Grants Management Training Course

Introduction

This leading edge Advanced Cash Flow and Working Capital Management training will provide you with not just the theory but also the practical tool kit you will need to supercharge the working capital and cash flow engine that is at the very heart of business performance and strength. There is no question that profit is a key component of long-term success and growth but business history is littered with the names of profitable companies that collapsed through lack of cash resources. Not only is cash the essential fuel that keeps the engine running – modern economic theory recognises cash flow as being the key driver of business and shareholder value.

This practical hands-on workshop style training course will comprehensively cover the principles of effective working capital and cash flow management and will also provide an extensive toolkit of practical methodologies for optimising each of the components of working capital and managing the other key drivers of business cash flow.

Duration

5Days

Course Objectives

By the end of this training course you will have learned to:

Master the principles of accounting for cash flow
Develop your skills in analysing and interpreting cash flow statements
Implement effective practical strategies for working capital optimisation
Be proficient in capital investment evaluation methods
Provide relevant advice on business funding strategy
Use financial models to produce cash flow forecasts

Who Should Attend?

Treasury Staff
Commercial Managers
Supply Chain and Procurement Team Members
Receivables and Payables Team Members
Planning and Budgeting Managers
Financial and Management Accountants
Capital Investment and Project Team Members
Middle and junior management as a useful element in their career advancement

Module 1: Foundation Principles

Identifying and Meeting Stakeholder Needs
Fundamentals of Cash Flow and Working Capital
Principles of Business Accounting and Financial Statements
The Vital Difference between Profit and Cash Flow
Analysing and Interpreting the Cash Flow Statement
The Drivers of Cash Flow, Liquidity and Solvency

Module 2: Understanding and Improving Operating Cash Flow

Understanding Cost Behaviour
The Cost - Volume - Profit Relationship
The Drivers of Profit and Shareholder Value
Measuring and Managing - Return On Investment
Measuring and Managing - Asset Management Efficiency
A strategic Approach to Cost Reduction

Module 3: Understanding and Optimising Working Capital

How Working Capital Drives Financial Performance
Understanding the Working Capital Cycle
Practical Tools to Optimise Inventories
Practical Tools to Optimise Trade Receivables
Minimising Cash Float and Accelerating the Cash Cycle
Using Improvements to Financial Systems to Improve Cash Flow

Module 4: Understanding and Managing Business Funding and Investment

Sources of Business Funding
Measuring and Managing – Capital Structure and Risk
Calculating the Cost of Capital
Principles of Capital Budgeting
Using Excel’s Discounted Cash Flow Analysis Tools
A Cash Flow Based Approach to Capital Investment Decision-making

Module 5: Cash Flow Planning and Forecasting

Approaches to Managing Cash Resources
Cash Flow Forecasting Methods
An Integrated Approach to Risk Management
Techniques for Managing Risk
Building a Key Driver Cash Flow Forecast
Sensitivity Testing Cash Flow Forecasts

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: Tel:

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Uphilos Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Uphilos certificate upon completion of this course.

TRAINING DATE

VENUE

Register, Physical or Online Training

14/09/2024
to
19/09/2024

Nakuru

14/09/2024
to
19/09/2024

Nairobi

14/09/2024
to
19/09/2024

Nairobi

14/09/2024
to
19/09/2024

Meru

14/09/2024
to
19/09/2024

Nairobi

14/09/2024
to
19/09/2024

Mombasa

14/09/2024
to
19/09/2024

Nairobi