- Understand key financial statements and performance indicators.
- Interpret balance sheets, income, and cash flow with clarity.
- Assess financial risk, debt, and investment proposals.
- Strengthen oversight of budgeting, audit, and financial control.
- Engage confidently in board-level finance discussions.
Finance for non finance directors – What every NED needs to know
Board decisions are only as strong as their financial understanding.
This course demystifies finance for non-financial directors, helping you interpret numbers, ask the right questions, and make better-informed strategic decisions. Using real-world board scenarios, it transforms financial data into meaningful governance insight – empowering you to contribute confidently to discussions on performance, budgets, and value creation.
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Online course
Duration: 2 hours
You’ll have six months from payment to complete this module, so you can learn at your own pace.
Course Details
Topics Covered
What are the Benefits?
- Real-life board case studies and financial exercises.
- Delivered by finance and audit experts.
- Complements the NED Certification pathway.
Who is this Module Course For?
Non-financial directors, NEDs, and senior executives looking to strengthen their financial literacy and ability to challenge financial assumptions in boardrooms.
The Facilitator
Jeremy Canning – Global
Area of expertise
Mentor and Facilitator
About Jeremy
Jeremy brings a wealth of expertise as a Board Executive, Board Advisor, Independent Director and Non-Executive Director across global PLCs and successful start-ups. Leveraging 25+ years of business leadership experience globally, he equips clients with cultural and commercial awareness, fostering authentic leadership, innovative thinking, and strategic decision-making skills.
Jeremy challenges clients to think differently, embrace their strengths, and cultivate a mindset that fuels success. He offers tailored techniques, tools, and perspectives that drive significant personal and organisational development. His services include individual and team leadership coaching, executive & career development, group facilitation, and bespoke coaching programmes.
Jeremy’s practical approach is backed by extensive firsthand experience and a strong network of professional connections. Since 2013, he has been a Board/NED and C-suite Career & Performance Coach, working with organisations from Fortune 500 companies to ambitious start-ups. Jeremy also coaches individuals, including CEOs, Board members, aspiring executives, and prominent personalities.
A self-described “positive maverick,” Jeremy is dedicated to revolutionising how leaders and organisations manage relationships with employees, suppliers, customers and communities. He champions accountability, governance and environmental responsibility.
My mentoring session with Jeremy Canning was an incredibly insightful experience. Jeremy's ability to distill complex concepts into practical advice was remarkable, and his guidance felt tailored to my specific goals and circumstances. Throughout the session, Jeremy shared actionable strategies and valuable perspectives on navigating professional challenges and opportunities. His expertise in leadership and governance was evident as he offered clear, thoughtful advice grounded in real-world experience. What I appreciated most was his genuine interest in understanding my ambitions and providing guidance that felt both achievable and inspiring. His approachable style and willingness to engage in a meaningful dialogue made the session not only productive but also empowering. I left the conversation with a renewed sense of direction and clarity on how to take the next steps in my professional journey. I highly recommend Jeremy's mentorship to anyone seeking expert guidance and practical advice to grow and succeed in their career.