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Workshop on Navigating The Financial Landscape: An All Inclusive Financial Skill Development Program

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Organizers
 Faculty of Management Studies
Participants
 100
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Start Date
 12/02/2024 10:05 AM
End Date
 22/02/2024 12:05 PM
Venue
 GUNI-CMSR
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Description

Workshop on Navigating The Financial Landscape: An All Inclusive Financial Skill Development Program

Ganpat University Centre for Management Studies and Research organized Workshop on "Navigating the Financial Landscape: An All-Inclusive Financial Skill Development Program"for MBA students from 12th February to 22th February, 2023. More than 100 students from MBA (Pharma/ IB/ Agri/LSCM/HHM/FS/BA) had been participated in this skill development research workshop. Ganpat University's CMSR Training and Placement Cell has successfully orchestrated a 10-day Student Development Program titled "Navigating the Financial Landscape: An All-Inclusive Financial Skill Development Program" tailored specifically for students pursuing Industry-Focused MBA programs such as International Business, Business Analytics, Financial Services, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, and Agri Business. Spearheaded by the distinguished speaker, Ms. Mansi Joshi, the program delved into an array of critical topics essential for students' professional growth.

Covering a diverse range of subjects, the program provided an in-depth exploration of fundamental concepts in financial management, including capital budgeting, working capital management, risk management, treasury management, equity and derivatives, security analysis, mutual funds, insurance, virtual trading, and portfolio planning. Through Ms. Joshi's expertise and guidance, students gained valuable insights and practical knowledge pertinent to their respective fields of study.

By offering such a comprehensive curriculum, Ganpat University continues to demonstrate its commitment to fostering the holistic development of its students. Initiatives like these not only equip students with the requisite skills and knowledge but also empower them to navigate and excel in today's dynamic business environment, especially from the placement and career perspective.

Organizing a workshop titled "Navigating the Financial Landscape: An All-Inclusive Financial Skill Development Program" for MBA students involves setting clear objectives and outcomes to ensure comprehensive learning. This program should cover various aspects of finance to equip students with the skills needed to excel in financial decision-making, analysis, and management. Here’s a detailed breakdown:

Objectives

  1. Understanding Financial Fundamentals:
    • Objective: Provide participants with a solid foundation in key financial principles and concepts.
    • Activities: Sessions on financial statements, financial ratios, and the time value of money.
  2. Financial Analysis and Planning:
    • Objective: Equip students with skills to analyze financial statements and create financial plans.
    • Activities: Hands-on exercises in financial statement analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
  3. Investment Analysis:
    • Objective: Teach students how to evaluate investment opportunities and understand market dynamics.
    • Activities: Sessions on valuation techniques, portfolio management, risk assessment, and investment strategies.
  4. Corporate Finance:
    • Objective: Develop understanding of corporate finance concepts including capital structure, cost of capital, and financial strategy.
    • Activities: Case studies and discussions on capital budgeting, financing decisions, and corporate financial strategy.
  5. Financial Risk Management:
    • Objective: Introduce risk management principles and tools for mitigating financial risk.
    • Activities: Workshops on risk assessment techniques, hedging strategies, and financial derivatives.
  6. Ethical and Regulatory Considerations:
    • Objective: Highlight ethical issues and regulatory requirements in financial decision-making.
    • Activities: Discussions on compliance, corporate governance, and ethical standards in finance.
  7. Practical Application and Integration:
    • Objective: Allow students to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios and integrate financial concepts.
    • Activities: Simulations, case studies, and group projects involving financial analysis and decision-making.

Outcomes

  1. Strong Foundation in Financial Principles:
    • Outcome: Participants will have a thorough understanding of basic financial concepts and principles, enabling them to interpret and analyze financial information effectively.
  2. Enhanced Financial Analysis Skills:
    • Outcome: Students will be able to conduct comprehensive financial analysis, create detailed financial plans, and make informed financial decisions.
  3. Competence in Investment Evaluation:
    • Outcome: Participants will be proficient in evaluating investment opportunities, understanding market trends, and managing investment portfolios.
  4. Understanding of Corporate Finance:
    • Outcome: Students will grasp key corporate finance concepts, including capital budgeting and financial strategy, and be able to apply these concepts in real-world business scenarios.
  5. Ability to Manage Financial Risks:
    • Outcome: Participants will be equipped with skills to assess and manage financial risks, use risk management tools, and develop strategies to mitigate financial uncertainties.
  6. Awareness of Ethical and Regulatory Standards:
    • Outcome: Students will be knowledgeable about ethical considerations and regulatory requirements in finance, ensuring compliance and ethical decision-making in their financial practices.
  7. Practical Application Skills:
    • Outcome: Participants will have hands-on experience in applying financial concepts to practical scenarios, improving their ability to integrate and implement financial strategies.

Structure of the Workshop

  1. Introduction to Financial Fundamentals:
    • Session 1: Overview of financial statements and ratios
    • Session 2: Time value of money and basic financial mathematics
  2. Financial Analysis and Planning:
    • Session 3: Financial statement analysis techniques
    • Session 4: Budgeting and forecasting exercises
  3. Investment Analysis:
    • Session 5: Valuation methods and investment strategies
    • Session 6: Portfolio management and risk assessment
  4. Corporate Finance:
    • Session 7: Capital structure and cost of capital
    • Session 8: Capital budgeting and financial strategy
  5. Financial Risk Management:
    • Session 9: Risk assessment tools and techniques
    • Session 10: Hedging strategies and financial derivatives
  6. Ethical and Regulatory Considerations:
    • Session 11: Corporate governance and ethical standards
    • Session 12: Compliance and regulatory requirements
  7. Practical Application and Integration:
    • Session 13: Case studies and simulations
    • Session 14: Group projects and presentations
  8. Wrap-Up and Q&A:
    • Session 15: Summary of key learnings and open floor for questions

By focusing on these objectives and outcomes, the workshop will provide MBA students with a comprehensive understanding of financial concepts and practical skills, preparing them for effective financial management and decision-making in their careers.