Course VI Part 2 (Business Acumen)

This course provides skills that individuals will need as they progress post-qualification. It focuses on the skills needed when dealing with clients, whether on audit or performing other types of assignment. The day will be structured around a comprehensive case study allowing individuals to contribute towards new client meetings, business plans and presentations.

Content will include:

• Role of the business advisor
• The components of a business team
• The structure of a useful business plan
• The key value drivers (financial, sales and marketing, personnel, operations)
• How to work with clients and colleagues to deliver useful business advice
• How to capitalise on the knowledge you have gained from your professional career so far