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Corporate Finance - LCT International , Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Turkey, UAE, United Kingdom, Dubai, Riyadh, Kuala Lumpur, London, Istanbul

Wed, 14 May 2025 11:15:12 +04

Course Introduction:
Gain essential skills in corporate finance through our focused training. Explore financial analysis, valuation techniques, and strategic decision-making processes. Learn to navigate financial statements, optimize capital structure, and assess investment opportunities. This course equips delegates with practical tools to drive financial performance and strategic growth, enhancing their ability to make informed decisions and contribute to their organisations success.

Course Outcomes:
Go beyond the description of financial performance to calculate and interpret key information
Assess the influential role of all stakeholders
Develop a business funding policy to manage financial risk
Evaluate the growing influence of corporate finance on strategy
Exploit the growing strategic role in developing competitive advantage

Who Should Attend:
Those who are new appointed into a strategic planning role
Treasury department managers who wish to increase the strategic role of the treasury function
Financial planning practitioners who want to update their skills
Those who want to be able to look at their organisations performance and that of competitors
Audit personnel
Financial risk managers

Course Topics:
Financial Statements International Standards and interpreting them using Ratio Analysis

International Financial Standards for Private and Public Sectors
The key statements format and content
Financial Analysis the essential ratios based on the income statement
Financial Analysis the essential ratios based on the balance sheet and/or income statement combine

How The Shift from Shareholder to Stakeholder Value is Driving Strategy and Decision-Making

Value maximisation and stakeholder theory
The drivers of shareholder and stakeholder value
Linking decision-making to shareholder value the long-term perspective
Ethical dimensions of decision-making

Funding the Business

Capital structure and the cost of capital
Funding with equity
Retaining profit dividend policy
Funding with debt
The main instruments of the capital markets

The Impact of PESTLE on Strategy and Risk Management

The components of PESTLE and the impact on corporate finance
Porters generic competitive strategies
Mergers and acquisition a corporate approach
Managing financial risks

An Effective Treasury Function

Expanding strategic role of treasury and its role in corporate decision making
Price to earnings ratio dividend yield dividend payout ratio
Leadership skills and training for treasurers
The areas where treasury takes a lead role including: bank relationship management; short-term and long-term borrowing; financial risk management
Defining treasury success KPIs credit ratings etc

Cost: 4250 GBP

Duration: 5 Days

Financial Analysis - LCT International , Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Turkey, UAE, United Kingdom, Dubai, Riyadh, Kuala Lumpur, London, Istanbul

Wed, 14 May 2025 11:15:11 +04

Course Introduction:
Dive into financial analysis with our comprehensive course designed for professionals seeking to enhance their analytical skills. Learn to interpret financial statements, perform ratio analysis, and evaluate financial health effectively. Through practical exercises and real-world case studies, youll gain actionable insights to make informed business decisions and drive strategic success. Ideal for finance professionals and business leaders aiming for a deeper understanding of financial performance.

Course Outcomes:
Go beyond the description of financial performance to calculate and interpret key information
Assess the influential role of all stakeholders
Develop a business funding policy to manage financial risk
Evaluate the growing influence of corporate finance on strategy
Exploit the growing strategic role in developing competitive advantage

Who Should Attend:
Managers and executives from all sectors who input into strategic and financial planning for their organisation, including:

Those who are new appointed into a strategic planning role
Treasury department managers who wish to increase the strategic role of the treasury function
Financial planning practitioners who want to update their skills
Those who want to be able to look at their organisations performance and that of competitors
Audit personnel
Financial risk managers

Course Topics:
Introduction to Financial Analysis and Financial Statements

International Financial Standards for Private and Public Sectors
The key statements format and content
Financial Analysis the essential ratios based on the income statement
Financial Analysis the essential ratios based on the balance sheet and/or income statement combined

How The Shift from Shareholder to Stakeholder Value is Driving Strategy and Decision-Making

Value maximisation and stakeholder theory
The drivers of shareholder and stakeholder value
Linking decision-making to shareholder value the long-term perspective
Ethical dimensions of decision-making

Funding the Business

Capital structure and the cost of capital
Funding with equity
Retaining profit dividend policy
Funding with debt
The main instruments of the capital markets

The Impact of PESTLE on Strategy and Risk Management

The components of PESTLE and the impact on corporate finance
Porters generic competitive strategies
Mergers and acquisition a corporate approach
Managing financial risks

An Effective Treasury Function

Expanding strategic role of treasury and its role in corporate decision making
Price to earnings ratio dividend yield dividend payout ratio
Leadership skills and training for treasurers
The areas where treasury takes a lead role including: bank relationship management; short-term and long-term borrowing; financial risk management
Defining treasury success KPIs credit ratings etc

Cost: 3250 GBP

Duration: 5 Days

Treasury Management - LCT International , Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Turkey, UAE, United Kingdom, Dubai, Riyadh, Kuala Lumpur, London, Istanbul

Wed, 14 May 2025 11:15:11 +04

Course Introduction:
Explore essential treasury management skills, from cash flow forecasting to risk management strategies. Delegates will gain hands-on experience with advanced financial tools and techniques to optimize liquidity and minimize risks. Benefit from practical insights into financial regulations and industry best practices, enhancing your ability to manage corporate finances effectively. Join us to strengthen your expertise and drive financial stability in your organisation.

Course Outcomes:
Contrast and compare the treasury function in the private and public sector
Differentiate between primary and secondary markets and the roles of the markets
Develop skills of calculating the fair value of equity and bond instruments
Compare and contrast primary and secondary markets
Develop skills in assessing the performance of stocks and shares
Use derivative instruments to protect against pure risks

Who Should Attend:
Those who use or plan to use the capital markets and want to broaden their knowledge of raising finance and/or investing using capital market instruments. They will be from all sectors, including private, public and not-for-profit including:

Those working in treasury and need to know more about the capital markets
Operations managers who want to know more about treasury activities
Managers who are responsible for investing surplus funds
Treasury employees who need to know how to assess financial performance
Internal auditors, accountants who need to show CPD

Course Topics:
The Role and Function of Treasury Management

Overview of the main activities of treasury management in the private sector and public sector
Treasury management activities in the private sector
Treasury management activities in the public sector
Introduction to Treasury risks

Strategic Treasury Management

How treasury has evolved since the financial crisis
Aligning treasury strategy with organisational goals
Treasury as strategic financial advisers to the organisation
Areas where treasury takes a leading role including bank relationship management; short and long-term borrowing and financial risk management

Managing Treasury Risks

Risk management frameworks and the control environment
Market risk
Liquidity risk
Currency risk
Effective internal controls and governance in the treasury function

Practical Treasury Management

Preparing cash flow statements
Using ratio analysis
Raising finance - debt versus equity
The weighted average cost of capital (WACC)

Building an Investment Portfolio

Establishing investment criteria and objectives
Investment strategies; passive active matching outsourcing and risk-reduction
Balanced diversification across asset classes geographic spread currencies etc
Risk appetite

Cost: 4250 GBP

Duration: 5 Days

Capital Markets and the Treasury Function - LCT International , Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Turkey, UAE, United Kingdom, Dubai, Riyadh, Kuala Lumpur, London, Istanbul

Wed, 14 May 2025 11:15:11 +04

Course Introduction:
Explore the dynamic relationship between capital markets and treasury functions in this comprehensive course. Delegates will gain insights into managing financial risks, optimizing liquidity, and leveraging market opportunities. Through practical case studies and interactive sessions, participants will enhance their strategic decision-making skills, ensuring effective capital management and robust treasury operations. Perfect for finance professionals looking to advance their expertise in market-driven financial strategies.

Course Outcomes:
Introduce frameworks for managing risks
Identify key classifications of financial risks
Explore how derivative instruments can be used to protect against pure risks
Review risk mitigation techniques
Establish the need for strong internal controls requirements
Link up Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)
Describe the role of directors and senior executives in overseeing, understanding and leveraging risk management

Who Should Attend:
Those who have a direct or indirect responsibility for financial risk management. They will be from all sectors, including private, public and not-for-profit including:

Treasury managers who want to know more about financial risk management
Professionals working or planning to work in market, credit or operational risk
Anyone wanting to find out more about risk management in finance
Risk managers seeking to widen their knowledge
Internal auditors, accountants who need to show CPD

Course Topics:
Review of Treasury Management

Treasury management activities compared between public and private sector
How treasury management has evolved since the financial crisis
Treasury as strategic financial advisers to the organisation
Introduction to treasury risks

Capital Markets Role and Regulation

Functions of the capital markets compared with money markets
Role of the primary market
Role of the secondary market
Aims objectives players and structures of market regulation

Capital Market Instruments

Types and characteristics of equity
Equity valuation methods
Fixed income (debt) instruments government and corporate bonds
Valuing fixed income instruments

Effective Financial Analysis

The main sources of information for financial analysis purposes
The main financial statements according to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Income statement ratios; common size profit margin return on equity etc
Balance sheet ratios; quick ratios current ratios debt to equity and more

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Concepts

Hedging concepts for financial risks
Standardisation and settlement of exchange-based derivatives
Exchange-based futures contracts those for hedging currency and interest rate risks
Options contracts principles of calls and puts building a simple hedge

Cost: 4250 GBP

Duration: 5 Days

Consolidation of Financial Statements - Convertas , Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, Istanbul,Malaysia,Turkey,United Arab Emirates

Sun, 09 Dec 2018 12:23:34 +04

Luxembourg legal and regulatory framework
- Luxembourg regulatory framework and IFRS
- Exemptions and exclusions
- Content and closing date of the financial statements

Determination of consolidation
- General Principles
- Subsidiaries, joint ventures and associated companies
- Determination of the percentage of control
- Special treatment of special purpose entities

Basis of consolidation
- General Principles
- Fully consolidated subsidiaries
- Proportional consolidation of joint ventures
- Equity Associates
- Determination of percentage interest

Operations prior to consolidation
- Standardisation of accounting principles and policies
- Standardisation of closing dates
- Identification and recognition of deferred taxes
- Entities abroad and issue of foreign currency

Stages of consolidation
- Elimination of balances and transactions within a company
- Treatment of own shares
- Treatment of changes in scope of consolidation (acquisitions and disposals)

Presentation and content of financial statements
- Luxembourg accounting principles
- IFRS in the specific context of the preparation of consolidated financial statements

Cost: 3995 USD

Duration: 5 Days

Advanced Financial Accounting - Convertas , Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, Istanbul,Malaysia,Turkey,United Arab Emirates

Sun, 09 Dec 2018 12:00:49 +04

Selected accounting practices
Intangible assets and R&D
Ownership equity and comprehensive income
Bonds and interest-bearing securities
Earnings per share
Accounting changes

Foreign currency translation
Temporal method
Current rate method

Hedge accounting and derivatives
Economic aspect -
Accounting methods (speculating, hedging)

Corporate investments and international standards
Conceptual framework (theory, business combinations)
Accounting methods (cost, fair value, equity method, proportionate and full consolidation)
Particular issues (such as minority interest, inter-company transactions, foreign subsidiaries)
International accounting standards
Other (related party transactions, segment disclosures, differential reporting)

Cost: 3995 USD

Duration: 5 Days

Finance for Lawyers - Convertas , Dubai,Malaysia,Netherlands,Turkey,United Arab Emirates,United Kingdom

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 10:54:08 +04

Day 1

Introduction to Financial Analysis

Identifying the relationship between cash flow and profit
Development of an integrated cash flow model
Recognizing it’s all about cash
Understanding the relationships between the 3 main accounting statements.

Fundamentals of Accounting Statements - The Profit & Loss Account

How the P&L has changed over the last 25 years
Detailed review of the Profit and Loss Account
Profit types - trading, asset and business
Inventory, Depreciation, Capitalised interest
Minority interests and consolidation
Exceptional and material items

Day 2

Fundamentals of Accounting Statements - The Balance Sheet

Detailed review of the Balance Sheet
Understanding the fixed assets note
Accounting goodwill – what is it?
Liabilities, pension fund accounting
Debt and other liabilities like debt
Deferred tax, contingent liabilities

Understanding Cash Flows

Detailed review of the Cash Flow Statement
Analyzing and interpreting cash flows
Summarizing cash flows for analysis
Cash Flow Analysis
Defining free cash flow

Day 3

Financial Analysis Techniques – Ratio Analysis

Objectives of ratio analysis
Developing ratio analysis skills
Understanding the classic ratios
How much information is there in ratios?
Ratio rules – avoiding errors of principle

Evaluating Capital Investment Projects

Introduction to capital budgeting
Discounted cash flow techniques
Calculating the internal rate of return

Day 4

Economic and Country Risk

Understanding the indicators & signals
Implications of macro-economic change for Investors, Banks and Businesses

Funding Structures

The relationship between business risk & financial risk
The four phases of the corporate life-cycle
Identifying appropriate funding structures
Recognizing the drivers of funding strategies

Credit Analysis - The Basic Concepts

Introducing credit analysis frameworks
Financial analysis - review of the issues
Non-financial analysis – Developing a framework

Day 5

Overview of Non-Financial Analysis

Strategy analysis - what is strategy/business risk?
Overview of strategy terminology and concepts.

Techniques for Corporate Assessment

SWOT/Environmental analysis
Porters five forces
Boston portfolio matrix
Environments matrix

Cost: 3995 USD

Duration: 5 Days

Financial Sanctions Program and Screening - Convertas , Dubai,Kuala Lumpur, Istanbul, London,Malaysia,Turkey,United Arab Emirates,United Kingdom

Mon, 14 May 2018 13:35:55 +04

Day 1
What are Economic Sanctions?
· Financial Sanctions as economic and trade restrictions
· Reasons of Financial Sanctions
· Who is involved? Financial Institutions
· Responsibilities and Guidance for Financial Institutions
· Penalties for Breach of Sanctions

Day 2
What is a Sanctions Screening Programme?
· Policies and Procedures
· Technology
· Guidelines on Sanction Programme
· AML / CTF Procedures
· Aligning the Financial Institution's policies, systems and controls to regulatory guidelines
· Assessing, enhancing and optimizing the Sanctions Screening Programme
· Financial Institution compliance with the measures imposed by the relevant regulatory bodies

Day 3
Components of a Sanctions Screening Programme
· Governance and Control Model
· KPI based periodic review
· Effective Data
· Technology Framework and Lists Management
· Alert Investigation Methodology
· Disposal of alerts and escalations
· Staff Awareness and Training

Cost: 3195 USD

Duration: 3 Days

International Public Sector Accounting Standards IPSAS - Convertas , Dubai,Kuala Lumpur, Istanbul, London,United Kingdom,Malaysia,Turkey,United Arab Emirates

Mon, 14 May 2018 12:21:48 +04

Day 1
Introduction, principles and development
Background into financial accounting
Importance of standards
Economic drivers
Key principles of Global Accounting Standards
The development of Global Accounting Standards
Underlying financial principles
Disclosure and transparency aspects

Day 2
Other general Standards
International Accounting Standards (IAS)
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
The current global adoption of Global Accounting Standards
Key organizational benefits
Domestic best practice
Global best practice

Day 3
Effective implementation strategy
The strategic planning process roadmap
Mapping regional standards to Global Accounting Standards
Resource planning
Migration to IPSAS
Scoping dual reporting
Financial function migration
Phasing and specific functional challenges
Strategy sense checks

Day 4
The IPSAS Standards
Review of current IPSAS Standards
The correct application of individual IPSAS Standards
Overcoming key challenges
Obtaining guidance and support from International Federation of Accountants

Day 5
IPSAS compliant financial statements
Key IPSAS requirements within financial statements
Producing the statement of financial position
Producing the statement of financial performance
Producing the cash flow statement
Reporting changes in net asset position
Producing compliant notes to the accounts

Cost: 3995 USD

Duration: 5 Days

Public Sector Finance Accounting - Convertas , Dubai,United Arab Emirates,Malaysia,Turkey,United Kingdom

Sun, 28 Jan 2018 11:09:43 +04

Day 1
Introduction to Public Sector Accounting
· Meaning and Coverage of Public Sector
· Objectives of Public Sector Accounting
· Nature of Work, Qualities and Problems Facing Public Sector Accountants
· Users of Public Sector Accounting Information
· Uses of Public Sector Accounting Information
· Distinction between Public and Private Sector Accounting
· The Concept of Funds in Government Accounting
Basis, Units, Processes and Structure of Public Sector Accounting
· Concepts/Principles Applicable to Public Sector Accounting
· Basis of Government Accounting
· Accounting Units
· Government Accounting Processes
· Structure of Government Accounting

Day 2
Regulatory and Professional Framework of Government Accounting
· Nature of the Framework
· Legal Framework (CFRN, FCMA, Financial Regulation)
· Professional Framework and GAAPs
· Professional Pronouncement on government accounting
· Purposes of Financial Regulations
Government Revenue and Expenditure
· Meaning of Revenue
· Sources and Classification of Government Revenue
· Taxation as a Source of Government Revenue
· Meaning of Public Expenditure
· Basic Functions of Government Expenditure
· Purposes of Government Expenditure
· Guiding Principles of Public Expenditure
· Financing Public Expenditure
· The Impact of Government Expenditure

Day 3
Accounting Record Keeping in the Public Sector
· Books of Accounts (Cash Book, Ledger and Trial Balance )
· Ministerial Accounting System (Self and Non-Self Accounting Units)
· Preparation of Transcript
· Preparation and Posting of Monthly Payroll and Variation Control and Report
Treasury and Expenditure Control System The Treasury
· The Treasury
· The Benefits of Expenditure Control
· Public Expenditure Control
· Types of Control (Executive, Legislative, MoF, Treasury, Departmental Control)
· The Role of Auditing in Expenditure Control

Day 4
Pension and Gratuity Accounting
· The Concept of Pension and Gratuity
· Transfer/Merger of Service
· Statutory Age of Retirement
· Pension, Gratuity and Retirement Benefits
· Computation of Pension and Gratuity
· Non Pensionable Service
· Death Benefits
· Pension Acts 102 and 103 of 1979
· Pension Reform Act 2004
· Retirement Benefits
· Pension Fund Commission
· Pension Fund Administrator (PFA)
· Pension Assets Custodian (PAC)
· Investment of Pension Fund

Day 5
Government Statutory Financial Statements and Schedules
· The Federation Account
· Statutory Allocation Formula
· Consolidated Revenue Fund or Federal Government Account
· Development Fund
· Contingencies Fund and its operation
· The Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission
· Federal Government Final Accounts
· The Annual Report of the Accountant General
· The Financial Statements, Cash flow and Value Added Statements
IPSASs and the Standardization of Government Accounts
· International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSASs)
· International Public Sector Accounting Standard Board (IPSASB)
· Challenges to IPSASs adoption and their Remedies

Cost: 3995 USD

Duration: 5 Days

Public Financial Management - Convertas , Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 16:36:11 +04

Day One
Context of Public Financial Management

This provides an overview of the major dimensions of the internal and external context of PFM as well as the policy, macroeconomic and fiscal context. The unit ends by examining the revenue side with focus on the basic principles of tax policy and tax administration. of the basic principles of tax policy.

Day Two
Concepts, Objectives and Systems

Introduction to the basic concepts and objectives of PFM before examining budget types, budgeting systems and classifications. It also considers budget coverage and the impact of the government’s financial actions on the future fiscal situation of the country.

Day Three
The “Upstream” Stages: Preparing the Budget

To budget is to choose, and the fundamental basis of a good budget preparation is thus an “availability” approach rather than a “needs” approach.
This module explores the process of budget preparation, including the role of the legislature. It also explains the need for a multiyear fiscal perspective, mainly in order to assure its sustainability avoid short-sighted decisions and provide a financial perspective against which to decide major changes in government policy. .

Day Four
Assessing and Developing PFM Systems

The final module describes and explains Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability (PEFA) using the PEFA Performance Measurement Framework.

Cost: 3495 USD

Duration: 4 Days

Certified in Financial Planning and Analysis - LEORON Professional Development Institute , Jeddah, Manama, Kuwait City, Frankfurt, Dubai, Kuala Lumpur,Dubai,Riyadh,Manama,Kuwait City

Thu, 09 Feb 2017 18:49:02 +04

As organizations around the globe continue to adjust to economic uncertainties, the need for experienced finance professionals in the corporate environment has steadily increased over the past several years. As a result, many firms are seeking the most qualified individuals to analyze trends and manage the financial future of their organization. For individuals who practice financial planning and analysis (FP&A), this unique professional designation will enable them to differentiate themselves within the finance profession and validate their understanding of the complex processes, tools and uniform standards. It will also allow employers to identify the best ;

Cost: 5670 USD

Duration: 5 Days

Financial Management for Project Development - London Training For Excellence , Online

Wed, 11 Jan 2017 11:37:09 +04

Introduction:

This course will provide you with a systematic understanding of financial approaches to Project development and the role of finance and financial institutions. Students will be able to evaluate the merits of the various mechanisms of financing development and to understand the bases for financial policy.

During the course you will develop the skills required for the analysis of Project development, and to understand and develop expertise on Planning and Budgeting, Project Management Basics, Annual reports writing and related economic matters. Additionally, students have the opportunity to study a range of options covering project and programme management, Monitoring, Auditing and Internal Control and development policy.

Objective:

Develop forecasts and monitor and control costs on projects
Appreciate cash-flow and profit and how they are managed
Differentiate between types of costs and costing methods
State the principles of Value Management and Through Life Costing
Assess the economic viability and commercial profitability of projects through investment appraisal
Assess financial stability, profitability by preparing and analysing profit and loss accounts and balance sheets

Cost: 4000 USD

Duration: 5 Days