The Essentials of Business Finance

An on demand finance training course, exclusive to TrustMark Registered Businesses

Introduction

We appreciate that being a business owner doesn't automatically make you a finance expert. There are some real challenges that can make people feel uncomfortable looking at and talking about business finances, especially the use of jargon and terminology.

When you're running a business or team, you need to be able to make confident decisions and not be held back by unfamiliar terms. Our course can help you overcome these challenges and gain the financial knowledge you need to succeed.

What does the Training Cover?

The course is accessed online and is what we call self-paced - you can go at your own speed whenever is convenient for you.

Once you are set up you will have access to the training for 12 months from any Internet-enabled device - PC, Laptop, Tablet or Phone.

The training has been specifically designed for business owners like yourself, is easy to use and is accredited by the CPD standards board as a mark of quality.

We cover:

Business structure options and what that means for your finances
The basics of accounts and accounting - why you will be asked for certain bits of information
How to understand accounts
Simple tools to help you keep track

TrustMark Registered Businesses have access to an exclusive price of £49+VAT (Standard price is £199+VAT).

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Top Tips for Managing Your Finances

During a survey of our Registered Businesses, 46% of respondents said that training would be a valuable resource as part of their membership. We are working with Martin Mellor at Mellor Financial Training to offer top tips for managing your finances.

We sat down with Martin for a 30-minute webinar, with 15 minutes for questions. Geared towards “Finance for Non-Finance Managers” and is free for all.

What can you expect from our webinar? Martin answered the following questions:

I’m too busy working to keep track of finances – what can I do?
What options are there to get help with managing finances?
What are the key timings I need to be aware of?
I’ve got an accountant, but I can’t understand what they are talking about
What are 3 things I could do tomorrow to help me manage my finances
I’m just starting out what do I need to know
Someone suggested I start a company – what does that mean?

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On-Demand Training

The course covers a comprehensive range of essential topics for understanding and effectively managing finance. We delve into the three major accounting statements: the Profit & Loss, the Balance Sheet, and the Cash Flow statement. You will gain a deeper understanding of how these statements are constructed and the principles underpinning them. This knowledge is invaluable for assessing the financial health of your business and making informed decisions.

One of the key insights we explore is the distinction between cash and profit. Understanding why cash is different from profit is essential for sound financial management. Our course equips you with the knowledge to navigate and leverage this distinction to your advantage.

Central to our approach is helping delegates understand the construction of accounts, the subjectivity involved, and how to interpret the information they present. By grasping these concepts, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the financial landscape and be able to make sound financial decisions.

Interpreting and analysing financial information is a crucial skill developed in our course. We provide practical guidance on making sense of financial reports, enabling you to identify key insights and trends. This empowers you to make informed strategic choices and drive the success of your business or achieve the next rung on your career ladder.

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Who is Mellor Financial Training?

They are specialist providers of Finance Training - Their courses are aimed at businesspeople like you, who don’t have a financial qualification and are designed to make what often confuses people relatable and understandable.

They work with a whole host of organisations of all shapes and sizes and use a range of real-world examples and exercises to help bring what can otherwise be a dry subject to life.

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