Training on Financial Analysis and Decision Making
Master financial analysis and decision making. Learn to analyze financial data, evaluate investment opportunities, and make informed business decisions
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Advanced
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
To stay solvent, all organizations require funding consistently. The difference between a successful and failed corporation can sometimes be determined by how well one understands finance. Simply setting aside money and using it for various purposes won’t bring about the company’s prosperity. Increasing the profitability of the company and ensuring its long-term survival in the face of fierce competition need the development of abilities in the strategic use of funds.
The training on financial analysis and decision making course seeks to provide participants with an understanding of how corporate finance concepts are utilized in real life and what the consequences of a certain decision can be on various elements of the company’s performance. Participants will discover how choices made for working capital management may become strategic and valuable decisions.
Course Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Financial analysts
- Managers and executives
- Accountants
- Business owners and entrepreneurs
- Investment professionals
- Consultants
- Anyone interested in enhancing their financial decision-making skills
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will:
- Understand and interpret financial statements.
- Perform ratio analysis to assess the financial health of an organization.
- Analyze cash flow statements and understand their implications for business operations.
- Evaluate investment opportunities and make informed investment decisions.
- Develop financial strategies to enhance organizational performance.
- Use financial analysis tools to support strategic decision-making.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Financial Analysis
- Overview of financial statements
- Importance of financial analysis in decision-making
- Key financial ratios and their significance
- Case Study: Financial analysis in business decision-making
- Practical: Interpreting financial statements and basic ratio calculations
Module 2: Ratio Analysis & Financial Health Assessment
- Liquidity ratios
- Solvency ratios
- Profitability ratios
- Efficiency ratios
- Case Study: Assessing a company’s financial health using ratios
- Practical: Performing ratio analysis and benchmarking performance
Module 3: Cash Flow Analysis
- Understanding cash flow statements
- Operating, investing, and financing activities
- Cash flow forecasting
- Analyzing cash flow for decision-making
- Case Study: Cash flow challenges and business sustainability
- Practical: Preparing and analyzing cash flow forecasts
Module 4: Investment Decision Making
- Time value of money
- Net Present Value (NPV)
- Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
- Payback period
- Risk assessment and management in investments
- Case Study: Evaluating investment opportunities
- Practical: Applying NPV, IRR, and payback analysis
Module 5: Strategic Financial Decision Making
- Linking financial analysis to strategic decisions
- Financial planning and budgeting
- Performance measurement and management
- Developing financial strategies for growth
- Case Study: Strategic financial planning in organizations
- Practical: Developing a financial strategy and performance plan
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Strengthens strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.
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Improves resource allocation through effective use of financial information.
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Reduces waste and ensures investments align with organizational goals.
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Fosters a culture of professional and data-driven financial analysis.
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Enhances competitiveness and supports long-term objectives.
Personal Impact
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Builds in-demand skills for careers in management and business.
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Supports progression into senior leadership, advisory, or oversight roles.
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Enables direct contribution to organizational growth and profitability.
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Equips participants to provide expert guidance on financial analysis and decision-making.
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Increases confidence and authority to lead successful business strategies.
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.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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