Introduction to Financial Analysis

Understand the meaning of fixed vs. variable costs and the calculation ofcontribution margin and break even analysis. Be able to use these analytic concepts in support of product selection, production and pricing decisions.
Delegates will:


• Understand how business decisions impact organisations’ financials and keyperformance indicators.


• Be confident in financial discussions – gain financial fluency and understandterminology and concepts.


• Understand the drivers of your profit and loss account, and the interrelationshipof the financial statements.

• Be able to differentiate between profit and cash flow.

• Develop superior cost management skills and understand how to conducteffective investment appraisals.


• Understand the implications for planning and reporting in the listed companyenvironment.