APM Accredited Finance for Non-Financial Managers

APM Accredited Finance for Non-Financial Managers

Our Accredited Finance for Non-Financial Managers course is what you need if you are a non-financial manager. Not all managers come from a financial background, but management of budgets, costs and other finances are usually part and parcel of the role. And many employers will expect you to have a formal qualification to show you understand the basics of finance. This financial training is accredited by the Association for Project Management.

Our Accredited Finance for Non-Financial Managers course is equivalent to a three-day classroom course and will equip you with the basics of finance so that you will understand the accounting aspects of your management role.

Through the financial course you will learn the fundamentals of financial and management accounting, including financial statements, profit and loss accounts, and balance sheets.

Cash flow, profit margins and asset turnover will all be covered, and you'll learn about investment appraisal, financial analysis and more.

On completion of the Accredited Finance for Non-Financial Managers course, you'll be prepared to sit the relevant APM exam and have a qualification that demonstrates your new skills in the financial field, giving you the confidence to plan and implement sound financial decisions. This study of finance for managers will help you begin or progress a career in management.

Entry Requirements

You don't need any previous experience or qualifications to enrol in our Accredited Finance for Non-financial Managers course. That's because we believe in making home study - and a rewarding future - as accessible as possible.

Where will I go from here?

Having a qualification that demonstrates your grasp of financial principles can be a major asset to any employer. You should find improved prospects for beginning or advancing your management career in any business or industry you choose.

What will I gain?

On completion, you'll receive the Accredited Finance for Non-financial Managers qualification.

Accreditation

APM Group (APMG): The APM Group, based in the UK, provides high-quality accreditation and qualification services to organisations. It currently accredits our project management courses including our PRINCE2 qualifications.

Assessment

You will be required to complete one exam on completion of your course.

Final Exam: 25 multiple-choice questions which must be answered within one hour. 18 correct answers are needed to pass.

What will I get?

Because we're experts in home learning, ICS knows about and offers all the support you need along the way.

You'll receive study materials that have been specially designed for distance learning by experts in your field of study and are based on the Chartered Management Institute's syllabus. You will work with step-by-step modules to guide your learning.

You'll have access to an experienced personal tutor both online and over the phone, ready to help you with guidance and motivation.

You'll also be part of the ICS Online Student Community, where you'll have access to library materials and your account information, as well as vital links with your fellow students, with the chance to discuss your work, ask questions and make new friends.

Study Period

12 months

Hours of study

30-60 hours

That's roughly equivalent to between half-an-hour and an hour of study per week during the 12-month support period.

Support period

12 months

Course code

N88

Course cost

£469.00

Additional fees

None - Exam fees are included in your course fee.

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Key Topics

Introduction to Financial Statements

  • Consider the importance of financial measures. Examine the differences between financial accounting and management accounting. Study the four types of accounts and the three types of financial statements.

Profit and Loss Account

  • Examine the profit and loss account in depth.

Balance Sheet

  • Study the balance sheet and consider its relationship with the profit and loss account.

Cash Flow

  • Understand the different elements of cash flow. Discover how to manage cash and loans.

Costing Decisions

  • Examine variable and fixed costs. Study costing structure. Explore product costing.

Introduction to Financial Analysis

  • Examine financial analysis and consider how it is used in practice.

Investment Appraisal

  • Explore topics such as pay back, discounted cash flow, and sensitivity analysis.

Profit Margin

  • Examine the profit margin ratio and understand how it differs in different industries.

Asset Turnover

  • Study the concept of asset turnover in depth.

Return on Capital Employed

  • Examine the various elements of Return on Capital Employed.

 

 

You can either pay for your course in full or opt for a monthly payment plan.

Course fee: £469 (excluding discounts)

Or speak to one of our course advisors now for payment plans.

 

Exam fees are included in your course fee.