Introduction
Whatever your role in local government there is a growing requirement to be commercially astute. You are expected to have a clear understanding of the financial implications of managing budgets and demonstrate value for money - where all decisions cost or save money.

Typical Objectives:

	Prove your proposals are financially sound
	Prove a return on investment and demonstrate Best Value
	Prove your management competence and explain your decisions in financial terms
	Prove your credibility by fully understanding management reports and budget statements
	Prove your value with a recognised qualification - the ‘Diploma in Business Competence’

Sample Programme
The Diploma is obtained by taking a course which comprises approximately 30 hours of study which can be spread over a period of time - such as modular. with work-based assignments. Gaining the qualification is through a two hour examination at the end of the course.

Outline

	Demystifying accounting terms, and interpreting key financial information
	Enabling you to run any department involving financial decisions
	Controlling and managing the financial aspects of a project
	Being able to measure your performance more effectively
	Developing the confidence to analyse and discuss key financial decisions as a peer with colleagues, councillors, suppliers and partners

Activities to consider:

	Achieving Results through People
	Finance for Non-financial Managers
	Supplier Management

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