Program Overview
This two-day program is designed to equip young entrepreneurs with essential financial knowledge and skills required to start and manage businesses successfully. The sessions combine theory with practical activities to foster financial literacy, strategic planning, and long-term financial wellbeing for aspiring entrepreneurs .
Day 1: Foundations of Financial Literacy
Introduction to Financial Education and its Importance for Entrepreneurs
Understanding Financial Statements:
Reading Balance Sheets, Income Statements, and Cash Flow Reports
Assessing Financial Health of a Business
Budgeting for Startups:
Creating and Managing Budgets
Personal and Business Income/Expenditure Records
Basics of Cash Flow Management:
Techniques to Maintain Healthy Cash Flow
Tools for Forecasting and Monitoring Cash Flow
Group Activity: Preparing a Simple Business Budget and Financial Statement
Day 2: Advanced Financial Skills for Entrepreneurs
Investment Strategies:
Overview of Different Investment Options (Equity, Mutual Funds, Bonds)
Growing Business Capital through Savings and Investment
Tax Planning and Compliance:
Essentials of Tax Laws for Startups
Maximising Deductions and Avoiding Penalties
Debt Management:
Understanding Business Loans and Credit
Strategies to Manage and Reduce Debt
Writing a Business Plan:
Key Elements of a Business Plan
Financial Projections and Risk Management
Interactive Activity: Drafting a Mini Business Plan including Financial Projections
Learning Outcomes
Participants will be able to:
Confidently read and analyse financial statements
Prepare and manage personal and business budgets
Understand investment and savings options
Manage debt for sustained business growth
Comply with tax laws and optimize tax liabilities
Develop effective business plans incorporating financial considerations
Resource Person
Mr. Manoj T Neelakantan
Former AGM, IDBI Bank
BFSI Sector Skills Trainer
Certified Trainer, SEBI
Assessment
The program includes:
Pre- and Post-Session Tests to gauge understanding
Assignments and real-life case activities for applied learning
Group presentations of business plans at the end of Day 2
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