Business Excellence - Module Three: The Finance Dimension

True business acumen goes beyond understanding finance — but financial literacy is where it begins. Knowing how to read financial metrics, speak the language of finance, and spot issues early builds credibility and influence with finance peers. While this module won’t make you a finance expert, it will give you the insight and direction needed to strengthen your financial understanding and identify areas for further learning.

Key takeaways:

• How businesses are funded
• The key ingredients of company accounts
• How uncertainty and instability shape financial performance
• Managing what’s beyond your control — external macroeconomic impacts
• Why budgets matter and how effective budgeting supports better decisions

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