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Financial Analysis & Finance Management for Financial Advisor Level 3
Thames College

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Summary

Price
£21 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
2.5 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • CPD Accredited PDF Certificate - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
  • Hardcopy CPD Certificate - £8.99

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Overview

Financial planning and budgeting are essential skills for any organisation or individual aiming to manage money effectively. This course covers the core aspects of financial management, starting with basic principles and moving towards advanced topics such as capital budgeting, cost control, and risk management.

By learning how to prepare, analyse, and interpret financial data, learners can make informed decisions that improve financial health and support long-term goals. Whether in business or personal finance, the ability to create clear budgets and forecast future financial outcomes is a valuable skill that enhances overall financial stability.

Learning Outcomes of Financial Analysis & Finance Management for Financial Advisor:

  • Understand the fundamental principles of financial management and their application in business settings.
  • Develop effective budgeting skills to allocate resources and monitor financial performance.
  • Analyse financial statements to evaluate an organisation’s financial health and profitability.
  • Create comprehensive financial plans that align with strategic business objectives.
  • Apply capital budgeting techniques to assess and select investment opportunities.
  • Identify methods to control and reduce costs without compromising business operations.
  • Build financial forecasts and models to predict future financial outcomes based on current data.

Additional perks of selecting course from Thames College:

This Financial Analysis & Finance Management for Financial Advisor course offers you the benefit of —

  • Learn with an engaging voiceover and visual elements.
  • Lifetime access to the course.
  • Participate in quick assessments and get instant feedback on your course progress.
  • Study on your own schedule.

Certificates

CPD Accredited PDF Certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Hardcopy CPD Certificate

Hard copy certificate - £8.99

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Curriculum

1
section
11
lectures
2h 28m
total

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Description

This Financial Analysis & Finance Management for Financial Advisor course is structured across eight modules, each covering important areas of financial planning and budgeting. It begins with an introduction to financial management, where learners grasp the basic concepts and the role finance plays within an organisation.

The second module focuses on budgeting basics, explaining how to develop budgets that allocate resources efficiently and track financial performance over time.

In the third module, learners study financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, learning how to analyse these documents to assess financial health. The fourth module covers creating a financial plan, combining budgeting with strategic objectives to map out financial goals and strategies.

Capital budgeting, the focus of the fifth module, introduces techniques to evaluate investment opportunities and decide which projects will generate the best returns.

Following this, the sixth module deals with cost control and reduction, showing methods to monitor expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities.

The seventh module covers forecasting and financial modelling, which help predict future financial performance based on current data and assumptions.

Finally, the Financial Analysis & Finance Management for Financial Advisor course concludes with risk management in financial planning, teaching ways to identify and manage financial risks to ensure the organisation or individual is prepared for potential challenges.

Learning this course helps develop skills that are highly valued in the finance sector. It prepares learners for roles that require strong analytical abilities and an ability to plan and control financial resources effectively. The course content supports career progression in areas like financial analysis, budgeting, and management accounting, offering practical knowledge that can be applied immediately in the workplace.

Who is this course for?

This Financial Analysis & Finance Management for Financial Advisor course is suitable for anyone wanting to build knowledge in financial management and budgeting, whether new to finance or seeking to improve existing skills. It is ideal for business owners, managers, finance team members, and those looking to pursue careers in financial analysis, accounting, or planning. The course also benefits professionals from non-finance backgrounds who want to contribute more effectively to financial decision-making in their organisations.

Requirements

No previous experience or qualifications are required to enroll in our course. This Financial Analysis & Finance Management for Financial Advisor course is designed for anyone eager to learn, whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out.

Join us and take the first step on this exciting path!

Career path

  • Financial Analyst (£28,000–£45,000)
  • Budget Analyst (£30,000–£50,000)
  • Management Accountant (£32,000–£55,000)
  • Financial Planner (£30,000–£60,000)
  • Cost Accountant (£28,000–£48,000)
  • Credit Analyst (£25,000–£42,000)
  • Treasury Analyst (£30,000–£55,000)
  • Risk Management Officer (£35,000–£60,000)

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