Certification in Corporate Finance

Make better decisions through a better understanding of corporate finance.

Length 6 days

Rate 5,395 $

Language French

Format Hybrid, In-Person

Upcoming date(s)

Executives and managers need a clear understanding of the basic financial and accounting principles essential in running a business. Not only does this let them interpret financial reports and data about their organization and the market they operate in, but it also lets them exchange information in a more compelling way with colleagues, suppliers and clients, and make better-informed management decisions.

The goal of this program is to give business leaders who hail from a non-accounting background the opportunity to acquire the knowledge they need to develop a solid grasp of the concepts, processes and tools employed in corporate finance.

The successful completion of this program entitles you to a digital certificate. These credentials are trusted, secure, verifiable, and sustainable.

GOALS

Understand important accounting terms
Read and interpret financial statements
Use financial tools to make better management decisions
Appreciate the financial impacts of management decisions
Gain insight into the basics of budget management
Control costs more effectively
Assess prospective investment deals

IS THIS FOR YOU?

Managers, executives and professionals looking to develop a firmer understanding of corporate finance to empower their decision-making. Marketing, operations and HR executives, CEOs of small and medium-size enterprises, lawyers, consultants, corporate directors, etc.

SPECIAL FEATURES

A hands-on program that will help you enhance your leadership skills, boost your credibility and increase your influence both by honing your understanding of financial issues and by giving you the tools to convey financial information and the financial impact of your decisions to others.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Participants will receive a copy of the book "Analyse Financière" (Julien Le Maux).

Certificate issuance is contingent on session attendance and the results of the final exam.

SKILLS DEVELOPED IN THIS COURSE

Analyse financière
Planification financière
Comptabilité financière
Gestion de la performance
Suivi budgétaire
Decision-making

DAY 1 - FAMILIARIZATION WITH ACCOUNTING TERMINOLOGY AND HOW TO READ FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.
JULIEN LE MAUX

Accounting and financial terms
What is a financial statement and why is it helpful?
Elements of a financial statement

DAY 2 - CARRYING OUT A FINANCIAL ASSESSMENT
JULIEN LE MAUX

Purpose of a financial assessment
Interpretation of accounting reports
Calculation and analysis of financial ratios

DAY 3 - MEASURING AND COMMUNICATING VALUE CREATION
JULIEN LE MAUX

Analysis of cash flow statements
Tools used to communicate value creation

DAY 4 - EVALUATING AND OPTIMIZING COST STRUCTURE
MARIE-CLAUDE BROUILLETTE

Cost–volume–profit analysis
Cost-benefit analysis
Introduction to the budgeting process

DAY 5 - BUDGET MANAGEMENT
MARIE-CLAUDE BROUILLETTE

Budgeting process
Variation analysis
Treasury management

DAY 6 - INVESTMENT AND FINANCING
JULIEN LE MAUX

Evaluating a prospective investment
Developing the financing structure and cost

TRAINING APPROACH

Introduction to key concepts and tools.
Group/individual analysis and case studies.
Exercises related to participants’ work realities.
Group discussions.
Computer use (Excel).

Marie-Claude Brouillette

MSc, CPA

Senior Faculty Lecturer, HEC Montréal

Julien Le Maux

PhD, MSc (Finance), CFE, C.Adm.

Professor, HEC Montréal

I have no background in accounting. Will I be able to follow this certification?

Absolutely. This certification is specifically designed for non-financial professionals. If you are required to analyze financial statements, manage budgets, or present investment projects, this program is for you. It provides the essential foundations needed to interpret financial information and support sound decision-making.

What is the added value of this certification compared to a 2- or 3-day short program in finance?

This certification builds on the concepts covered in a 2- or 3-day finance program while deepening them through a structured and integrated learning journey. It allows participants to explore business valuation and investment project evaluation, budget management, and financial distress forecasting, all directly connected to decision-making. The program aims to develop a comprehensive and coherent understanding of an organization’s financial challenges. In addition, the official certification awarded upon completion attests to the achievement of the program’s objectives and represents a mark of excellence recognized in the market.

How will this help me in my day-to-day decisions?

This certification will help you better read and interpret accounting and financial information, increasing your confidence in daily decision-making. You will develop the right reflexes to analyze performance, understand budget variances, and evaluate investment projects. As a result, you will be able to make better management decisions, supported by clear and structured financial data.

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Témoignages

Sandrine Ahouassou, directrice générale, Éducation internationale, Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est

“Even though I was already comfortable working with numbers and financial information, I wanted to reach a new strategic level and broaden my expertise. This certification has transformed how I lead. My approach is now more structured, inclusive and focused on sustainable performance, and I’m managing my team with greater confidence and impact.”

Sandrine Ahouassou, Executive Director, International Education, Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est

Dr Vincent Dumouchel, fondateur et chef de la direction, Redeo API

"As a physician now in charge of initiatives in the business world, I felt I needed to better understand the numbers and to be able to decipher financial statements in order to assess the state of health of a corporation. Thank you, Executive Education HEC Montréal, for this superb winter session leading to my certification in corporate finance. I now have better tools to lead thriving healthcare and technology companies that are financially sound."

Vincent Dumouchel, MD, Founder & CEO, Redeo API

Marianne Perron, directrice principale, Secteur artistique, Orchestre symphonique de Montréal

“I’m very happy I took this program. I greatly appreciated how professional, knowledgeable and skilled the instructors were, and I enjoyed having the opportunity to interact with other learners from many different fields who were just as enthusiastic as I was.”

Marianne Perron, Senior Director, Artistic Sector, Orchestre symphonique de Montréal

Mylene Chasse, directrice financière – opérations, NOWA inc.

“I thoroughly enjoyed the program and the fresh look it takes at the principles that I tend to touch on in my job but don’t often consider in any depth. The learning approach was exactly what I was looking for, and I’m sure the experience will help me in working toward my career goals.”

Mylene Chasse, Chief Financial and Operations Officer, NOWA inc.