Developing Business Acumen
Through a blended curriculum, Abilitie’s Developing Business Acumen program provides learners with an environment to practice using the essential tools of financial analysis, enabling them to more confidently understand how the decisions they make drive business value.
Core Competencies Taught
We work with you to adapt this program to the needs of your organization, focusing on core competencies for learners such as:
- Analytical Thinking & Business Acumen
- Communicating Strategy Using Financial Language
- Data-driven Decision Making
- Understanding Financial Indicators
Learner Profile
Self Study (6-12 Hours Total)
– Fluent In Finance
– Case Study Preparation
Business Challenge
Program Components
Fluent in Finance
Fluent in Finance allows leaders to learn the language of finance in an interactive, accessible online format designed specifically for professionals without any financial background. It covers basic business concepts such as unit economics, reading financial statements, and calculating project and organizational value.
Case Studies
With the guidance from expert faculty, participants analyze financial case studies around real and fictitious companies, then apply the learnings to their organization.
Management Challenge
Capstone simulation where teams compete for market share in a dynamic marketplace. Participants compete in teams of 2 – 4 to best position their companies and deeply understand the drivers of value creation: growth, profitability, and risk.
Sample Program Schedule
Abilitie’s Developing Business Acumen Program is tailored to the needs of each client. It can be delivered as a virtual, hybrid, or in-person program and run as a 4 to 6 week program that can be condensed or spread out over additional weeks as desired.
Private Cohorts for Internal Groups (12 to 1,000 Participants)
Tailored to your employees’ schedules and needs. Contact our L&D professionals to create an agenda that fits your unique requirements.
Open Cohorts (Individuals/Teams of Less Than 12 Participants)
Enroll your team through our Invited MBA open cohort programs to learn alongside other professionals. Spring 2023 cohorts start March 15th, deadline to apply is February 10th.
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Abilitie’s Program Dashboard
The Abilitie Program Dashboard provides Learning & Development leaders with real-time access to learner data. Program managers can easily see a snapshot of participant engagement, learner activity, and individual progress, giving them the tools to make smart decisions and take immediate actions that support learners through their journey.
I was able to bring formulas and models directly from the program to shine a light on problems my client was having (and talk them out of a less-than-advisable investment).
Participant, Adlucent
Program Details
The Developing Business Acumen Program guides participants to understand financial statements and make data-driven decisions while giving them new tools to connect their day-to-day work with the big picture of the business. The program design leverages Abilitie’s award-winning simulations and rich Socratic debriefs.
The program had a strong impact. Instead of remembering financial terms, I had the chance to make mistakes and learn from them.
Participant, Kohler Power Group
Cornerstone Simulation
Business Challenge
Description
A unique practice-based business acumen program for high-potential leaders
Audience
Hi-Potential Leaders, New Managers, Transitioning Directors new to finance
Cohort Size
12 to 40 people
Duration
Adaptable 20- to 30-hour curriculum over 3 to 6 weeks
Case Study Discussions
Small study group discussions on business and financial acumen topics
Fluent in Finance Coursework
Abilitie’s award-winning financial acumen course
Integration of Your Organization’s Finances
Leverage internal finance experts to tailor the program experience
Capstone
Cohorts come together to celebrate successes and look to the future
Learn More About The Developing Business Acumen Program
We work with clients in interactive design workshops to find the right solution for you. Give us a call at (512) 593-8726 to schedule an exploratory conversation today.
