Postgraduate Certificate in Financial Management

Program Days:

Live Online

  • May 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 26, 28, 30, 2025
  • June 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27, 30, 2025
  • July 2, 2025
  • 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM

Face-to-Face On-campus

  • July 4, 2025
  • 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
    (GMT+08) on all dates

PROGRAM FEE
PHP 85,990.00 or USD 1,564.00*
*The prevailing exchange rate at the date of payment may apply.

Let us know if you are interested in availing of early bird/group discount or discuss payment terms.

 

Program Overview

Finance is the universal language of business. It is the tool that allows business leaders to communicate value, assess risks and opportunities, and make informed decisions. With the global pandemic disrupting supply chains, consumer behavior, intense business competition, and changing workforce preferences, business leaders must learn this evolving language that lets them navigate financial complexities and strategically maneuver the business through unforeseen challenges. 

The Postgraduate Certificate in Financial Management provides a solid foundation in financial governance, economic analysis, strategic financial leadership, and risk management. Advanced financial topics such as derivatives and enterprise-wide risk management further augment participants’ skill sets in assessing business opportunities and potential threats. The program also allows participants to develop robust business turnaround strategies for post-pandemic realities, restoring businesses in financial distress to their former financial health, stability, and growth trajectory. 

This program caters to a diverse range of professionals, including financial experts seeking to solidify their knowledge across the discipline and non-financial executives who must develop financial acumen to complement their functional line of specialization. It places a strong emphasis on fostering a shared understanding of the finance function for all leaders, regardless of background or role. 

The comprehensive approach to mastering the language of business transforms professionals into capable financial leaders who make strategic decisions, improve profitability, mitigate risks, and identify business growth opportunities. 

Program Objectives
  • Enhance strategic leadership: Deepen understanding of corporate strategy, innovation, and data analysis. Develop the ability to lead change, execute plans effectively, and navigate complex business environments. 
  • Develop a robust financial turnaround strategy: Craft an integrated recovery plan encompassing business strategy, operations, and financing to ensure successful business restructuring and turnaround. 
  • Become a financial management expert: Master financial instruments like derivatives to effectively manage market risks, identify hedging opportunities, and make prudent investment decisions. 
  • Master enterprise risk management: Employ a comprehensive framework to identify, analyze, and mitigate risks across the organization, leading to informed decision-making under uncertainty. 
  • Embrace a holistic financial management perspective: Develop critical thinking skills by viewing businesses as interconnected systems. Utilize a Shift of Mind approach to identify breakthrough solutions for business challenges. 
What You Will Learn
  • Financial Management Strategy 
  • Working Capital Management 
  • Short-term and Long-term Financial Decisions 
  • Tax, Audit, and Management Controls 
  • Turnaround Crisis Management Expertise 
  • Data-Driven Turnaround Plan Development 
  • Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework Mastery 
  • Risk Profiling and Mitigation Strategies 
  • Financial Derivatives Expertise 
  • Hedging with Options for Investment and Risk Management 
  • Value Investing Techniques 
  • Global Portfolio Risk Management 

Day 1  – Financial Management Strategy 

Day 2Stopping the Bleeding 

Day 3Making the Plan: Strategy 

Day 4 Making the Plan: What is your cash 

Day 5 – Making the Plan: Putting it all together 

Day 6Tweaking the Plan: Stakeholder concerns

Day 7- Risks and Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Framework, and the Role of the Chief Risk Officer (CRO)

Day 8 – Strategy building and the Objective-risk Matrix

Day 9 Managing Operational, Financial, Strategic, Regulatory, and Reputational Risks 

Day 10 Managing Operational, Financial, Strategic, Regulatory, and Hazard Risks

Day 11 Risk Management Plan (RMP) Lecture

Day 12Risk Management Plan (RMP) Presentation

Day 13Treasury and Cash Management

Day 14Short-term and long-term Bank Financing

Day 15IPO and Capital Markets

Day 16 – Accounts Receivable Management

Day 17Inventory Management and Control

Day 18 Fixed Asset and Capital Budgeting

Day 19 Tax Management 

Day 20Audit and Internal Control 

Day 21  –Introduction to Foreign Exchange Derivatives 

Day 22  –Exotic Options and their applications 

Day 23 Used cases of Options 

Day 24 – Value Investing in Equities 

Day 25 – Use of Derivatives and Risk Management 

 

 

Key Benefits
  • Turnaround Strategist’s Blueprint: Forge the foundation for successful business turnarounds with a comprehensive plan, preventing future financial hardship. 
  • Risk Management Champion’s Arsenal: Master Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks and financial derivatives to become a champion for proactive risk management, maximizing organizational value. 
  • Data-Driven Leader’s Edge: Sharpen strategic thinking, decision-making, and business analysis skills, as a trusted advisor who guides sustainable growth through data analytics. 
  • Investment Navigator’s Compass: Gain an in-depth understanding of derivatives and value investing, equipping you with a compass for informed financial decisions and confident market navigation. 
Who Should Attend

This program benefits a wide range of professionals who are keen on elevating their financial acumen. CEOs, CFOs, C-Suite Leaders, finance professionals, and risk & compliance specialists can hone leadership, risk management, and data-driven decision-making skills. Business owners and entrepreneurs will gain valuable insights into financial planning, investment techniques, and the complexities of international trade.