By the end of this programme, participants will:
- Master the principles of financial analysis and audience-specific interpretation.
- Utilize Excel for advanced analysis, dashboards, and integration of financial insights.
- Explore Business Intelligence (BI) and Analytics (BA) tools for data-driven decisions.
- Create impactful reports and presentations using Excel and PowerPoint.
- Apply effective communication techniques to deliver compelling financial presentations.
- Confidently address challenging questions and audiences during presentations.
DAY 1
Foundations of Financial Analysis
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- Practical Approaches to Financial Analysis
- Understanding the Strategic Role of Financial Information
- Calculating and Interpreting Key Financial Ratios
- Introduction to Business Intelligence (BI) and Analytics (BA)
- Leveraging Data Analytics Techniques in Excel
- Enhancing Financial Forecasts with Predictive Analytics
- Addressing Challenges Non-Financial Managers Face with Finance
DAY 2
Integrating Performance Metrics
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- Implementing an Effective Performance Management Framework
- Identifying Organizational Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Using the Balanced Scorecard Approach
- Principles of Integrated Reporting (<IR>)
- Advanced Data Analysis Techniques in Excel
- Designing and Building Interactive Dashboards in Excel
DAY 3
Preparing Financial Presentations
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- Communicating Financial Concepts Effectively
- Fundamentals of Financial Interpretation and Business Insights
- Best Practices for Effective Data Visualization
- Creating Impactful Graphics with Excel
- Designing Reader-Friendly Excel Reports for Non-Financial Audiences
- Avoiding Pitfalls in Presenting Financial Data
DAY 4
Planning Financial Presentations
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- Core Principles of Effective Communication
- Overcoming Common Communication Barriers
- Understanding Your Audience’s Needs and Expectations
- Maximizing PowerPoint’s Capabilities for Financial Presentations
- Integrating Graphics and Data Tables Seamlessly in PowerPoint
- Crafting Professional and Engaging Presentations
- Designing a Standout Financial Presentation
DAY 5
Delivering Effective Financial Presentations
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- Writing Clear and Concise Financial Reports
- Avoiding Common Presentation Errors
- Strategies for Delivering Memorable Presentations
- Managing Nervousness and Presenting Confidently
- Handling Difficult Questions with Poise
- Engaging and Managing Audiences Effectively
