CIMA’s CGMA® Managing Finance in a Digital World (E1)

Entry Requirements

• Educational Background: While no prior finance experience is required, a basic understanding of business principles and financial terminology will be advantageous for learners to grasp the course content effectively.
   

• Language Proficiency: As the course is delivered in English, learners should have a strong command of the language to engage with materials, participate in discussions, and complete assessments.
   

• Interest in Digital Finance: This course is ideal for individuals interested in understanding how digital technologies are reshaping the finance sector and keen to develop the skills needed to adapt to these changes.

• Understand Finance in a Digital Age: Develop a solid understanding of traditional financial practices and how they integrate with emerging digital tools to drive organisational efficiency.
   

• Analyse Digital Transformation: Gain insights into how technological advancements, such as automation, AI, and blockchain, are revolutionising financial processes and decision-making.
   

• Build Strategic Financial Competence: Learn to align financial strategies with broader organisational goals, leveraging digital tools for data analysis, forecasting, and value creation.
   

• Navigate Ethical and Regulatory Challenges: Understand the ethical implications of digital finance and how to ensure compliance with evolving regulatory standards.
   

• Prepare for Advanced Digital Finance Roles: Lay the groundwork for future qualifications and roles that demand expertise in digital finance and strategic decision-making.

The Managing Finance in a Digital World Course is designed for professionals and aspiring finance leaders who want to stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry. The course is particularly beneficial for:

• Finance Analysts

• Business Managers

• Digital Transformation Specialists

• Financial Controllers

• Finance and IT Integration Professionals

• Management Accountants

• Corporate Strategy Consultants

Module 1: Role of the Finance Function

• Roles of the Finance Function in Organisations

• Activities That Finance Professionals Perform to Fulfil the Roles
   

Module 2: Technology in a Digital World

• Technologies That Affect Business and Finance

• Finance Function Uses Digital Technologies to Fulfil its Roles
   

Module 3: Data and Information in a Digital World

• Ways in Which Data Is Used by The Finance Function

• Competencies Required to Use Data to Create and Preserve Value for Organisations
   

Module 4: Shape and Structure of The Finance Function

• Structure and Shape of The Finance Function

• What Each Level of The Finance Function Does?
   

Module 5: Finance Interacting with The Organisation

• Finance Function Interacts with Operations

• Finance Function Interacts with Sales and Marketing

• Finance Function Interacts with Human Resources

• Finance Function Interacts With IT