Course in Techniques, Methods, and Financing Strategies for Executive Managers

As financial decisions increasingly shape the direction of modern organizations, executive managers must possess a clear and practical understanding of financing tools and strategies. Mastering financing methods, evaluating funding alternatives, and aligning financial decisions with business objectives are essential for leading sustainable growth and maintaining strategic agility in today’s evolving markets.
In this context, Geneva Institute of Business Administration presents the course "Techniques, Methods, and Financing Strategies for Executive Managers", designed to empower participants with a strategic perspective on corporate finance and provide them with the knowledge needed to navigate financial decisions confidently and effectively.

Target Group

• Executive managers and senior leaders responsible for financial and strategic direction.

• Department heads and unit managers involved in budgeting or financial planning.

• Directors of development or planning seeking to understand financing implications.

• Finance professionals looking to update their knowledge of modern funding tools.

• Entrepreneurs and startup owners exploring ways to scale their business through funding.

• Decision-makers interested in aligning funding decisions with organizational performance.

Objectives

• Introduce participants to core concepts and key terms in institutional finance.

• Enable analysis of funding needs and identification of appropriate financial options.

• Enhance understanding of the advantages and drawbacks of various financing methods.

• Familiarize executives with both traditional and innovative financing approaches.

• Improve awareness of investor expectations and external funding requirements.

• Develop the ability to read and interpret financial data related to funding choices.

• Help participants design long-term sustainable financing strategies.

• Strengthen understanding of how financing decisions affect performance and growth.

Course Outline

• Introduction to Financial Fundamentals

  • Defining the role of finance within the organization.

  • Differentiating between short-term and long-term financing.

  • The connection between finance and executive decision-making.

  • Key indicators for identifying funding needs.

• Capital Structure and Financing Strategy

  • Elements of an optimal capital structure.

  • Evaluating financing cost and risk exposure.

  • Balancing debt and equity for sustainable growth.

  • Internal and external factors shaping financing decisions.

• Self-Financing and Retained Earnings

  • Benefits of relying on internal profit reserves.

  • When self-financing is the most strategic option.

  • Managing liquidity to support internal operations.

  • Limitations of retained earnings on expansion capacity.

• Bank Loans and Traditional Financing

  • Types of loans and their strategic purposes.

  • Conditions of commercial borrowing and collateral requirements.

  • Analyzing interest terms and repayment structures.

  • Comparing short-term and long-term lending options.

• Equity Financing through Share Issuance

  • Types of shares: common vs. preferred stock.

  • The process of public and private equity offerings.

  • Impact of equity issuance on ownership and control.

  • Disclosure and compliance requirements for capital raising.

• Financing through Bonds and Sukuk

  • Key differences between bonds and Islamic Sukuk.

  • Advantages of long-term debt instruments.

  • Bond pricing and the role of credit rating agencies.

  • Financial statement impact of debt-based funding.

• Islamic Finance: Principles and Tools

  • Overview of Sharia-compliant financing structures.

  • Common instruments: Murabaha, Ijara, Mudaraba, Musharaka.

  • Differences between Islamic and conventional finance.

  • Opportunities and constraints in Islamic corporate funding.

• Venture Capital and Investment Funding

  • Defining venture capital and when it is appropriate.

  • Stages of funding and investor expectations.

  • Terms of equity financing and ownership dilution.

  • Role of VC funding in fast-growth business expansion.

• Evaluating Financing Options and Decision-Making

  • Assessing the cost of capital for each alternative.

  • Identifying risks associated with funding types.

  • Matching funding options with project characteristics.

  • Building a comparative financing model using financial data.

• Financial Impact on Institutional Growth and Sustainability

  • Linking financial efficiency to long-term objectives.

  • Monitoring financial performance post-funding.

  • Adapting financing strategy in dynamic environments.

  • Designing a roadmap for future-ready financial planning.