Financial Forecasting and Planning
Take charge of strategic finance and FP&A functions
Financial Statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement)
Key financial documents that provide a comprehensive overview of a company's financial health
Budgeting and Forecasting
Planning and predicting future financial outcomes based on historical data and market trends
Equity Financing vs. Debt Financing
Exploring the differences between raising capital through equity and borrowing funds through debt
Financial Metrics and KPIs
Essential indicators for measuring and tracking financial performance
Profit Margins and Breakeven Analysis
Determining profitability and the point where revenue covers costs
Valuation Methods Used by VCs
Techniques venture capitalists use to assess the value of startups and growth-stage companies
CapEx vs. OpEx Planning
Differentiating between capital expenditures and operating expenses in financial planning
Financial Projections
Estimating future financial performance, including revenue, expenses, and growth
Cash Flow Management
Strategies for managing the inflow and outflow of cash to ensure liquidity
Revenue Models
Exploration of different models for generating income in a business
Financial Audits and Reviews
Processes for evaluating the accuracy and completeness of financial records
Budgeting for Marketing and Sales
Allocating financial resources effectively to support marketing and sales activities
Identifying Key Growth Drivers
Pinpointing factors that significantly contribute to business growth
Importance of Net Promoter Scores
Understanding the value of customer loyalty and advocacy through NPS
Pitch Deck Metrics
Key metrics and data points to include in a startup's pitch deck for investors
Customer Satisfaction Metrics
Analyzing the rate at which customers stop using a product or service
Financial Margins for Startups
Understanding and managing profit margins in early-stage companies
