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The Finance for Non-Finance Executives program introduces all the key aspects of financial analysis and value-based management. You will learn the fundamentals of finance: how to read financial statements, how to analyze them, the concepts of discounting and net present value, and other techniques that companies use when evaluating investment opportunities.
You will learn how companies are valued in financial markets, what affects their value, and how you can make decisions that increase company value. We will also discuss companies’ financing options and learn about tools to analyze mergers and acquisitions. After the program, you will be better positioned to participate in a company’s financial decision-making and contribute to its management in a value-creating manner.
4.5 ECTS credits can be transferred from the Finance for Non-Finance Executives program to the Aalto Executive MBA or Aalto MBA program.
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The 2019 program received excellent customer feedback. Instructor Matti Suominen's knowledge and expertise, suitability of content and teaching skills and methods all received a full 6.0/6.0.
The 2019 participants considered that their level of expertise in the different topics covered during the program had increased significantly (average 5.5/6.0).
4.5 ECTS credits can be transferred from this program to the Aalto Executive MBA or Aalto MBA program.
The program enables you to connect the different economic, finance, and accounting dots to create a single holistic view. You will learn to read and analyze financial statements and assess the shareholder value of investments and other corporate actions, i.e., learn the skills for value-based management.
The program is designed for non-financial executives, lawyers, business unit heads, bank relationship managers, board members, advisors, and consultants.
The Finance for Non-Finance Executives program provides participants with a rare opportunity to deepen their understanding of the main elements of corporate finance.
The program will be organized in two intensive study modules.
Learning is based on pre-readings, lectures, class discussions, casework, and a take-home assignment. Sharing knowledge and experiences among participants is greatly supported and encouraged.
As a pre-reading, participants will get a book Hawawini, G. and Viallet C.: Finance for Executives - Managing for Value Creation.
Professor Matti Suominen
Matti Suominen is a Professor of Finance at Aalto University in Helsinki. From 1997 until 2006, he was full-time faculty at INSEAD as Assistant Professor, and later Associate Professor of Finance. Since 2006, Matti has continued to teach regularly in various INSEAD executive programs as a Visiting or Adjunct Professor of Finance. In addition, he has taught finance in several other leading business schools such as the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and Mannheim University.
Matti holds a PhD in Financial Economics from the University of Pennsylvania. His areas of research are asset pricing and corporate finance. He has published articles in leading academic journals such as the Journal of Financial Economics, Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis, and Journal of Financial Markets (where he received the Best Paper Award). Matti previously worked as a consultant at the European Corporate Finance Practice of McKinsey & Co. and as a Chief Dealer in the Options and Futures Markets in Finland. He continues to be an active consultant to both financial and non-financial companies.
Matti has taught extensively in the MBA, PhD, and Executive Education Programs at INSEAD and elsewhere. In particular, he was Program Director of the INSEAD "Finance for Executives" program from 2002 until spring 2006. He has taught in or directed nearly 30 company-specific programs in five different continents for the world's largest and most successful organizations, including several Fortune 500 companies. He has received the best teacher awards from both INSEAD and Aalto University Executive Education.
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March 23 – March 30, 2021
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Schedule March 23 – March 30, 2021
Location Online
The Virtual Leadership program approaches the topical theme of leadership with a practical touch based on academic research. It is designed for leaders who are leading their teams from a distance, now and in the future.
Fee: € 1,590 (+VAT)
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April 14 – October 7, 2021
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Schedule April 14 – October 7, 2021
Location Helsinki, Finland
The program focuses on the outlook for change in the energy sector’s operating environment, both internationally and in Finland. Together with the experts, you will reflect on the meaning of sustainable development in the energy sector, the impact of digitalization, and how new innovations can be applied in the sector. The program is held in Finnish.
Fee: € 8,700 (+ VAT)
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April 19–21, 2021
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Schedule April 19–21, 2021
Location Helsinki, Finland
Frequency Once a year
A three-day module of the Global Leader program which can also be taken as a stand-alone program. The program draws from cutting edge research on optimal human functioning and happiness and the aim is to build long-term perspectives, success, and happiness in life and grow as a human being.
Fee: € 4,150 (+ VAT)
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May 5 – June 9, 2021
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Schedule May 5 – June 9, 2021
Location Live Online
The program is a comprehensive introduction to sustainability strategy development and implementation within the business. It focuses on strengthening the link between sustainability and business strategy within the business environment.
Fee: € 9,850 (+ VAT)
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May 17–19, 2021
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Schedule May 17–19, 2021
Location Helsinki, Finland
Frequency Once a year
This is a three-day core module of the Global Leader program which can also be taken as a stand-alone program. It focuses on the fundamental issues in strategy planning and will give you the skills needed to develop the long-term viability of your organization.
Fee: € 4,150 (+ VAT)
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May 24 – August 27, 2021
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Schedule May 24 – August 27, 2021
Location Helsinki, Finland
The program is designed for finance executives who want to advance their skills in leading financial functions, increase their weight as a strategic business partner, and gain the confidence to influence.
Fee: € 6,800 (+VAT)
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May 24–26, 2021
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Schedule May 24–26, 2021
Location Online
Frequency Twice a year (in English and in Finnish)
Our new leadership program provides the skills and frameworks needed for effective and influential leadership in a compact package.
Fee: € 4,800 (+ VAT)
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May 25–28, 2021
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Schedule May 25–28, 2021
Location Helsinki, Finland. Remote participation possibility.
This is a high-level director and executive program with a truly global and strategic perspective. The program develops board members’ competence to evaluate a company’s strategy in the constantly changing business environment.
Fee: € 6,200 (+VAT)
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September 1, 2021 – February 18, 2022
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Schedule September 1, 2021 – February 18, 2022
Location Helsinki, Finland, Remote participation possibility
This is a Finnish program made for automobile industry, that increases management's ability to make decisions and lead. The program offers different point of views for strategy and change in the participants' organizations. The usage of learned methods is supported in different ways, e.g. personal mentoring and diverse set of exercises.
Fee: € 9,450 (+ VAT)
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September 9, 2021 – February 10, 2022
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Schedule September 9, 2021 – February 10, 2022
Location Helsinki, Finland
The program offers an opportunity to form a network of CEOs who wish to grow their business as well as changing point of views in a secure environment. The program is held in Finnish and in English.
Fee: € 7,450 (+ VAT)
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September 13–15, 2021
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Schedule September 13–15, 2021
Location Helsinki, Finland
Frequency Once a year
A three-day module of the Global Leader program which can also be taken as a stand-alone program. It will teach you fundamental skills and tools for effective strategic marketing planning, decision-making, and assessment.
Fee: € 4,150 (+ VAT)
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September 13, 2021 – May 18, 2022
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Schedule September 13, 2021 – May 18, 2022
Location Helsinki, Finland, Remote participation possibility
Frequency Twice a year (February and September)
This program is meant for experienced leaders and experts, who need new tools for strategic development of the organization and management reshaping. During the program you will expand the overall outlook needed for successful management, from the point of view of both change and strategic leadership. You will also develop self-knowledge and your own style of impacting others. This program is held in Finnish.
Fee: € 20,800 (+ VAT)
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September 14–22, 2021
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Schedule September 14–22, 2021
Location Helsinki, Finland / Remote participation possibility
The program introduces you to the key aspects of corporate finance and value-based management. The program aims to give non-financial executives and directors a financial understanding of their decisions. It equips the participants with tools to integrate the financial skills as part of their decision-making process.
Fee: € 5,400 (+ VAT)
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September 22, 2021 – May 20, 2022
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Schedule September 22, 2021 – May 20, 2022
Location Helsinki, Finland, Remote participation possibility
Frequency Once a year (starting in Fall)
This program is a management and financial training program for social and health care industry leaders, managers, experts and decision-makers. The program provides tools for addressing current healthcare challenges and engages in the thoroughgoing development of a range of management skills. The program is held in Finnish.
Fee: € 10,850 (+ VAT)
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September 27 – November 19, 2021
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Schedule September 27 – November 19, 2021
Location Helsinki, Finland, Remote participation possibility
The training program emphasizes practical change in the role of the business controller as a developer of the financial management function, change agent, producer of financial information for the organization, management team and/or the Board of Directors and operational actor as part of the financial management team and the rest of the organization
Fee: € 5,200 (+ VAT)
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October 1 – November 17, 2021
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Schedule October 1 – November 17, 2021
Location Helsinki, Finland
Frequency Once a year
The program gives you a structured understanding of the M&A process and equips you with the tools and skills you need for succeeding in each phase of the process.
Fee: € 8,500 (+ VAT)
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October 6, 2021 – May 20, 2022
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Schedule October 6, 2021 – May 20, 2022
Location Helsinki, Finland, Remote participation possibility
The Certified European Financial Analyst (CEFA) program provides uniform high-level standardized training for investment and finance professionals leading to the highly respected CEFA qualification, which is accredited in 27 European countries.
Fee: € 9,900 (+ VAT)
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October 27, 2021 – May 13, 2022
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Schedule October 27, 2021 – May 13, 2022
Location Copenhagen, Helsinki, and Oslo
This is an executive program for leaders from the art and culture sector in the Nordic and Baltic region. The program is tailored to enrich and develop their understanding of how effective leadership, management, and networking can transform their business and organizations.
Fee: € 15,700 (+VAT)
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November 1–3, 2021
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Schedule November 1–3, 2021
Location Helsinki, Finland
Frequency Once a year
A three-day module of the Global Leader program which can also be taken as a stand-alone program. It focuses on developing awareness and skills in how to lead and coach yourself, your team, and your organization through change.
Fee: € 4,150 (+ VAT)
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November 17–24, 2021
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Schedule November 17–24, 2021
Location Live Online
This is a strategy simulation exercise that prepares strategic thinking skills to accelerate the renewal and development of welfare areas. After the program, you will be prepared to make decisions on a practical level and experience their functionality in person. The program is held in Finnish.
Fee: € 2,850 (+ VAT)
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January 24–26, 2022
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Schedule January 24–26, 2022
Location Helsinki, Finland
Frequency Once a year
A three-day module of the Global Leader program which can also be taken as a stand-alone program. It provides you with an understanding of balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and other financial disclosures, and how this information relates to key variables in management decisions.
Fee: € 4,150 (+ VAT)
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Recommended schedule: 2–3 hours per week, for 3–4 weeks.
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Schedule Recommended schedule: 2–3 hours per week, for 3–4 weeks.
Location Avenue e-learning environment. License for three (3) months starting from the order date.
A cost-effective and flexible online course on basic financial and management accounting. Course Language: English
Fee: € 200 (+ VAT)
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The program can be completed in 12 months.
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Schedule The program can be completed in 12 months.
Location Helsinki, Finland
Global Leader is a general management training program that helps you to strengthen your strategic skills to manage interlinked functions in a multinational environment and learn more about different areas of business that impact your career potential.
Fee: € 14,400 (+ VAT)
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Recommended schedule: 2–3 hours per week, for 3–4 weeks.
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Location Avenue e-learning environment. License for three (3) months starting from the order date.
A cost-effective and flexible online course on basic financial and management accounting. Course Language: Finnish
Fee: € 200 (+ VAT)
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Location Around Finland
This exam is held in Finnish. Please note that the website is also in Finnish.
Fee: € 700 (+ VAT)
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Location Around Finland
This exam is held in Finnish and Swedish.
Fee: € 400 (+ VAT)
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