Business Acumen

Duration: 2hrs

The Business Acumen course is designed to equip professionals with a robust understanding of how to make informed business decisions and understand the financial implications of their actions. The course starts with an overview of seeing the big picture, emphasizing the importance of recognizing short and long-term interactions, growth opportunities, and the interconnected nature of business decisions. Participants will learn about Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), how to be decisive, flexible, and intuitive, and how to take strong initiatives in business contexts.

Further, the course addresses essential aspects of risk management strategies, including continuous assessment of internal and external factors and making timely adjustments. It also emphasizes the importance of recognizing learning opportunities from everyday experiences and past decisions. Financial literacy forms a core part of the curriculum, with modules focusing on understanding assets, liabilities, equity, financial ratios, income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Additionally, the course covers business acumen in management, highlighting aspects like talent, change, asset, and organizational management. Critical thinking in business and understanding key financial levers, such as investing in people and process improvement, are also integral components of the course.

Designed for professionals at all levels, this course aims to enhance their business acumen, critical thinking, and financial literacy, essential for navigating the complex world of business.