Training Course on Treasury Management and Corporate Finance for Corporate Treasurers

Course Outline

Module 1: The Strategic Role of Treasury

ü  Evolution of Treasury Management

ü  Treasury's Contribution to Corporate Strategy

ü  Treasury Organization and Governance

ü  Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Treasury

ü  Practical Session: Analyzing the strategic alignment of treasury functions within a corporate structure

Module 2: Cash and Liquidity Management

ü  Cash Flow Forecasting Techniques

ü  Optimizing Cash Cycles

ü  Managing Bank Relationships and Account Structures

ü  Short-term Investment Strategies

ü  Practical Session: Developing a cash flow forecast for a hypothetical company

Module 3: Foreign Exchange Risk Management

ü  Types of FX Exposure (Transaction, Translation, Economic)

ü  Hedging Instruments (Forwards, Futures, Options)

ü  Developing an FX Hedging Policy

ü  Measuring and Reporting FX Risk

ü  Practical Session: Calculating and hedging transaction exposure using forward contracts

Module 4: Interest Rate Risk Management

ü  Sources of Interest Rate Risk

ü  Hedging Instruments (Swaps, Caps, Floors, Collars)

ü  Managing Floating vs. Fixed Rate Debt

ü  Impact of Interest Rate Changes on Valuation

ü  Practical Session: Structuring an interest rate swap to manage exposure

Module 5: Capital Structure and Cost of Capital

ü  Theories of Capital Structure (MM, Trade-off, Pecking Order)

ü  Calculating the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)

ü  Factors Influencing Capital Structure Decisions

ü  Optimal Capital Structure and Firm Value

ü  Practical Session: Calculating WACC for a given company and analyzing its capital structure

Module 6: Debt Financing Strategies

ü  Types of Debt Instruments (Bonds, Loans, Commercial Paper)

ü  Syndicated Loans and Covenants

ü  Debt Ratings and Their Impact

ü  Managing Debt Maturity and Repayment Schedules

ü  Practical Session: Evaluating different debt financing options for a capital project

Module 7: Working Capital Management

ü  Managing Accounts Receivable and Payable

ü  Inventory Management Best Practices

ü  Working Capital Ratios and Analysis

ü  Supply Chain Finance

ü  Practical Session: Analyzing and improving working capital cycles for a manufacturing company

Module 8: Corporate Valuation

ü  Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Valuation

ü  Relative Valuation (Multiples Analysis)

ü  Adjusted Present Value (APV)

ü  Valuation in Different Contexts (M&A, IPOs)

ü  Practical Session: Performing a basic DCF valuation of a business unit

Module 9: Mergers and Acquisitions

ü  M&A Process and Strategic Rationale

ü  Valuation in M&A Transactions

ü  Financing M&A Deals

ü  Post-Merger Integration Challenges

ü  Practical Session: Analyzing the financial implications of a hypothetical merger

Module 10: Treasury Technology and Innovation

ü  Treasury Management Systems (TMS)

ü  Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in Treasury

ü  Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)

ü  Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in Finance

ü  Practical Session: Exploring the functionalities of a modern TMS through a simulated scenario

About Our Trainers

Our trainers are seasoned finance professionals with extensive practical experience in corporate treasury, corporate finance, and risk management across various industries. They hold advanced degrees in finance and business and possess relevant certifications such as the Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). Their deep industry knowledge, coupled with their strong pedagogical skills, ensures that participants receive both theoretical insights and practical applications. They have a proven track record of delivering engaging and impactful training programs, making complex financial concepts accessible and relevant.

Quality Statement

We are committed to delivering high-quality training programs that provide tangible value to our participants and their organizations. Our courses are meticulously designed, continuously updated with the latest industry trends and best practices, and delivered by expert trainers. We strive to create an interactive and supportive learning environment that fosters knowledge acquisition, skill development, and professional growth.

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

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free
2. 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.
3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.
4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.
5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.

Or call us on +254720272325 / +254737296202

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:

1. 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.
2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.
3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.
2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.
3. 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.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202