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Financial Planning and Management

This course provides a comprehensive overview of financial planning and management principles. It covers essential topics such as financial statements analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. Students will learn to assess investment opportunities, manage risks, and make informed financial decisions. The course emphasizes the importance of financial health, strategic decision-making, and long-term sustainability for businesses.

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65h
Study Time
13
Weeks
5h
Per Week
intermediate
Math Level
Course Keywords
Financial PlanningBudgetingCash FlowRisk ManagementInvestment

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📊
Math Level
Moderate Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Financial Planning

2

Financial Statements

3

Budgeting

4

Forecasting

5

Cash Flow Management

6

Risk Management

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (2 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Financial Analyst

Apply your skills in this growing field

Accountant

Apply your skills in this growing field

Financial Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Investment Advisor

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

BankingFinanceConsultingEntrepreneurship

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

4h

Unit 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

4 study hours
  • •Understand the definition of financial planning and management
  • •Identify the components of financial planning and management
  • •Discuss the significance of financial planning for businesses
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

3h

Unit 2: Financial Statements and Analysis

3 study hours
  • •Explain the purpose and components of an income statement
  • •Describe how an income statement reflects a company's profitability
  • •Practice analyzing sample income statements
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

4h

Unit 3: Budgeting and Forecasting

4 study hours
  • •Understand the importance of budgeting and forecasting
  • •Learn how to create budgets to plan for revenue and expenses
  • •Practice creating a simple budget for a business scenario
Week
4

Module 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

4h

Unit 4: Cash Flow Management

4 study hours
  • •Define cash flow and its importance in business
  • •Identify the techniques for monitoring and optimizing cash flow
  • •Apply cash flow management techniques to a case study
Week
5

Module 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

4h

Unit 5: Risk Management and Return on Investment

4 study hours
  • •Discuss the concepts of risk and return in financial decision-making
  • •Learn how to assess investment opportunities
  • •Analyze risk factors associated with investments
Week
6

Module 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

6h

Review of Module 1

6 study hours
  • •Review key concepts from Units 1-5
  • •Work on assignment 1
  • •Prepare for mid-semester assessment
Week
7

Module 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

6h

Review of Module 1

6 study hours
  • •Review key concepts from Units 1-5
  • •Work on assignment 1
  • •Prepare for mid-semester assessment
Week
8

Module 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

6h

Review of Module 1

6 study hours
  • •Review key concepts from Units 1-5
  • •Work on assignment 1
  • •Prepare for mid-semester assessment
Week
9

Module 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

6h

Review of Module 1

6 study hours
  • •Review key concepts from Units 1-5
  • •Work on assignment 1
  • •Prepare for mid-semester assessment
Week
10

Module 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

6h

Review of Module 1

6 study hours
  • •Review key concepts from Units 1-5
  • •Work on assignment 1
  • •Prepare for mid-semester assessment
Week
11

Module 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

6h

Review of Module 1

6 study hours
  • •Review key concepts from Units 1-5
  • •Work on assignment 1
  • •Prepare for mid-semester assessment
Week
12

Module 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

6h

Review of Module 1

6 study hours
  • •Review key concepts from Units 1-5
  • •Work on assignment 1
  • •Prepare for mid-semester assessment
Week
13

Module 1: Introduction to the Fundamental Concepts of Financial Planning and Management

6h

Review of Module 1

6 study hours
  • •Review key concepts from Units 1-5
  • •Work on assignment 1
  • •Prepare for mid-semester assessment

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all unit learning outcomes and ensure you can meet them

2

Practice financial ratio calculations from Unit 2 until proficient

3

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 budgeting, cash flow, and risk concepts

4

Work through all self-assessment exercises and understand the solutions

5

Allocate study time proportionally based on unit complexity and weightage

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