Transform Financial Data Into Strategic Insight

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Course Description

Finance is the language of business understanding it is essential for making smarter decisions and driving meaningful outcomes. Finance for Non-Finance Managers provides practical tools to interpret financial data, evaluate investments, and understand the fundamentals behind business performance.

Using real-world case studies from public-listed companies, you’ll learn to analyse financial statements, identify risks, and apply strategic techniques like benchmarking and SWOT analysis. The course also covers capital budgeting and the time value of money to support sound investment and resource decisions.

Whether you’re a manager, entrepreneur, or aspiring investor, this course builds the confidence and capability to apply financial insights across business and investment contexts.

Target Audience

Professionals in non-finance roles, entrepreneurs, aspiring investors, project managers, and consultants who need to understand financial principles to make informed business decisions, manage budgets, evaluate investment opportunities, and contribute more effectively to strategic planning and project outcomes.

Course Highlights

  • Master the 3 Key Financial Statements: Learn to interpret income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement.
  • Apply Real-World Case Studies: Analyse financial reports from public-listed companies to understand business dynamics.
  • Identify Financial Risks: Recognise potential risks that could impact business decisions.
  • Learn Strategic Analysis Techniques: Gain skills in industry benchmarking and SWOT analysis for better decision-making.
  • Understand Capital Budgeting: Learn how to evaluate long-term investments and business projects, focusing on resource allocation and profitability.
  • Build Financial Confidence: Develop the skills to make data-driven decisions in your role, whether in management or investment.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the principles of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), including revenue and expense recognition, and evaluate their impact on the accuracy and comparability of financial reporting.
  • Analyse the key components of the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement to assess an organisation’s financial performance, health, and cash flow management.
  • Analyse financial reports to identify and explain sources of risk, such as revenue manipulation, business model risks, regulatory risks, and evaluate their impact on decision-making.
  • Calculate and analyse key financial ratios, including Leverage, Efficiency, Profitability, Liquidity, and Investor ratios, to assess an organisation’s financial health and investment potential.
  • Analyse financial ratios of a company relative to its competitors and perform a SWOT analysis to evaluate its competitive advantage and assess investment potential.
  • Explain and apply the principles of capital budgeting to evaluate investment opportunities, optimise resource allocation, and make effective financial decisions.

Certification

A Certification of Completion by Equinet Academy will be awarded to candidates who have demonstrated competency in the Finance For Non-Finance Manager course assessment and achieved at least 75% attendance.

 

Course Outline

Principles of Financial Reporting

Instructor-Led | Mode of Delivery (Lecture & Illustration, Demonstration & Practical Application, Class Activity)

  • Introduction to Financial Reporting Standard
  • Accounting Standards for Revenue Recognition 
  • Matching Principle 
  • Inventory Expense Recognition – FIFO/LIFO/Weighted Average 
  • Depreciation & Amortisation Expense – Straight Line VS Double-Declining Balance

Instructor-Led | Mode of Delivery (Lecture & Illustration, Demonstration & Practical Application, Class Activity)

  • Introduction to Income Statement (K2)
  • Types of Profit(K2)
  • Vertical & Horizontal Analysis of Income Statement (K2)
  • Introduction to Balance Sheet – Assets, Liabilities, Shareholders’ Equity (K2)
  • Introduction to Cash Flow Statement – CFO/CFI/CFF(K5,A1)
  • Distinguish between the direct and indirect methods of presenting CFO (K5, A1)
  • Calculate FCFF & FCFE

Instructor-Led | Mode of Delivery (Lecture & Illustration, Demonstration & Practical Application, Didactic Questioning)

  • Accounting Manipulation Techniques
  • Business Model Risk
  • Regulatory risks 

Instructor-Led | Mode of Delivery (Lecture & Illustration, Demonstration & Practical Application, Class Activity)

  • Calculate Leverage, Efficiency, Profitability, Liquidity, and Investor ratios
  • Industry benchmarking 
  • Perform SWOT Analysis

Instructor-Led | Mode of Delivery (Lecture & Illustration, Demonstration & Practical Application, Class Activity)

  • Time Value of Money
  • 5 Key Principles for Capital Budgeting
  • Net Present Value (NPV)
  • Internal Rate of Return (IRR/MIRR/XIRR)
  • Payback Period

Trainer

Calvin Wu

Portfolio Manager & Founder Defying expectations at a young age, Calvin has carved a remarkable path in the investment landscape. He now manages multimillion-dollar portfolios for ultra-high net-worth individuals, leveraging his potent combination of insightful analysis, meticulous due diligence, and a deep understanding of market dynamics. He employs a multifaceted approach, seamlessly blending comprehensive market…

Course Fees

Course Fee:
S$500.00 (inclusive of 9% GST)

 

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Course Schedule

Learning Mode Course Dates Duration Trainer
In-Person 20, 21 Jan 2026 (Tue, Wed)
9.00am - 6.00pm Calvin Wu Apply Now
In-Person 23, 24 Apr 2026 (Thu, Fri)
9.00am - 6.00pm Calvin Wu Apply Now
In-Person 28, 29 Jul 2026 (Tue, Wed)
9.00am - 6.00pm Calvin Wu Apply Now
In-Person 22, 23 Oct 2026 (Thu, Fri)
9.00am - 6.00pm Calvin Wu Apply Now

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

This course is designed for professionals in non-finance roles, entrepreneurs, aspiring investors, project managers, and consultants who want to enhance their financial literacy. It provides a solid foundation in financial analysis, enabling participants to make informed financial decisions, evaluate investment opportunities, and apply analytical skills in various business and investment contexts.

Yes, the course is designed for individuals with varying levels of financial knowledge.

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