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Practical Numeracy for a Career in Finance

Practical Numeracy for a Career in Finance

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IS THIS FOR YOU?
This course is designed for individuals aspiring to enter the fields of accounting, bookkeeping, and financial services, particularly those in junior, unskilled, or non-professional roles.

It focuses on building fundamental numeracy skills essential for a successful career in these sectors.

This course is delivered as a small-group activity using a range of practical approaches to learning:

Interactive Lectures
Hands-on Exercises and Practical Demonstrations
Group Discussions and Case Study Analysis
Q&A Sessions

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Understand basic arithmetic and its application in financial contexts.
Develop skills for accurate calculation and management of financial transactions.
Learn the fundamentals of bookkeeping.
Gain an introductory understanding of financial statements and their components.
Understand the basics of budgeting and financial forecasting.

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

1. Basic Arithmetic in Financial Contexts

Review of fundamental arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
Understanding percentages, fractions, and decimals in financial calculations
Practical exercises focused on financial scenarios

2. Managing Financial Transactions

Techniques for accurate financial calculation
Understanding invoices, receipts, and financial records
Basic principles of cash handling and reconciliation

3. Fundamentals of Bookkeeping

Introduction to double-entry bookkeeping
Recording financial transactions in ledgers
Understanding the principles of debits and credits

4. Introduction to Financial Statements

Overview of balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
Understanding the basic components and terminology
Reading and interpreting simple financial statements

5. Budgeting and Financial Forecasting Basics

Principles of creating a basic budget
Introduction to financial forecasting concepts
Understanding the impact of budgeting and forecasting on business decisions

Sponsorship

Funded places are available for eligible adults.

Aged 19+
Live or work in Essex
No existing maths qualification at Grade C or above
UK or EEA national

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