Introduction
The responsibility for leading finance and accounting is more than managing numbers; it’s about driving strategic decisions, supporting innovation, and leading teams. Due to technological advancements, regulatory changes, and increased stakeholder expectations, finance and accounting leaders need to be able to successfully handle these challenges while inspiring their teams to succeed. This course is designed to empower finance professionals with the leadership skills necessary to lead their departments effectively, influence key business decisions, and contribute to the overall success of their organizations.
Course Outline
- Module 1
- Module 2
- Module 3
- Module 4
- Module 5
- Course Objectives
- Target Audience
Introduction
- Competencies and the roles of finance leaders.
- A crossroads of finance, leadership, and strategy.
- Aligning financial strategies with business objectives.
- Leadership styles and their impact on finance teams.
- The role of emotional intelligence in leadership.
Strategic Financial Leadership
- The role of financial planning in strategic decision.
- Methods for evaluating capital investments.
- Trade-offs: risk, return, and strategic objectives.
- The role of finance leaders in ERM.
- Digital transformation and finance function.
Financial Reporting, Compliance, & Governances
- The role of finance leaders in:
- – Financial reporting and disclosure.
- – Corporate governance and accountability.
- – CSR and sustainability initiatives.
- Techniques for finance leaders to:
- – Ensuring transparency in financial reporting.
- – Ensuring compliance with governance and regulations.
- – Leading internal control and audits.
Stakeholder Management
- Roles of finance leaders in:
- – Stakeholder engagement and relationship building.
- – Board reporting and governance.
- – Shaping business outcomes through negotiation.
- Techniques for finance leaders to:
- – Managing relationships with key stakeholders.
- – collaborations with cross functional teams.
- – Communicating with boards and senior management.
Leadership & Organizational Change
- Developing finance leaders.
- Driving change and innovation.
- Talent management.
- Leadership development.
- Supporting accountability, innovation, and excellence.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Explore the key principles of effective leadership in the finance and accounting functions.
- Develop decision-making skills that align financial management with business objectives.
- Enhance abilities in leading and managing high-performing teams within finance departments
- Be able to manage financial reporting, compliance, and risk in transparent manner.
- Support innovation and adaptability in financial practices to adapt to dynamic market conditions.
- Master communication strategies to convey financial information and influence stakeholders.
- Lead with trust, motivate teams, and lead organizational change.
This course is ideal for:
- Chief Financial Officers (CFOs).
- Finance directors and managers.
- Accounting managers.
- Senior accountants.
- Auditors and internal control managers.
- Financial analysts and planning managers.
- Risk and compliance officers.
- Corporate treasurers.
Course Schedule & Fees
- Kuala Lumpur
- Singapore
- Amsterdam
- Online
- Course Fees
This course will take place in Kuala Lumpur on the following dates:
| 26/05/2025 | 09/06/2025 | 23/06/2025 | 07/07/2025 |
| 21/07/2025 | 04/08/2025 | 18/08/2025 | 01/09/2025 |
| 15/09/2025 | 29/09/2025 | 13/10/2025 | 27/10/2025 |
| 10/11/2025 | 24/11/2025 | 08/12/2025 | 22/12/2025 |
| 05/01/2026 | 19/01/2026 | 02/02/2026 | 16/02/2026 |
This course will take place in Singapore on the following dates:
| 19/05/2025 | 09/06/2025 | 30/06/2025 | 21/07/2025 |
| 11/08/2025 | 01/09/2025 | 22/09/2025 | 13/10/2025 |
| 03/11/2025 | 15/12/2025 | 05/01/2026 | 26/01/2026 |
| 16/02/2026 |
This course will take place in Amsterdam on the following dates:
| 26/05/2025 | 16/06/2025 | 07/07/2025 | 28/07/2025 |
| 18/08/2025 | 08/09/2025 | 29/09/2025 | 20/10/2025 |
| 10/11/2025 | 01/12/2025 | 22/12/2025 | 12/01/2026 |
| 02/02/2026 | 23/02/2026 |
This course will take place Online the following dates:
| 20/05/2025 | 17/06/2025 | 15/07/2025 | 12/08/2025 |
| 09/09/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 04/11/2025 | 02/12/2025 |
| 30/12/2025 | 27/01/2026 | 24/02/2026 |
| Kuala Lumpur | Singapore | Amsterdam | Online |
| USD$ 3,580 | USD$ 5,600 | USD$ 5,600 | USD$ 1,920 |
