Developing Business Acumen
Learn to interpret financial data and lead a business strategically in a 3-week program.
Next Program:
May 1 – 18
Tuition
$850
Learn How to Think Like a CEO
Developing Business Acumen is a 3-week program for learning the fundamentals of business. By the end of the course, you’ll understand the key value drivers and feel comfortable evaluating critical financial information and making data-driven strategic decisions.
This highly collaborative, social learning-based program gives you hands-on practice making decisions like a CEO and prepares you for the next step in your career.
What You Will Learn
- Connect day-to-day decisions to key value drivers: growth, profitability, and risk
- Learn how to effectively drive business growth using financial data and metrics
- Become conversant in financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement)
- Analyze projects through the lens of finances and value creation (IRR, NPV, breakeven analysis)
Who Will Benefit?
New managers and non-financial contributors across all functions looking to understand value creation and the language of business and finance
Upcoming Programs
We’re accepting applications from companies of all sizes, corporate partners, and individuals. Click “enroll now” to start your application! Your employer may have professional development funds; here’s a sample letter you can send to your employer requesting they cover your tuition.
100,000+ learners from companies all over the globe
Developing Business Acumen is a core program of Abilitie, a world leader in executive leadership and business education. Over 100,000 learners across the world have gone through Abilitie’s award-winning leadership programs, including high-potential employees at companies such as Coca-Cola, GE, Nokia, Pfizer, and Southwest Airlines.
Curriculum
Our award-winning curriculum covers essential business skills, and our group projects boost collaboration and build community. Upon completion, you’ll be proficient in the language of business and the fundamentals of financial reporting.
Module 1
Value Creation
- Intro to financial literacy
- Understanding value creation
- Applying strategy & innovation
Module 2
Fluent in Finance
- Evaluating financial data
- Communicating financial strategy
- Data-driven decision-making
- Hands-on strategic execution
Module 3
Growth, Profitability, and Risk
- Competitive analysis
- Connecting short-term decisions to long-term impact
- Identifying future growth opportunities
2024 Schedule
The Developing Business Acumen course is a 3-week certificate program that includes:
- 7 hours of virtual classroom time each week
- 4-6 hours of preparation and project work with peers each week
Cohorts meet twice weekly, across multiple time zones.
Schedule subject to change.
Spring 2024 Schedule (April 3 – 20)
Spring 2024 Schedule (May 1 – 18)
Summer 2024 Schedule (June 12 – 29)
Fall 2024 Schedule (October 9 – 26)
How To Apply
This program is designed for individuals who are eager to immerse themselves in challenging material and fully engage with the opportunities presented. There are no transcripts or application fees required. What matters most is your genuine enthusiasm to learn and collaborate with fellow participants.