FINANCIAL SKILLS FOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Course Objectives:
• Understand the fundamental concepts of finance and their application in business development
• Develop skills in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting
• Learn how to make informed financial decisions to support business growth
• Gain knowledge of financial strategies for raising capital and managing risk
• Enhance communication skills to effectively present financial information to stakeholders
Course Content:
Introduction to Business Finance
• Understanding financial statements: balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement
• Analyzing financial ratios: liquidity, profitability, and efficiency ratios
Financial Planning and Budgeting
• Creating a financial plan: setting financial goals and objectives
• Developing a budget: revenue forecasting, expense management, and cash flow projections
• Monitoring and controlling the budget: variance analysis and corrective actions
Financial Analysis and Decision-Making
• Time value of money: present value, future value, and annuities
• Capital budgeting techniques: net present value (NPV), internal rate of return (IRR), and payback period
• Break-even analysis: determining the point of profitability
Financing Options for Business Growth
• Debt financing: loans, lines of credit, and bonds
• Equity financing: venture capital, angel investors, and initial public offerings (IPOs)
• Alternative financing options: crowdfunding, peer-to-peer lending, and government grants
Risk Management and Insurance
• Identifying and assessing business risks: operational, financial, and strategic risks
• Risk mitigation strategies: risk avoidance, risk reduction, risk sharing, and risk acceptance
• Insurance products for businesses: property, liability, and employee benefits insurance
Financial Communication and Presentation Skills
• Preparing financial reports: balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement
• Presenting financial information: creating effective slides and delivering engaging presentations
• Communicating financial concepts: explaining financial terms and concepts to non-financial stakeholders

Methodology
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.

DATE:

1ST BATCH:        13th – 16th Jan, 2026       

2ND BATCH:       5th – 8th May, 2026 

3RD BATCH:       1st – 4th Sep, 2026