Elements of Business Finance

Scope of Training

This training programme is designed to equip participants with foundational knowledge in corporate finance, focusing on the critical aspects of financial decision-making.

It delves into the various structures companies can adopt, exploring different ownership types and their implications.

The course also examines the pivotal role of the Financial Manager within an organization, highlighting how they navigate complex financial landscapes to drive business success.

Additionally, participants will gain insights into the functions of financial markets, understanding how these markets interact with corporate finance.

By integrating these elements, the programme offers a comprehensive framework for mastering the essentials of corporate finance.

Course Details

• Duration: 2 weeks 
• Contact hours: 12 hours 
• The course consists of 4 sessions of 3 hours each 
• The sessions will be held twice a week in the afternoon 
• Successful candidates will be awarded a Certificate of Competence 

Entry Requirements

• This course is open to everyone and has no prerequisites.

Target Audience

This course is designed for:

• Financial Managers
• Financial Heads

Course Objectives & Benefits

By the end of the training programme, participants should be able to: 

• Understand basic financial decision-making and valuation concepts
• Understand and solve problems involving financial mathematics
• Evaluate different types of securities
• Develop critical skills in analysing capital budgeting projects
• Understand the relationship between risk and return
• Estimate the cost of capital
• Understand the relevant theory underlying a firm’s choice of capital structure and its dividend policy