²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ

Financial Principles for Non-Financial Leaders equips participants with practical tools to understand financial data, see the story behind the numbers, and confidently participate in financially grounded decision-making. Rather than turning leaders into accountants, the program focuses on what non-financial executives actually need: the ability to read financial statements, understand key indicators, and translate financial data into clear, strategic action.

In many organizations, talented leaders struggle to influence senior stakeholders or justify investments because they lack fluency in basic financial language. This program bridges that gap. Through real company examples, interactive simulations, and financial

dashboards designed for non-finance professionals, participants learn how to interpret financial performance, evaluate trade-offs, and use financial information to support strategy and collaboration.

By the end of the program, participants are more confident engaging in financial conversations, more effective at framing proposals with sound analysis, and better equipped to contribute to sustainable business performance.

Curriculum & Topics

Core themes and topics include:

Module 1: Speaking the Language of Finance

Understanding core financial concepts, terminology, and how financial statements fit together.

Module 2: Reading Financial Statements for Insight

Interpreting income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow information to understand performance and health.

Module 3: Linking Financials to Strategy and Performance

Connecting financial data to strategic goals, trade-offs, and value creation.

Module 4: Working with KPIs and Dashboards

Using key financial and operational indicators to evaluate performance and support decisions.

Module 5: Building Financially Grounded Business Cases

Structuring proposals and initiatives with basic financial analysis to gain organizational support.

Module 6: Applying Financial Principles in Real-World Scenarios

Using examples, simulations, and case-based discussions to practice financial decision-making.

(Exact daily schedule and session timing: TBD)

Benefits for Organizations

Participants will return with improved ability to:

• Engage more effectively with finance and senior leadership
• Use financial data to support strategy, budgeting, and investment decisions
• Assess the financial implications of operational choices
• Strengthen cross-functional collaboration through a shared financial language

This program supports organizations seeking to:

• Build broader financial acumen across leadership ranks
• Improve the quality of business cases and investment proposals
• Strengthen alignment between finance and non-financial functions

Program Format

This program is delivered in an immersive, interactive format designed to maximize engagement and peer learning. A detailed agenda will be shared with registered participants in advance.