Duration
3.5 hours
Language of Delivery
Cantonese, English or Mandarin
Introduction
In today’s business world, even non-financial managers need a solid grasp of financial principles to make sound decisions and contribute to organizational success. This course provides a foundational understanding of financial concepts, enabling participants to interpret financial statements, manage budgets, and improve their decision-making capabilities.

Course Details
Objectives
- Provide non-financial managers with a foundational understanding of financial concepts and terminology.
- Enable participants to interpret and analyze key financial statements.
- Equip managers with the skills to prepare, implement, and monitor budgets effectively.
- Enhance decision-making capabilities by understanding the financial implications of managerial actions.
Methodology
- Presentation Slides:Â Visual aids to support key concepts and facilitate understanding.
- Handouts:Â Summary of financial terms and key statements for reference.
- Interactive Discussions:Â Encourage participant engagement and sharing of experiences.
- Case Discussion:Â Real-life scenarios to apply learned concepts.
Key Takeaways
- A solid understanding of core financial concepts and terminology.
- The ability to read and interpret key financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
- Skills in creating, managing, and monitoring budgets.
- The ability to apply financial concepts to improve decision-making and strategic planning.
Agenda
- Introduction to Finance Basics
- Understanding Financial Statements
- Detailed analysis of the Profit & Loss Statement.
- Understanding the Balance Sheet: assets, liabilities, and equity.
- Cash Flow Statement: categories and significance.
- Budgeting Fundamentals
- Definition and importance of budgets.
- Steps in writing a budget: methods, categories, and line items.
- Monitoring and adjusting budgets based on performance.
- Practical Application
- Case discussion and real-life examples to illustrate financial concepts.
- Discussion on how financial decisions impact overall business strategy.
Target Participants
- Non-financial managers
- Team leaders
- Professionals in operations, marketing, HR, and other non-finance roles
- Anyone seeking a better understanding of financial principles