WORKSHOP ON FINANCE FOR NON-FINANCE MANAGER

7^th-9^th April, 2026                                                                                                                          2^nd-4^th June, 2026

24^th-26^th August, 2026                                                                                                                 3^rd-5^th November, 2026

Introduction:

 Finance for Non-Finance Managers equips leaders in any department (HR, Marketing, Ops) with core financial literacy to understand financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash low), budgets, costs, profitability, and performance metrics, enabling confident, data-driven decisions that align with overall company strategy, improve resource use, and boost financial health, without needing an accounting degree. 

A “Finance for Non-Finance Managers” course typically covers core financial principles, financial statement analysis, budgeting, and capital investment decisions. The goal is to equip non-financial professionals with the skills to understand financial data, manage budgets, and make informed business decisions. 

Course Contents

Module One: Introduction to Accounting Concepts

o    Understanding basic accounting terminology and principles.

o    The difference between cash basis and accrual basis accounting.

o    Key terms like assets, liabilities, equity, revenue, and expenses.

Module Two: Financial Statements Analysis

o    How to read, prepare, and interpret the three primary financial statements: the Income Statement (Profit & Loss), the Balance Sheet (Statement of Financial Position), and the Cash Flow Statement.

o    Calculating and interpreting key financial ratios (profitability, liquidity, solvency) to assess a company’s financial health.

Module Three: Budgeting and Cost Management

o    The purpose and process of budgeting (operational, capital, cash budgets).

o    Differentiating between fixed and variable costs and applying cost-volume-profit (CVP) analysis and break-even analysis.

o    Techniques for cost control, overhead allocation, and variance analysis.

Module Three: Working Capital Management

o    Understanding the concept and importance of working capital.

o    Strategies for managing inventory, accounts receivable, and accounts payable to optimize liquidity and efficiency.

Module Four: Capital Budgeting and Investment Decisions

o    Evaluating long-term investment opportunities (capital expenditures).

o    Applying appraisal techniques such as Payback Period, Return on Investment (ROI), Net Present Value (NPV), and Internal Rate of Return (IRR).

o    Understanding the time value of money concept.

Module Five: Financial Planning and Strategy

• • How financial strategy links to overall business strategy.
  • Managing financial risks.
  • Communicating effectively with finance professionals using appropriate terminology.

Duration: Three (3) days                                                                                                        Fee: N250,000

For Whom: 

Non-finance officers, Managers of SMEs, start up firm, users of accounting information