Finance for Non-Finance Managers
The success or failure of every business lies in the fundamentals of its financial performance, and the choices made by people at all levels of an organisation directly impact the bottom line. Making informed decisions grounded in a solid financial understanding is crucial for every business to remain viable and grow.
Finance for Non-Finance Managers from the Australian Institute of Management is designed for those outside of the Finance function with budget influence and responsibility. This short course provides a practical guide to analysing financial data and a solid understanding of financial performance. Make better informed fiscal decisions by learning all aspects of financial management from planning through to budget review and reporting on financial outcomes.
Is this course right for you?
If you are a manager with responsibility for planning, managing and reporting on budgets and financial indicators, or you wish to deepen your knowledge of business finance, this is the ideal course for you.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course you’ll be able to:
- Analyse financial statements to understand performance
- Implement cash management practices
- Understand capital investment decision making
- Plan, develop, implement and control budgets
For the full 2-day agenda download the expanded Finance for Non-Finance Managers Course Guide
Upcoming Courses
Upcoming Virtual Courses
Team Training
The Finance for Non-Finance Managers Short Course can be delivered as a Closed Cohort to ensure consistency, alignment, and immediate application in your workplace.
Bring your team together for a shared learning experience that delivers stronger engagement and a cost-effective, scalable solution for upskilling your workforce.
Delivery Modes
On-Campus Workshops – 2 days face-to-face workshops
The benefits of studying in a classroom setting include being able to share first-hand experiences, ideas and questions with peers and our expert facilitators. You’ll study alongside like-minded people and strengthen your network.
Unless otherwise noted, AIM's On-Campus Short Courses begin promptly at 9:00 am and finish no later than 5:00 pm (Local Time).
Virtual Classroom - 2 days virtual sessions
Utilising highly accessible digital capabilities, virtual classrooms provides the benefits of live learning — working with peers, asking questions with immediate answers from facilitators, and stimulating deeper discussions — with the flexibility of online learning.
AIM's Virtual Short Courses begin at 9:00 am and finish no later than 5:00 pm (AEDT/AEST).
Contextualising training engagements for your industry or organisation maximises relevance and increases the transfer of learning into the workplace. Develop team cohesion and achieve your specific business objectives through a shared, in-house learning solution.
AIM’s experienced learning designers develop both accredited and unaccredited learning engagements to build the critical competencies you need for success. Join over 500 organisations creating compelling and engaging AIM tailored learning solutions for industries including Government, Health, Financial Services, Mining, Manufacturing, Construction and more.
Find out more about AIM's Training Solutions for Organisations
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By completing AIM’s Finance for Non-Finance Managers course, you will receive a certificate to recognise the high standard of learning and skill development you have attained. Print your certificate or share it electronically to demonstrate your ever-growing value to employers and peers.
Other Information
Payment Options
We require full payment to be made upfront prior to attending the training. Payment options we offer include:
- Credit Card (Visa/MasterCard/Amex)
- Direct Deposit (EFT)
- Purchase Order
- Payment Plan - zipMoney
All students receive:
- Comprehensive course notes
- Free access to 3 x Online Short Courses
On-campus students receive:
- Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
- Internet access
- Please advise AIM when booking if you have any dietary or accessibility requests.
Virtual students will require the following:
- Computer or mobile device
- An internet connection (broadband/4G+ recommended)
- Speakers and a microphone
- A webcam
Our Facilitators
AIM facilitators are experienced practitioners with a robust mix of academic and practical expertise. We believe the education of the future managers of Australia to be a highly important task.
Who is better placed to teach the art and science of management than those with current, daily real-world experience?
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