📈 Strategic Cash Management and Financial Forecasting Course: Advanced Modelling and Optimization Techniques

Module 1: Foundations of Corporate Treasury and Liquidity Management

ü  Role of Treasury in Corporate Finance

ü  Defining Liquidity, Solvency, and Working Capital

ü  Objectives of Effective Cash Management Modelling Training

ü  Understanding the Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC)

ü  Practical Session: Calculating and Interpreting the Cash Conversion Cycle for a Sample Company

Module 2: The Structure and Analysis of Cash Flows

ü  Review of the Statement of Cash Flows (Operating, Investing, Financing)

ü  Direct vs. Indirect Method for Cash Flow Reporting

ü  Identifying Key Drivers of Cash Inflows and Outflows

ü  Historical Cash Flow Analysis and Trend Identification

ü  Practical Session: Reconciling Net Income to Operating Cash Flow

Module 3: Short-Term Cash Management Modelling (Daily and Weekly)

ü  Developing the Daily Cash Position and Reconciliation

ü  Principles of the 13-Week Cash Flow Forecast Model

ü  Integrating Account Activity and Float Management

ü  Techniques for Improving Forecast Accuracy

ü  Practical Session: Developing a Dynamic 13-Week Cash Flow Forecast Model

Module 4: Long-Term Cash Management Modelling and Forecasting (Monthly/Quarterly)

ü  Linking Cash Forecasts to Operating Budgets and Strategic Plans

ü  Percentage of Sales Method for Long-Term Forecasting

ü  Assumptions Management and Driver-Based Modelling

ü  Integrating Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) into Long-Term Forecasts

ü  Practical Session: Building a 12-Month Rolling Cash Forecast

Module 5: Quantitative Models for Optimal Cash Balances

ü  Introduction to the Baumol Model for Inventory-Like Cash

ü  Application of the Miller-Orr Model for Optimal Cash Range

ü  Cash Management Modelling Courses for Uncertainty (Probability Distributions)

ü  Determining Minimum and Target Cash Balances

ü  Practical Session: Applying the Miller-Orr Model to Determine Optimal Cash Range

Module 6: Accounts Receivable Management and Optimization

ü  Analyzing Accounts Receivable Aging and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)

ü  Strategies for Expediting Cash Collections (Lockbox, Electronic Payments)

ü  Credit Policy Management and Risk Assessment

ü  Factoring, Securitization, and Receivables Financing

ü  Practical Session: Performing DSO Analysis and Benchmarking

Module 7: Accounts Payable Management and Supply Chain Finance

ü  Optimizing Disbursement Timing and Payment Methods

ü  Managing Days Payable Outstanding (DPO) and Trade Credit

ü  Utilizing Commercial Cards and Electronic Fund Transfers (EFT)

ü  Introduction to Supply Chain Finance (Reverse Factoring)

ü  Practical Session: Developing an Optimized Disbursement Strategy

Module 8: Inventory Management and its Impact on Cash Flow

ü  Inventory Valuation Methods and their Effect on Cash

ü  Analyzing Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO)

ü  Just-In-Time (JIT) vs. Safety Stock Strategies

ü  Coordinating Inventory Levels with Cash Flow Needs

ü  Practical Session: Assessing the Impact of Inventory Policy Changes on the CCC

Module 9: Working Capital Metrics and Benchmarking

ü  Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Working Capital Management

ü  Benchmarking Performance Against Industry Peers

ü  Cash Flow Return on Investment (CFROI)

ü  Monitoring and Reporting Working Capital Efficiency

ü  Practical Session: Calculating and Interpreting Core Working Capital Ratios

Module 10: Scenario Planning, Sensitivity, and Variance Analysis

ü  Developing Best Case, Worst Case, and Base Case Scenarios

ü  Stress Testing Cash Management Modelling Assumptions

ü  Conducting Sensitivity Analysis (e.g., impact of delayed payments)

ü  Variance Analysis: Comparing Actual vs. Forecasted Cash Flows

ü  Practical Session: Implementing Sensitivity Analysis on Key Forecast Drivers

Module 11: Cash Management Modelling Courses for Multicurrency Operations (FX Risk)

ü  Understanding Transaction, Translation, and Economic FX Exposure

ü  Forecasting Foreign Currency Cash Flows

ü  Hedging Strategies (Forwards, Options) for FX Risk Mitigation

ü  Internal Hedging Techniques (Netting, Leading/Lagging)

ü  Practical Session: Calculating and Hedging a Foreign Currency Exposure

Module 12: Financial Instruments and Short-Term Investment Strategies

ü  Overview of Short-Term Investment Vehicles (T-Bills, Commercial Paper, CDs)

ü  Investment Policy Development and Risk Tolerance

ü  Liquidity, Safety, and Yield Trade-Offs

ü  Managing Portfolio Returns and Reporting

ü  Practical Session: Evaluating Short-Term Investment Options Based on Risk Profile

Module 13: Corporate Banking Relationships and Services

ü  Evaluating Bank Services and Fee Structures

ü  Request for Proposal (RFP) Process for Banking Services

ü  Cash Concentration (Zero Balance Accounts) and Pooling

ü  Cross-Border Cash Management Modelling Training Structures

ü  Practical Session: Evaluating a Commercial Bank Fee Proposal

Module 14: Treasury Technology, Cash Visibility, and Automated Systems

ü  Role of Treasury Management Systems (TMS)

ü  Integrating Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and TMS

ü  Straight-Through Processing (STP) and Payment Automation

ü  Enhancing Global Cash Visibility and Control

ü  Practical Session: Reviewing the Functional Requirements for a TMS Implementation

Module 15: Risk Management: Interest Rate and Counterparty Risk

ü  Managing Interest Rate Risk on Debt and Investments

ü  Hedging Tools for Interest Rate Exposure (Swaps, Caps)

ü  Assessing Counterparty Credit Risk (Banks and Investment Institutions)

ü  Diversification Strategies for Risk Mitigation

ü  Practical Session: Analyzing the Creditworthiness of a Potential Counterparty

Module 16: Capital Budgeting and Strategic Cash Allocation

ü  Linking Cash Flow to Long-Term Investment Decisions

ü  Using Net Present Value (NPV) and Internal Rate of Return (IRR)

ü  Dividend Policy and Share Repurchases

ü  Funding Decisions (Debt vs. Equity)

ü  Practical Session: Assessing the Cash Flow Impact of a Major Capital Investment

Module 17: Liquidity Stress Testing and Crisis Management

ü  Designing Liquidity Stress Scenarios (e.g., credit crunch, major operational failure)

ü  Developing Contingency Funding Plans (CFP)

ü  Key Indicators for Early Warning of Liquidity Distress

ü  Managing Communication During a Liquidity Crisis

ü  Practical Session: Simulating a Liquidity Stress Test Scenario

Module 18: Performance Measurement and Treasury Reporting

ü  Key Metrics for Evaluating Treasury Performance

ü  Developing Comprehensive Treasury Dashboards and Reports

ü  Ensuring Compliance and Internal Controls

ü  Presenting Cash Management Modelling Insights to Senior Management

ü  Practical Session: Designing a Treasury KPI Dashboard

About Our Trainers

Our trainers are seasoned finance professionals, holding certifications such as CFA and Certified Treasury Professional (CTP), with an average of 18+ years of experience in corporate treasury, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and investment banking. They have managed global cash positions for Fortune 500 companies and specialize in the design and audit of complex cash management modelling courses. Their expertise ensures that participants receive technical, practical, and strategic insights directly applicable to high-level corporate financial management.

Quality Statement

Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training is committed to delivering a superior Cash Management Modelling Training. Our curriculum is rigorously updated to reflect the latest global financial regulations (e.g., Basel III, IFRS) and emerging treasury technology. We emphasize a quantitative, hands-on approach, utilizing advanced case studies and professional modelling techniques to ensure participants master the skills required to drive liquidity efficiency and financial stability in any organization.

Tailor-Made Courses

We understand that every organization has unique challenges and opportunities as well as unique training needs. Phoenix Training Center offers tailor-made courses designed to address specific requirements and challenges faced by your team or organization. Whether you need a customized curriculum, a specific duration, or on-site delivery, we can adapt our expertise to provide a training solution that perfectly aligns with your objectives.

We can customize this Course to focus on your industry, specific risk profile, or internal stakeholder dynamics. Contact us to discuss how we can create a bespoke training program that maximizes value and impact for your team. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com

Admission Criteria

ü  Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

ü  Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

ü  Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

ü  What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ü  Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

ü  Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

Booking for Training

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Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

ü  Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

ü  Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

ü  Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

ü  Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

ü  Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

ü  No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

For physical training attendees, we can assist with recommendations for accommodation near the training venue. Airport pick-up services can also be arranged upon request to ensure a smooth arrival. Please inform us of your travel details in advance if you require these services. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202