An Intensive 5-day Training Course

The Oxford 5-Day MBA in Finance

Essential Skills to Drive the Business Forward

INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

In the modern business landscape, financial literacy is not just the domain of finance professionalism, it is critical competency for all decision-makers. Whether analyzing performance metrics, allocating resources, assessing investment opportunities, or navigating funding options, a deep understanding of financial principles is essential for effective leadership.

The Oxford 5-Day MBA in Finance training course is tailored for non-financial professionals who are required to engage in financial decision-making within their organizations. This training course provides a comprehensive foundation in corporate finance as practiced by leading global firms, bridging the gap between operational management and strategic financial thinking.

Delivered with a strong real-world focus, this training course emphasizes practical tools and contemporary market insights, empowering participants to navigate financial data with confidence and contribute more meaningfully to organizational strategy.

This Oxford 5-Day MBA in Finance training course will highlight:

  • In-depth, MBA-level coverage of key financial topics
  • A practical, real-world approach using up-to-date market data
  • Hands-on learning with spreadsheet-based financial modeling
  • Focus on risk management and investment appraisal
  • Integration of current trends and developments in global finance

COURSE DETAILS

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OBJECTIVES

By the end of this Oxford 5-Day MBA in Finance training course, participants will be able to:

  • Determine the appropriate discount rates for investment evaluation
  • Assess the merits and limitations of various financing options
  • Formulate effective dividend and capital structure policies
  • Identify relevant financial data and trends for performance analysis
  • Understand the fundamentals of risk management and available hedging instruments
  • Appreciate the significance of correlation in managing portfolio risk
  • Interpret financial statements and extract meaningful insights for decision-making
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TRAINING METHODOLOGY

Using a combination of lectures, group exercises and individual exercises with practical applications, the delegates will gain both a theoretical and practical knowledge of the topics covered. The emphasis is on the real world and as a result delegates will return to the workplace with both the ability and the confidence to apply the techniques learned.

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ORGANISATIONAL IMPACT

Organizations that nominate delegates to this Oxford 5-Day MBA in Finance training course will benefit through:

  • Enhanced decision-making capabilities across non-financial departments
  • Improved understanding of financial drivers that influence business success
  • Strengthened internal collaboration between financial and operational teams
  • Up-to-date financial knowledge aligned with global best practices
  • Improved risk analysis and management in investment planning
  • Greater alignment of financial analysis with strategic business goals
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PERSONAL IMPACT

Participants will leave this Oxford 5-Day MBA in Finance training course equipped with:

  • Confidence to contribute to high-level financial discussions
  • Practical skills in evaluating financial data and investment opportunities
  • Understanding of the strategic role of finance in value creation
  • Knowledge of asset classes, cost of capital, and risk-adjusted returns
  • Familiarity with the structure and interpretation of financial reports
  • The ability to identify and manage financial risks effectively
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • High Level Managers integral to the decision-making process
  • Non-Financial Business Professionals managing who have been promoted to financial positions
  • Financial Professionals wanting an update or a “refresher” of their knowledge
  • Junior Managers working in the finance area

DAILY AGENDA

Day 1: An Introduction to the Financial Markets
  • An Introduction to the Equity Markets
    • IPO
    • Market Indices
    • International Equity Market Links
  • An Introduction to Bond Markets
    • Long Term vs. Short Term
    • Treasury vs. Corporate
    • Types of Bond
  • An Introduction to the FX Market
    • The Spot and Forward Market
    • Exchange Rate Trends and Linkages
    • Carry Trades
  • An Introduction to the Derivatives Market
    • Futures
    • Options
  • The Link between Risk and Return
Day 2: Evaluating Investment Opportunities
  • The Markowitz Model of Portfolio Risk
  • The Capital Asset Pricing Model
    • A Practical Application of the CAPM to a Range of Companies
  • The Time Value of Money and Discounted Cash Flow Techniques
  • The Gordon Growth Model
    • A Practical Application of Forecasting Dividends
  • Determining the Cost of Debt
  • The Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)
  • Investment Appraisal using the Net Present Value Approach
    • The Importance of the Cost of Capital
    • Scenario Analysis
  • Payback and Adjusted Payback
  • The Internal Rate of Return (IRR) Approach
    • A Practical Application of the IRR Approach
    • Pitfalls in using the IRR Approach
  • Real Options
Day 3: A Walk through an Annual Report
  • The Balance Sheet
  • The Income Statement
  • The Cash Flow Statement
  • Ratio Analysis
  • A Practical Application of Ratio Analysis
  • Forecasting Sales
    • The Cost of Sales Approach
Day 4: The Corporate Financing Decision
  • Financial Leverage
    • Modiglianni and Millers Theory of Capital Structure
    • The Risk of Bankruptcy
    • The Optimal Capital Structure
  • The Dividend Decision
    • The Clientele Effect
    • The Taxation Effect
  • The Principal Agent Problem
  • The Market for Corporate Control
Day 5: Risk Management
  • Hedging Exchange Rate Risk Using
    • The Forward Market
    • The Options Market
    • Zero Cost Collars
  • Hedging Commodity Price Risk Using
    • Options
    • Futures
  • Practical Application of Airlines Hedging Fuel Price Risk - The Importance of Correlation
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Certificate

On successful completion of this training course, KC ACademy Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.

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