About the Course
This course directly addresses the leading cause of business failure (a lack of adequate cash flow), even among otherwise profitable businesses. It moves beyond theoretical accounting to focus on the actionable, day-to-day management of working capital as a key driver of both survival and sustained growth.
Purpose of the course
The primary purpose of this course is to equip you with practical tools and strategies tailored to the realities of a business environment, helping you maintain liquidity, respond to unexpected expenses and seize growth opportunities.
Key areas of focus include:
The Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC)
Deep analysis of the CCC to identify where cash is trapped and how to accelerate its movement through the business; from inventory to accounts receivable.
Dynamic Cash Flow Forecasting
Implementing robust, forward-looking 13-week cash flow models and 'what-if' scenario planning to anticipate shortfalls and proactively manage reserves.
Aggressive Working Capital Management
Practical techniques for optimising Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), including effective credit control, supplier negotiation and early payment incentive structures.
Cost-of-Goods-Sold (COGS) and Overhead Control:
Strategies for segmenting costs, identifying opportunities for immediate savings and managing operating leverage to ensure profit margins translate into positive cash flow.
Upon completion, you will be able to:
Achieve Cash Flow Clarity
Implement precise, reliable tools for real-time monitoring and accurate forecasting of cash balances, eliminating financial surprises.
Maximise Working Capital
Strategically manage receivables, payables and inventory to free up operating cash, effectively turning the working capital cycle into a funding source.
Enhance Financial Resilience
Establish control mechanisms that ensure the business can weather market disruptions and avoid insolvency by maintaining a robust cash runway.
Fund Growth Organically
Utilise strong cash flow generation as the primary, most sustainable engine for funding new investments, market expansion and product development.
Key Outcome: Predict cash shortages before they happen!
Your Instructor
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