Understanding Finance to Influence Strategic Decisions
Successful Strategic Decision-Making
5-Day Training Course
Course Overview
It is essential to fully understand how finance influences strategic decision-making because it provides the foundation for an organisation’s economic survival, development, growth and future prosperity.
Are you familiar with the core principles of finance and their links with strategic decisions, and financial planning? Are you able to use the financial tools, techniques and know-how that influence strategic decision-making and apply them practically in real-life business situations?
This Understanding Finance to Influence Strategic Decisions training course deals with, for example, how to avoid unachievable strategic plans and budgets, non-value-adding project investments, high costs of capital, high exposures to financial risk. It illustrates and reinforces the use of the essential financial tools and techniques and will enable non-financial and financial professionals at every level to make better-informed decisions to improve financial performance, and increase corporate value and shareholder value.
This Energy Training Centre training course highlights:
- Linking business and financial strategic decision-making processes with financial planning and budgeting
- Clarification of the financial statements and their links with financial planning, budgeting and decision-making
- Alternative costing systems, budgeting and measurement systems that support financial decision-making
- Capital investment decisions using DCF, and financing decisions, capital structure, and WACC
- Linking KPIs to strategy using a balanced scorecard, and management of interest rate and foreign currency exchange rate risk
Course Objectives
By the end of this Understanding Finance to Influence Strategic Decisions training course, you will have significantly upskilled to be able to:
- Think strategically and use the strategic management process and its links to KPI systems as a basis for improved decision-making to maximise shareholder wealth
- Analyse and interpret the income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows, and use appropriate costing and measurement systems for more effective planning and budgeting, management of working capital and cash flow, and improved financial performance
- Identify the alternative sources of long-term finance, and evaluate the models of optimum capital structure and minimisation of WACC
- Apply the technique of DCF for evaluation of capital project investments, and capital budgeting
- Use the techniques of uncertainty and risk analysis and develop appropriate risk management tools, and insurance and hedging of interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates
Training Methodology
This Understanding Finance to Influence Strategic Decisions training course is presented in a very hands-on way to suit individuals with varying levels of financial knowledge and experience. The Instructor, in addition to his own commercial career experiences, uses a variety of proven adult learning teaching and facilitation techniques to provide a thorough training course in the subjects covered.
This training course is conducted along workshop principles with presentations, numerous worked examples, and real-world experiences and many real-world business scenarios. Interactive team case studies and exercises reinforce the application of each of the learning points. Difficult mathematical concepts are minimised wherever possible and handled in a visual way that is easy to understand – our aim is for this to be an enjoyable learning experience.
Who Should Attend
An understanding of how finance influences successful strategic decision-making is crucial for every role and at every management level in any organisation. This Understanding Finance to Influence Strategic Decisions training course is essential for a wide range of professionals from companies, corporations and governmental organisations, and in addition to interns, financial analysts, financial controllers, accountants and others active in the planning process this training course will greatly benefit business professionals working in:
- General Management, Sales and Marketing
- Estimating, Costing, and Project Management
- Operations and Engineering
- Procurement and Logistics
- Asset Management
- Human Resources
- And any other financial and non-financial professionals that need or wish to understand the financial aspects of the strategic decision-making process
Course Curriculum
- Strategy and Strategic Management
- Vision, Mission, and Objectives
- Key Features of Strategic Decision-making
- Rolling-out and Implementing Strategies
- Value Creation and Maximisation of Shareholder Wealth
- Corporate Objectives, Accountability, and Corporate Governance
- Management Accounting and the links between Strategic Planning and Budgeting
- The Three Key Financial Statements
- Balance Sheet
- Income Statement
- Statement of Cash Flows
- Sources of Internal and External Financing
- Cost of Equity, Cost of Debt, and the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)
- Capital Structure Models to minimise WACC
- Preparing a long-term Financial Plan to Determine Financing Requirements
- Costs and Activities
- Cost Behaviour
- Fixed Costs and Variable Costs
- Cost-Volume-Profit (CVP) Relationships, Break-even and Sensitivity Analysis
- Direct and Indirect Costs
- Activity Based Costing (ABC) and Management (ABM)
- Refining the Costing System for Improved Decision-making
- Future Values, Present Values and Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)
- Capital Budgeting Principles
- Evaluating Capital Investment Projects using Accounting Rate of Return (ARR) and Payback
- DCF Evaluation Methods of Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Modified Internal Rate of Return (MIRR), Equivalent Annual Cost (EAC)
- Deciding on which Investment Appraisal Methods to use
- Capital Budgeting, Capital Rationing and the Profitability Index (PI)
- Further Factors to Consider in Investment Appraisal
- Linking Strategic Objectives to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in a Balanced Scorecard
- Obstacles to Achieving Strategic Objectives created by the Accounting and Costing System
- Uncertainty and Risk Analysis
- Types of Business Risk and Financial Risk
- Risk Management Principles
- Development of Risk Management Tools to Mitigate and Minimise Risk
- Insurance and Hedging
- Interest Rate Risk and Foreign Currency Exchange Rate Risk
Certificates Awarded
Certificate of Completion
After successfully completing this training course, participants will be awarded The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion — a respected validation of their dedication to continuous learning and professional excellence. This certificate signifies that participants have gained the essential knowledge and skills required to make a measurable impact in their field.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our training courses are conducted at partnered hotels located within the specified training areas. Please note that venue assignments may vary based on availability. For the most current information, do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
Yes, we do. We provide tailored training courses designed to meet the specific requirement of larger group of individuals. These customized training courses can be conducted both classroom and online formats, allowing you the flexibility to choose you preferred dates and duration.
Please contact us at [email protected] to discuss your group’s training needs, and we’ll work with you to create a personalized training course that aligns with your objectives.
Upon successful completion of the training course, you will receive The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion with corresponding learning hours.
Yes, special discounts are available upon request if you have more than one registrant for a course. For further information please email us at [email protected]
We offer two convenient payment options:
- Bank Transfer – You can make payment via bank transfer. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an invoice with the banking details for the transfer. We would require you to supply a swift copy for us to confirm receipt of funds.
- Payment Link – Alternatively, we provide a secure payment link that you can use to complete your payment after your registration has been confirmed.
Upon receiving your registration details, either via email at [email protected] or through our online registration form, we will send you the following by email within 24-48 hours of registration.
- Joining Instructions
- Invoice/receipt (where appropriate)
There are two convenient options to register for a training course:
- Online Registration Form – Register for your desired training course by completing the online registration form available on our website. Simple click on the registration button or select your preferred dates and provide the requested information.
- Email Registration – You can email us your intention to register at [email protected]. Our team will guide you through the registration process and provide assistance you may need.
We understand that time zones may be different between our Senior Consultants and our delegates. Our standard online course timings (11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, GMT+4 – Dubai, UAE) may be adjusted upon confirming the programme. Our team shall communicate between the confirmed registered delegates and suggest a suitable course timing for all.
Our standard course duration for our classroom programmes is 6 hours per day while our online session is 5 hours per day.
Our training courses span across diverse industries, encompassing sectors such as but not limited to:
- Power & Utilities
- Oil & Gas
- Financial Institutions
- Government and Regulatory bodies
- Manufacturing & Production Industry
Our commitment lies in continuously refining and expanding our training course offerings to align with evolving industry landscapes. We encourage individuals to explore our website or engage with our dedicated support team for the latest information on available courses, ensuring access to the most pertinent and current educational resources.
Yes, The Energy Training Centre is certified and recognized by several prominent industry standards. Specifically, it holds certifications from ILM, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and the Project Management Institute (PMI).
- ILM (ID# 002398B) – This certification indicates that our training programmes meet high standards for leadership and management development, ensuring that they are designed to enhance participants’ skills in these critical areas.
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD) – Our recognition by CPD reflects our commitment to providing educational opportunities that support ongoing professional growth and skill enhancement. This accreditation ensures that our training courses are relevant and effective for professionals seeking to advance their careers.
- Project Management Institute (PMI) – Being recognized by PMI signifies that our training programmes align with industry best practices in project management. This certification assures participants that our offerings are in line with the standards required for effective project management and are valuable for those pursuing or maintaining PMI credentials.
These certifications underscore our dedication to providing high-quality, industry-relevant training that fosters professional growth and meets established standards. Additionally, we are actively pursuing further certifications and affiliations to enhance our offerings and ensure we remain at the forefront of industry best practices.
About Energy Training Centre
Energy Training Centre is a leading provider of professional development programs for the energy and public sectors. With over 15 years of experience, we have trained more than 50,000 professionals across the Middle East and beyond.
Our expert-led courses are designed to meet the evolving needs of modern organizations, combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications that deliver immediate value to your career and organization.
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