Introduction
This seminar provides an understanding of the essential fundamentals of corporate finance, financial strategy and financial management. Contemporary practical examples are presented together with the theoretical principles to make the theory come to life. The overriding objective of this seminar is to present a number of integrated and powerful principles to help develop analytical skills and the decision-making capacity of the participants.
It will enable you to:
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Appreciate the importance of using the appropriate financial strategy to create shareholder value above market expectations
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Consider how corporate behaviour impacts on achievement of corporate objectives, and the importance of corporate governance
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Understand financial strategy relating to stages of corporate development and capital structure
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Use and evaluate the various techniques of capital investment appraisal
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Effectively manage cash and working capital to reduce costs and improve cash flow
Course Objectives
At the end of this seminar delegates will be able to:
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Use and evaluate the various techniques of capital investment appraisal
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Develop appropriate financial strategies
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Relate financial strategy to business strategy
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Effectively manage cash and working capital to reduce costs and improve cash flow
Training Methodology
A mixture of exercises and real life case studies, examples and videos make this a lively and interesting seminar. There is a strong emphasis on practical application of the ideas within the delegates’ organisation. Delegates are encouraged to complete a learning and action plan to focus them on and help them to apply their new knowledge and skills.
Organisational Impact
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Implement appropriate measures that can add value to the organisation
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Appreciate the importance of selecting the appropriate financial strategy to maximise shareholder value
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Consider risk and its impact on company financing
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Evaluate the cost of equity and the cost of debt capital
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Look at capital structure and financial strategy in terms of the life cycle of the business, and the weighted average cost of capital (WACC)
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Consider the appropriate financial strategies for use in mergers, acquisitions, restructuring and reorganisations, and appropriate takeover bid defences
Personal Impact
Participants will be able to further develop their personal management skills by being able to:
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Make more informed and improved management decisions
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Consider why corporate objectives may not always be achieved and what may be done to eliminate dysfunctional corporate behaviour and align corporate goals
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Understand how to measure their own contribution to the creation of value for the shareholders of the business
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Appreciate why some financial strategies are more effective than others with regard to value creation
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Use the financial tools available for effective management of working capital
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Provide knowledge that can be shared amongst other departments of the company
SEMINAR OUTLINE
Financial Strategy and Corporate Behaviour
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Corporate Objectives and Financial Strategy
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Financial Statements – Analysis and interpretation (Part 1)
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Risk and Company Financing
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Cost of Equity and Debt Capital
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Agency Theory
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Corporate Governance
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Financial Statements regulatory
Financial Strategy and Stages of Corporate Development
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Financial analysis – Analysis and interpretation (Part 2)
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Strategic Development – Analytical Techniques
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Du Pont Analysis
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The Business Life Cycle
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Capital Structure and Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)
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Dividend Policy
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Cash & Working Capital
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Working capital ratios
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Z scores & Credit Ratings
Costs & Value Management
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Cost and Value
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Cost Analysis and control
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Strategic approaches to cost reduction and cost management
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Cost Structure and breakeven
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New theories and practice in cost analysis. control and management
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Value management
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Value based pricing
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The Value chain
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Financial strategy and integrated cost / value analysis
Budgeting, Planning and Business Strategy
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Strategy models
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Business Strategy related to financial strategy
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Planning and budgeting models
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Linking budgets to business and financial strategy
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Build Managing
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Delegating budgets effectively
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Beyond Budgeting
Investment Strategy
Capital Investment Decisions
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Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)
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Evaluating Capital Investment Projects
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Comparison of Alternative Methods of Investment Appraisal
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Capital Budgeting
Restructuring, Reorganisations, Mergers and Acquisitions
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Reasons and Justifications for Mergers and Acquisitions
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Share Valuation Models and Financing Acquisitions
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Financial Strategy in Acquisitions and Takeover Bid Defences
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Business Restructuring and Reorganisations
About Rome
As cosmopolitan and diverse as it is rooted in its own history, Rome is one of the premier tourist destinations in the world. Featuring some of the best restaurants on the continent, some of the most iconic historic sites in Europe, the city is widely regarded as one of the most exciting and dynamic places to visit anywhere. The center of the Renaissance, the city houses some of the most famous works of art in the world and remains an important cultural hub to this day. Famous for art, fashion, it's delicious local cuisine, and superbly preserved monuments, Rome truly offers something for everyone.
Things to do and places to visit in Rome
When disembarking, the first thing that can prove pleasantly challenging is deciding on what to do first! An exceptional array of hotels and inns are available to any weary traveler, as are a superb range of restaurants for those wanting to relax surrounded by the hustle and bustle of Rome in the evening. You can spend the day walking streets steeped in history, visiting galleries that contain works by Caravaggio and Michelangelo or exploring the awe-inspiring Colosseum. The city contains many beautifully maintained parks and gardens, as well as a vast collection of beautiful churches and cathedrals, ensuring that a trip to Rome will be a memorable experience for anyone.
Things to do when taking flights to Rome include:
- Standing inside the magnificent Colosseum.
- Gazing in awe at the stunning Castel Sant'Angelo.
- Visiting the incredible Pantheon, one of the best-maintained buildings from the Roman era.
- Stopping at the center of the Piazza del Popolo, one of the most beautiful squares in Europe.
- Walking the beautiful gardens of Villa Borghese.
- Admiring the vast, intricately carved Column of Marcus Aurelius.
- Wandering the Forum Romanum, ruins from the Ancient Roman period.
- Exploring some of the greatest art collections in Europe.
- Crossing the river on the remarkably-constructed Bridge of Angels.
- Sampling the world famous local cuisine.