Executive Diploma in Finance Management
*Course Objectives*
1. Equip participants with tools for strategic financial planning and analysis.
2. Develop expertise in corporate finance, risk management, and investment strategies.
3. Enhance decision-making skills for financial leadership in global markets.
4. Foster ethical and sustainable financial practices.
Course Structure*
*Module 1: Financial Accounting & Reporting*
- Topics:
- Financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow).
- Ratio analysis for performance evaluation.
- International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Budgeting and variance analysis.
- Learning Outcome: Interpret financial data to drive business decisions.
*Module 2: Corporate Finance*
- Topics:
- Capital budgeting techniques (NPV, IRR, payback period).
- Cost of capital and capital structure optimization.
- Dividend policy and shareholder value.
- Working capital management.
- Learning Outcome: Optimize financial resources for growth and profitability.
*Module 3: Financial Markets & Instruments*
- Topics:
- Overview of equity, debt, and derivative markets.
- Portfolio management and asset allocation.
- Role of central banks and monetary policy.
- Fintech innovations (blockchain, digital currencies).
- Learning Outcome: Navigate global financial markets and leverage instruments for investment.
*Module 4: Risk Management*
- Topics:
- Types of financial risk (market, credit, operational).
- Hedging strategies (futures, options, swaps).
- Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks.
- ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) risks.
- Learning Outcome: Mitigate risks and ensure organizational resilience.
*Module 5: Strategic Financial Management*
- Topics:
- Mergers & acquisitions (M&A) valuation.
- International finance and foreign exchange management.
- Financial modeling using Excel/Python.
- Scenario analysis and strategic planning.
- Learning Outcome: Drive long-term value creation through strategic initiatives.
*Module 6: Leadership in Finance*
- Topics:
- Ethical decision-making in finance.
- Communicating financial insights to stakeholders.
- Leading cross-functional teams.
- Change management in financial transformation.
- Learning Outcome: Lead finance teams with vision and integrity.
*Assessment Methods*
1. *Case Studies*: Real-world financial problem-solving (e.g., valuation, restructuring).
2. *Group Projects*: Develop a financial strategy for a simulated company.
3. *Presentations*: Pitch investment plans or risk mitigation strategies.
4. *Final Exam*: Comprehensive assessment of core concepts.
5. *Capstone Project*: Solve a financial challenge from the participant’s workplace.
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*Delivery Mode*
- *Blended Learning*:
- Online lectures and webinars.
- In-person workshops for hands-on exercises.
- Guest lectures by CFOs, investment bankers, and fintech experts.
*Learning Outcomes*
By the end of the course, participants will:
- Master financial tools for budgeting, valuation, and risk assessment.
- Lead financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Apply ethical and sustainable practices in finance.
- Leverage technology for data-driven decision-making.