Format: Live instructor-led online training via Zoom / Microsoft Teams

Finance for Non-Finance Managers Training Course

Course Introduction

Finance for Non-Finance Managers Training Course is a practical and comprehensive program designed to equip managers, supervisors, team leaders, project managers, and professionals without formal financial backgrounds with the essential financial knowledge and skills required to make informed business decisions. In today’s competitive business environment, understanding financial concepts, budgeting, cost management, financial reporting, cash flow management, and financial performance measurement is critical for organizational success. This course empowers participants to confidently interpret financial information and contribute effectively to organizational planning and decision-making.

The course provides a clear understanding of financial management principles, accounting fundamentals, budgeting processes, financial statements, financial analysis, and business performance indicators. Participants will learn how financial decisions influence operational efficiency, profitability, organizational sustainability, and strategic growth. The training focuses on translating financial terminology into practical business insights that managers can apply within their departments and projects.

Through practical exercises, financial simulations, budgeting workshops, business cases, and real-life organizational examples, participants will gain hands-on experience in analyzing financial reports, managing departmental budgets, evaluating investment decisions, monitoring costs, and improving financial accountability. The course emphasizes financial literacy as a core leadership competency for effective management and resource utilization.

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to interpret key financial information, understand organizational financial health, participate in budgeting processes, evaluate financial risks, and make financially sound decisions that support organizational objectives. The training enhances managerial effectiveness and promotes a culture of financial responsibility and performance excellence across all organizational functions.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand fundamental financial and accounting concepts.
2. Interpret financial statements confidently.
3. Analyze organizational financial performance.
4. Develop and manage departmental budgets.
5. Understand cost management and cost control techniques.
6. Evaluate investment and expenditure decisions.
7. Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements.
8. Apply financial ratios and performance indicators.
9. Support strategic planning using financial information.
10. Improve financial decision-making and accountability.

Organizational Benefits

1. Improved financial literacy among managers.
2. Better budget planning and resource allocation.
3. Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities.
4. Increased cost awareness and control.
5. Improved project and operational performance.
6. Better alignment between financial and operational objectives.
7. Enhanced accountability and transparency.
8. Improved organizational profitability and sustainability.
9. Stronger support for strategic business planning.
10. Increased efficiency in managing financial resources.

Target Participants

• Non-Finance Managers
• Department Heads
• Project Managers
• Team Leaders
• Program Coordinators
• Operations Managers
• Human Resource Managers
• Procurement Officers
• Administrative Managers
• NGO and Development Professionals
• Business Unit Managers
• Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
• Supervisors
• Technical Professionals
• Professionals involved in budgeting and planning

Course Outline

Module 1: Financial Management Fundamentals

1. Introduction to finance and accounting concepts
2. Role of finance in organizational success
3. Understanding financial terminology
4. Financial responsibilities of managers
5. Relationship between operations and finance
6. Case Study: Financial decision-making in business operations

Module 2: Understanding Financial Statements

1. Components of financial statements
2. Income statement analysis
3. Balance sheet interpretation
4. Cash flow statement fundamentals
5. Reading annual financial reports
6. Case Study: Interpreting organizational financial statements

Module 3: Budgeting and Financial Planning

1. Principles of budgeting
2. Budget preparation processes
3. Departmental budget management
4. Forecasting revenues and expenditures
5. Variance analysis techniques
6. Case Study: Developing and managing operational budgets

Module 4: Cost Management and Financial Control

1. Cost classification and behavior
2. Cost control methodologies
3. Managing operational expenses
4. Financial control mechanisms
5. Performance monitoring tools
6. Case Study: Improving organizational cost efficiency

Module 5: Financial Analysis and Decision-Making

1. Financial ratio analysis
2. Profitability assessment techniques
3. Liquidity and solvency analysis
4. Investment appraisal fundamentals
5. Risk assessment in financial decisions
6. Case Study: Evaluating business investment opportunities

Module 6: Strategic Financial Management for Managers

1. Linking finance to organizational strategy
2. Financial performance measurement
3. Cash flow management principles
4. Resource allocation decision-making
5. Financial leadership and accountability
6. Case Study: Using financial insights for strategic growth

General Information

1. Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.
2. Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.
3. Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.
4. Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).
5. Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.
6. Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.
7. Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.
8. Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, freight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.
9. Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.
10. Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.
11. Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.
12. Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center account. This ensures better preparation for your training.
13. Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at training@fdc-k.org or call us at +254712260031.
14. Website: Visit our website at www.fdc-k.org for more information.