Treasury and Cash Flow Management Course

Course Introduction

Treasury and Cash Flow Management Course is designed to equip finance professionals, accountants, and corporate managers with advanced skills in managing liquidity, optimizing cash resources, and ensuring financial stability within organizations. The course provides practical and strategic tools to manage cash flows efficiently and support sustainable financial operations.

The course introduces core treasury management principles, including cash management, liquidity planning, working capital optimization, and short-term financing strategies. Participants will learn how treasury functions support organizational resilience by ensuring that funds are available when needed while minimizing idle cash and financial risks.

A strong focus is placed on cash flow forecasting and analysis, enabling participants to anticipate cash inflows and outflows with accuracy. The training covers techniques for preparing cash flow statements, forecasting liquidity gaps, and developing strategies to maintain optimal cash balances in dynamic business environments.

The course also emphasizes banking relationships, investment of surplus funds, and financing decisions. Participants will understand how to manage relationships with financial institutions, evaluate short-term investment opportunities, and make informed decisions on borrowing and funding strategies.

Risk management in treasury operations is a key component of the course. Participants will explore interest rate risk, currency risk, credit risk, and liquidity risk, along with hedging techniques and internal controls to safeguard organizational financial resources.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to effectively manage cash flow cycles, optimize liquidity, and support strategic financial decision-making that strengthens organizational financial health and sustainability.

Duration
5 Days

Who Should Attend

• Finance Managers and Treasury Officers
• Accountants and Financial Controllers
• Cashiers and Finance Assistants
• Corporate Finance Professionals
• Banking and Investment Officers
• NGO and Development Finance Staff
• Public Sector Treasury Officers
• Risk and Compliance Officers
• Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
• Procurement and Operations Managers
• Financial Analysts and Advisors
• Project and Program Managers

Course Objectives

• Develop comprehensive understanding of treasury management principles and cash flow control systems effectively.
• Strengthen ability to manage liquidity and working capital in organizational settings efficiently.
• Build expertise in cash flow forecasting and financial planning for operational stability effectively.
• Enhance skills in preparing and analyzing cash flow statements accurately and systematically.
• Equip participants with tools for optimizing short-term financing and investment decisions effectively.
• Strengthen capacity to manage banking relationships and financial negotiations successfully.
• Improve understanding of financial risk management in treasury operations effectively.
• Develop skills in hedging interest rate, currency, and liquidity risks efficiently.
• Enable participants to ensure financial stability through effective cash management systems successfully.
• Strengthen ability to support strategic financial decision-making through treasury functions effectively.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Treasury Management

• Understanding roles and responsibilities of treasury management in organizations effectively
• Exploring functions of cash and liquidity management systems
• Identifying key treasury operations and financial control mechanisms
• Understanding importance of treasury in organizational financial stability

Module 2: Cash Flow Fundamentals

• Understanding cash flow cycles and their impact on business operations effectively
• Differentiating operating, investing, and financing cash flows
• Preparing basic cash flow statements for organizational reporting
• Strengthening understanding of liquidity movement within organizations

Module 3: Cash Flow Forecasting Techniques

• Developing short-term and long-term cash flow forecasts effectively
• Using historical data for predicting cash inflows and outflows
• Applying forecasting models for liquidity planning and control
• Enhancing accuracy in financial forecasting processes

Module 4: Working Capital Management

• Understanding components of working capital and liquidity requirements effectively
• Managing receivables, payables, and inventory for cash optimization
• Improving efficiency in working capital cycles
• Strengthening liquidity position through operational improvements

Module 5: Liquidity Management Strategies

• Ensuring optimal cash balances for organizational operations effectively
• Managing liquidity buffers and emergency funding requirements
• Balancing liquidity and profitability in financial planning
• Strengthening short-term financial stability mechanisms

Module 6: Banking and Financial Institutions

• Managing relationships with commercial banks and financial institutions effectively
• Negotiating banking facilities and credit arrangements
• Understanding banking products for treasury operations
• Strengthening financial partnerships for liquidity support

Module 7: Short-Term Investment Management

• Identifying safe investment options for surplus cash effectively
• Evaluating returns and risks of short-term investments
• Managing liquidity while maximizing investment income
• Strengthening investment decision-making in treasury operations

Module 8: Financial Risk Management in Treasury

• Understanding interest rate, currency, and credit risks effectively
• Applying risk mitigation strategies in treasury operations
• Using hedging tools to manage financial exposure
• Strengthening financial risk control systems

Module 9: Internal Controls in Treasury Operations

• Implementing internal control systems for cash management effectively
• Preventing fraud and misuse of financial resources
• Strengthening compliance in treasury processes
• Enhancing transparency in financial operations

Module 10: Strategic Treasury Management

• Aligning treasury functions with organizational financial strategy effectively
• Supporting long-term financial sustainability and growth
• Enhancing decision-making through treasury analytics
• Strengthening overall financial governance and control

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue 

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group (at a discount of 10% to 50%) at requested location all over the world. The Onsite course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, buffet lunch, airport transfers, Upskill gift package, and guided tour.

Visa application, travel expenses, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808

Terms of Payment:

Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better.