Basic Business Finance Course | CPD Accredited - UK
Understanding business finance is crucial for making informed financial decisions that drive business success. Whether you are a budding entrepreneur, a small business owner, or an aspiring finance professional, mastering financial principles can significantly improve your ability to manage business operations effectively. Financial literacy is a key driver of success, with 80% of small businesses failing due to poor financial management. Without a solid grasp of cash flow, budgeting, and financial reporting, businesses struggle to remain sustainable and profitable.
This comprehensive business finance course covers everything you need to know to enhance financial stability, optimise profitability, and make data-driven decisions. You will gain in-depth knowledge of financial statements, investment analysis, and performance indicators, allowing you to interpret and manage financial data effectively.
With a strong focus on real-world financial applications, this course will provide practical skills in understanding balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements—the three pillars of financial reporting. You will also explore financial risk management, cost control strategies, and capital investment evaluation, ensuring you can drive financial success in any business environment.
Whether you are looking to strengthen your business finance skills or transition into a finance-related career, this course equips you with the essential financial expertise to succeed in today’s competitive business landscape.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this Basic Business Finance course, you will:
Understand the fundamentals of business finance and financial management.
Identify the key reasons why businesses fail and how to prevent financial pitfalls.
Master balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
Develop skills in financial performance analysis and investment assessment.
Apply core financial principles through practical exercises.
Enhance decision-making by interpreting critical financial indicators.
Why Enrol in This Course?
CPD Accredited – Boost your professional credentials with a recognised certification.
Industry-Relevant Knowledge – Gain expertise in financial analysis, business budgeting, and investment management.
Career Advancement – Acquire skills to secure roles in finance, business, and management.
Flexible Learning – Study at your own pace with lifetime access to comprehensive course materials.
Who is This course for?
Entrepreneurs & Business Owners looking to improve financial decision-making.
Aspiring Finance Professionals seeking foundational financial knowledge.
Managers & Executives responsible for business budgeting and finance.
Students & Graduates aiming to enhance their employability in the finance sector.
Requirements
This course is designed for learners of all backgrounds and does not require prior financial knowledge. You can enrol if you:
Are at least 16 years old.
Have a good understanding of English language and numeracy.
Have access to a computer or smartphone with an internet connection.
Career Path
This course opens doors to various finance-related roles, including:
Finance Assistant – £23,000/year
Business Analyst – £35,000/year
Financial Controller – £55,000/year
Investment Analyst – £50,000/year
Entrepreneur – Unlimited earning potential
Certification
Upon completing the course and passing the final exam, you will receive a CPD QS Accredited Certificate from Apex Learning. This certification demonstrates your qualifications and skills. The Digital version of the certificate is available for £9.99 only, and you can order a hard copy of the certificate for £14.99 only.
Course Curriculum
- 3 sections
- 14 lectures
- 00:00:00 total length
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Module 01: What is Business Finance? 00:06:00 -
Module 02: Why Businesses Fail 00:05:00
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Module 03: The Principles of Business Finance Part 1 00:07:00
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Module 04: The Principles of Business Finance Part 2 00:05:00
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Module 05: The Balance Sheet 00:10:00
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Module 06: The Income Statement 00:04:00
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Module 07: The Cashflow Statement 00:07:00
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Module 08: A Business Finance Exercise 00:06:00
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Module 09: Financial Performance Indicators 00:11:00
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Module 10: Investment Analysis 00:05:00
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Module 11: Investment Analysis Exercise 00:03:00
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Module 12: Key Learning Points in Business Finance 00:06:00
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Assignment – Basic Business Finance 00:00:00
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Claim Your Certificate 00:00:00
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This course includes:
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Duration:1 hour, 15 minutes
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Access:1 year access
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Units:14
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Level:Intermediate
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CPD Points:10
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Certificate:Yes
