On the first day of our program, we delve into analyzing a company's financial performance through the lens of financial statements. This comprehensive analysis begins with an in-depth understanding of the business's nature, followed by a thorough examination of financial statements and the reporting cycle. Participants will learn how to extract and interpret vital information from these financial statements, which is crucial for informed decision-making.

• Exploring the Nature of Business: Focusing on Stakeholder Satisfaction
• Comprehensive Overview of Financial Statements
• Techniques for Effective Financial Statement Analysis
• Deciphering Profitability through Costing Perspectives

Instructor:
David Derichs, Aalto University School of Business

On the second day, our focus shifts to the foundational concepts of business case analysis, emphasizing the critical aspect of the time value of money. Participants will delve into the logic of business case analysis through the lens of capital budgeting. This includes a deep dive into various capital budgeting concepts essential for making informed financial decisions.

• Understanding the Time Value of Money: A Foundational Concept in Business Case Analysis
• Exploring the Logic of Business Case Analysis via Capital Budgeting
• Comprehensive Insight into Capital Budgeting Concepts
• Addressing Risk and Uncertainty in Capital Budgeting: Concepts and Practical Tools

Instructor:
David Derichs, Aalto University School of Business

On the third day, our program pivots to the crucial topic of performance management. This segment begins with an introduction to performance management, setting the stage for a deeper exploration into how this discipline intersects with business strategy and operations.

• Introducing Performance Management: Foundations and Importance
• Strategy Implementation: Aligning Goals and Performance
• Financial Performance Management: Metrics, Analysis and Alignment
• Non-Financial Performance Management: Beyond the Financial Figures

Instructor:
David Derichs, Aalto University School of Business