Through engaging lectures, hands-on exercises, group discussions and case studies, this two-day course provides a solid foundation for business professionals to become more big-picture oriented and be able to communicate more effectively, which will facilitate organisational alignment in the ever-increasingly dynamic and complex environment. Participants will gain keen insights into how companies make money and learn the skills they need to play a more meaningful role in that money-making process throughout their careers.

Course objective

• To see the big picture of business like an owner or a CEO does.
• To enhance confident in making the right business decision, focusing on actions that will positively impact company’s performance
• To have a better understanding of a company’s financial performance, strength/weakness and its strategic direction
• To align with executive’s direction and strategy
• To be equipped with framework for benchmarking company’s result against competitors
• To be a better communicator and to enhance more collaboration across functions, due to elimination of silos

Expected outcome

After the workshop completion, the participants should be able to

• Take the complexity out of business by understanding these 5 drivers.
• Make better business decision by understanding how you impact company results.
• Develop a working knowledge of your company’s strategy and financial metrics.
• Learn how to articulate the company’s strategy and performance to others.
• Craft an action plan of how you will drive your company’s strategy and performance.

Course outline

Day 1

• Course Introduction
• The 5 Business Drivers: Cash, Profit, Assets, Growth, People
• Leaders as Teachers
• Functional Awareness & Impact
• Executive Alignment & Messaging
• On-line Tools & Resources

Day 2

• 5 Business Drivers Review: World Class Strategies
• Understanding the Financials: Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Statement of Cash Flows
• Navigating the Financials
• Benchmark Company Analysis
• Stock Price Analysis
• Action Plan & Accountability Appointment