Finance for Non-Finance Managers

This program is for mid-senior executives without a formal background in finance and looking to enhance their business acumen, understand the “language of finance", and strengthen financial decision-making.
  • Enhance career progression by adding financial acumen to their leadership skillset.
  • Gain confidence in dealing with financial data and reports.
  • Enhanced decision-making skills backed by financial logic.
  • Tools to align financial goals with strategic objectives
  • Learn to communicate effectively with finance professionals.
  • Develop the ability to contribute to financial discussions in boardrooms and team meetings.

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Dates
Start Date: Sunday, 23 Aug 2026
Register By: 03 Aug 2026
Early Bird Deadline: 25 July 2026
Special Offer Deadline: 23 May 2026

Program Fee
Regular: Rs. 40,000 + GST
Early Bird Fee: Rs. 36,000 + GST
Special Offer Fee: Rs. 32,000 + GST

Duration
Live-Online, 7 weeks
3 hrs /week
Sunday: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm IST

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Program Overview

Finance for Non-Finance Managers is designed to demystify the language of finance and empower business leaders, managers, and professionals from non-financial backgrounds to make better-informed decisions. In today’s complex and competitive environment, financial acumen is not limited to finance professionals—every executive is expected to understand the financial implications of strategic and operational choices.

This program provides participants with a strong foundation in financial concepts, statements, and tools. Through a blend of interactive lectures, real-life case discussions, and practical exercises, participants will learn how to interpret financial information, assess business performance, and engage confidently in financial conversations.

It is designed to help them understand the language of finance, interpret financial data and make strategic decisions. The participants will gain the confidence to engage in financial discussions and drive value across their organizations.

By the end of the program, participants will be able to connect financial metrics with business strategy, enhance cross-functional collaboration, and contribute more effectively to their organization’s growth and profitability.

Here are a couple of articls for further reading – Financial Terminology: 20 Financial Terms to Know and 5 Basic Skills All Managers Should Have

   

INCENTIVE FOR EARLY SIGN ON!

A special 20% discount on the program fee applies to all enrollments made on or before 23 May  2026. Participants have the option to pay the program fee in two easy instalments.

Program Objectives

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

  1. Build a strong understanding of key financial concepts and terminology.
  2. Decode key financial statements and understand their interrelationships
  3. Develop the ability to link financial performance with business strategy.
  4. Empower executives to make financially sound decisions in their respective roles.
  5. Strengthen cross-functional collaboration by fostering financial awareness across teams.
  6. Communicate effectively with finance professionals and stakeholders

Pedagogy

Our learning methodology combines theory with practice to ensure maximum impact:

  • Interactive Lectures – Simplifying complex concepts into practical insights.
  • Case Studies & Real-Life Examples – Learning from actual business scenarios.
  • Hands-On Exercises – Analysing financial statements and ratios, dashboards
  • Group Discussions – Encouraging peer-to-peer learning and cross-industry perspectives.
  • Simulations & Role Plays – Experiencing decision-making with financial implications.

Who is it for?

This program is ideal for professionals and executives without a formal background in finance, including:

  • Managers and team leaders from non-financial functions (HR, Marketing, Operations, IT, R&D, etc.)
  • Professionals aspiring to move from specialized functional areas into senior leadership or general management roles.
  • Entrepreneurs and business owners looking to strengthen financial decision-making.
  • Anyone keen to enhance their business acumen and understand the “language of finance.”

Program Content

Overview of Indian Financial System

  • The big picture of financial markets and institutions
  • Role of finance in business and the economy

Introduction to Finance

  • The big picture of financial markets and institutions
  • Role of finance in business and the economy

Understanding Financial Statements

  • Balance Sheet: Structure and interpretation
  • Income Statement: Profitability and performance
  • Cash Flow Statement: Liquidity and Cash Management

Financial Ratios and Analysis

  • Tools for assessing organizational health
  • Interpreting profitability, liquidity, solvency, and efficiency ratios

Costing & Budgeting

  • Basics of cost analysis and cost behavior
  • Break-even analysis
  • Essentials of budgeting for planning and control

Valuation Concepts

  • Time Value of Money
  • Risk and Return Trade-offs

Investment & Capital Decisions

  • Project evaluation techniques: Payback Period, ROI, NPV, IRR, MIRR
  • Choosing investments for sustainable growth

Working Capital Management

  • Understanding the operating and cash cycle
  • Strategies for optimizing working capital

Capital Budgeting

  • Cost of capital and its components
  • Sources of capital and financing options

Linking Strategy & Finance

  • Translating day-to-day decisions into long-term results
  • Collaborating effectively with finance teams for strategic impact

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Key Takeaways

P1426 - Finance for non-finance executives

Faculty Profile

Subhasish Acharya

Prof. Subhasish Acharya

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) – Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore (Class of 1992-94)

B.E. (Hons.) – Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS), Pilani

Prof. Subhasish Acharya is a seasoned business leader and academician with over three decades of diverse experience spanning banking, insurance, financial services, consumer products, and strategy. His career reflects a unique blend of corporate leadership and academic practice, making him exceptionally positioned to mentor future business leaders. His sessions are known for their strategic depth, industry relevance, and ability to bridge the gap between boardroom decisions and classroom insights.

He currently serves as Professor of Practice – Finance & Strategy at NCU School of Business, where he integrates his rich industry insights with academic frameworks to deliver impactful learning experiences. Subhasish is not just an educator—he is a strategist, mentor, and thought leader who brings the boardroom to the classroom with unmatched clarity and conviction.

Key Leadership Roles Held:

  • Chief Distribution Officer – Future Generali India Life Insurance
  • Head, Proprietary Business – PNB MetLife Life Insurance
  • Zonal Head, Retail Banking – ICICI Bank & Kotak Mahindra Bank
  • Senior Positions in Sales & Marketing – Asian Paints, Madura Coats & Bausch & Lomb

 Areas of Expertise

  • Finance & Strategy
  • Wealth & Insurance advisory
  • Retail Banking & Distribution Strategy
  • Leadership in Indian & Multinational Financial Services Organizations
  • Consumer & Retail Business Development

 Impact & Recognition

  • Mentored mid-career professionals and business students
  • Instrumental in scaling distribution networks across financial services
  • Recognized for driving innovation in retail banking and insurance channels
  • Regular speaker at industry forums and academic conclaves

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Program Schedule

Schedule: Two sessions of 75 minutes each every week on Sunday between 9:30 am and 12:30 pm with a break in between.

The program starts on Sunday, 23 Aug 2026 and would run for 7 weeks.  The program has a total of 14 sessions.

Delivery Mode: Live-Online through Zoom

Application and Enrollment Flow

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The payment and enrollment happen through our enrollment and learning management website – https://lms.labinmotion.com . We offer easy installment plans for all our programs. This can help plan your cash flows. We offer an additional 5% discount on group registrations for 3 or more people from a single organisation. Please email support@labinmotion.com for group registrations, and we will guide you through the enrollment process.

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Contact For Queries

Parthasarathy S
Ph. +91 9110614400
Email: partha@labinmotion.com

 

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