This course provides an in-depth understanding of treasury management and cash flow forecasting, equipping participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to optimize liquidity, manage risks, and enhance financial decision-making. Through case studies, hands-on exercises, and discussions, participants will learn how to create accurate forecasts, manage cash efficiently, and implement treasury strategies that align with business objectives.
•Understanding Treasury Management: Role, objectives, and key functions •The Cash Flow Cycle: Sources and uses of cash in an organization •Importance of Effective Cash Flow Management: Impact on liquidity and working capital •Key Treasury and Cash Management Metrics •Overview of Treasury Policies and Internal Controls •Case Study: Treasury challenges and solutions in different industries
•Principles of Cash Flow Forecasting •Short-term vs. Long-term Cash Flow Forecasting •Direct and Indirect Forecasting Methods •Data Sources and Assumptions for Forecast Accuracy •Technology and Automation in Cash Flow Forecasting •Workshop: Building a practical cash flow forecast model
•Working Capital Optimization: Strategies and Key Ratios •Liquidity Planning and Funding Strategies •Managing Cash Reserves and Surplus Funds •Banking Relationships and Payment Systems •Regulatory Considerations in Treasury Operations •Case Study: Real-world examples of liquidity crisis managemen
•Identifying Treasury and Financial Risks: Liquidity, credit, interest rate, and FX risks •Hedging Strategies for Managing Treasury Risks •Tools for Foreign Exchange and Interest Rate Risk Management •Fraud Prevention and Cybersecurity in Treasury •Using Derivatives in Cash Flow Risk Management •Exercise: Developing a risk mitigation strategy for a multinational company
•Treasury and Cash Flow Forecasting in a Digital Economy •Blockchain, AI, and Fintech Innovations in Treasury Management •Sustainable Finance and ESG Considerations in Treasury •Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Treasury Success •Building an Agile Treasury Function for Business Growth •Final Group Exercise: Designing a comprehensive treasury management strategy
Treasury professionals and cash managers
Finance managers and corporate controllers
CFOs and financial decision-makers
Bankers and financial consultants
Accountants and auditors involved in cash flow management
Risk and investment analysts