D076 – Finance Skills for Managers is the course that will ensure students grasp basic finance knowledge within a business setting. Throughout the course, you will develop an understanding of personal and business finance, review the tools used for analyzing financial statements and budget forecasting, and learn the methods of making sound financial decisions. Whether it is reviewing the investments using Net Present Value or applying advanced techniques of understanding financial ratios this course provides you with the skills for success within business.

The D076 course also requires the learner to develop theory as well as practice with the subject matter. Not only knowledge of finances will be imparted to you but also practical scenarios with the use of Microsoft Excel will be part of your course. This practical way helps to prepare for any kind of financial problem – from the calculation of cash flows to the assessment of profitability.

By the end of the D076 course, you'll have mastered the following competencies:

• Financial Environment: This aspect exposes and educates you on the behavior of Financial Markets and Systems in a business environment.
• Financial Statement Analysis: Improve this knowledge by further developing the ability of the manager to analyze the financial statements and evaluate the condition of the company.
• Forecasting and Budgeting: Gain knowledge of forecasting and budgeting as well as build accurate financial estimates.
• Financial Decision Making: Integrate the knowledge of financial principles to make appropriate business decisions.
• Ethical Considerations: Consider the degree to which the rationale for common financial decisions reflects ethical thought processes and how financial integrity can be preserved.