About this programme

Effective cash flow forecasting and working capital management are critical to maintaining financial stability and supporting growth in today’s interconnected global markets. This training equips participants with practical tools and strategies to improve forecasting accuracy, optimize working capital cycles, enhance liquidity, and mitigate financial risks. Through case studies and practical exercises, learners will gain hands-on skills to strengthen financial resilience and create value across multinational and complex business environments.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

Finance managers and treasury professionals
Accountants and auditors
CFOs, controllers, and financial analysts
Procurement, supply chain, and operations managers
Risk and compliance officers

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

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

Understand global cash flow forecasting techniques and tools.
Develop accurate short-, medium-, and long-term cash flow forecasts.
Apply strategies to optimize receivables, payables, and inventory cycles.
Assess and mitigate risks affecting cash flow and working capital.
Align cash flow forecasting with organizational strategy.

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Fundamentals of Global Cash Flow Forecasting

Role of cash flow forecasting in financial management
Forecasting approaches (direct vs. indirect methods)
Challenges in multinational cash management
Case Study: Forecasting errors in a global firm

Module 2: Forecasting Models & Tools

Building robust forecasting models
Leveraging technology and treasury systems
Forecasting in volatile environments
Practical Exercise: Building a 3-month rolling forecast

Module 3: Working Capital Optimization

Components of working capital (AR, AP, inventory)
Strategies to optimize liquidity
Cash pooling and centralization in global operations
Case Study: Working capital improvements in a manufacturing firm

Module 4: Risk Management in Cash Flow & Working Capital

Impact of FX, credit, and interest rate risks
Stress testing and scenario analysis
Hedging strategies for global cash flow
Exercise: Identifying risks in cross-border operations

Module 5: Strategic Alignment & Performance Monitoring

Linking cash flow forecasting with business strategy
KPIs for working capital and liquidity performance
Reporting for senior management and stakeholders
Case Study: Treasury as a strategic partner in business growth

Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact

Improved global liquidity and cash visibility
Enhanced accuracy in cash flow forecasting
Reduced financing costs and optimized working capital
Stronger resilience to currency, credit, and market risks

Personal Impact

Practical skills in building cash flow models
Confidence in managing liquidity across multiple markets
Ability to apply best practices in working capital management
Improved decision-making in treasury and financial planning

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.

Full calendar

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