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NITA AccreditedIntermediatePhysical + Virtual5 daysTOFA548

Training on Finance and Investment

Gain a strategic understanding of finance and investment to drive informed decision-making and optimize organizational financial performance.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Intermediate

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

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Overview

About this programme

This course provides a strategic understanding of finance and investment principles for professionals seeking to drive informed financial decision-making and improve organizational performance. It equips participants with competencies in corporate financial analysis, investment planning, portfolio structuring, capital budgeting, and risk mitigation. Participants will gain practical tools and methodologies to evaluate investment opportunities, optimize capital allocation, and align financial strategies with long-term business goals. The course also examines evolving trends in digital finance and sustainable investing, enabling professionals to adapt to changing market dynamics and enhance strategic financial governance.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Finance professionals, investment officers, and portfolio managers

  • Business leaders, strategic planners, and CFOs

  • Corporate advisors, consultants, and financial analysts

  • Entrepreneurs, business owners, and strategic decision-makers

  • Professionals involved in financial planning, budgeting, treasury, or risk management

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

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

  • Apply strategic financial planning techniques and investment principles

  • Analyse corporate financial statements and determine valuation

  • Develop diversified investment portfolios based on risk profiles

  • Implement capital budgeting methods for project decision-making

  • Leverage digital tools and technology trends to support financial decisions

  • Align investment strategies with business objectives and market conditions

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Financial Strategy and Market Dynamics

  • Role of finance in business growth and sustainability

  • Understanding financial market structures and economic influences

  • Key financial ratios and performance indicators for investment decisions

  • Overview of capital markets vs. money markets

  • Case Study: Evaluating how market volatility impacted a corporate investment strategy


Module 2: Corporate Financial Analysis & Valuation Techniques

  • Financial statement interpretation and trend analysis

  • Business valuation methods: DCF, P/E ratio, and asset-based valuation

  • Identifying profitable investment opportunities

  • Forecasting financial performance to support decision-making

  • Case Study: Assessing company valuation for strategic acquisition


Module 3: Investment Planning, Portfolio Development & Risk Management

  • Types of investment instruments (equities, bonds, real assets, derivatives)

  • Portfolio diversification strategies

  • Risk identification, measurement, and mitigation

  • Investment return optimization under different economic scenarios

  • Case Study: Structuring an investment portfolio for moderate risk tolerance


Module 4: Capital Budgeting & Financing Options

  • Capital budgeting techniques: NPV, IRR, Payback Period

  • Evaluating project financial viability

  • Funding strategies: debt, equity, mezzanine finance, and venture capital

  • Cost of capital and leverage impact

  • Case Study: Selecting a financing option for business expansion


Module 5: Digital Finance, Fintech Trends & Future Investment Strategies

  • Impact of technology on finance and investment decision-making

  • Use of financial analytics, AI, and automation tools in investment tracking

  • ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) investment trends

  • Global investment outlook and emerging market opportunities

  • Case Study: How digital innovation transformed an investment decision

Impact

Where the change lands

Personal Impact

  • Strengthened ability to evaluate financial and investment decisions

  • Improved analytical and strategic finance capabilities

  • Enhanced confidence in risk-based decision-making

  • Greater competency in forecasting and market trend interpretation

Organizational Impact

  • Improved financial performance through informed investment strategies

  • Stronger capital planning and cost optimization

  • Enhanced risk management and long-term financial sustainability

  • Better alignment between financial strategy and business growth

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

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FAQs

Common questions.

Still not sure? Send us a note and a facilitator will get back to you within a business day.

Yes, as long as the participant has a basic understanding of business finance.

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For corporate teams

Training 10+ professionals?

We deliver Training on Finance and Investment in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.