Small Business Owner

Small business owners are under incredible pressure to sustain and grow their businesses. And unfortunately, most small business owners are too involved in the day-to-day running of the business, often ignoring bigger issues. This gives rise to several short-comings for small business owners: * Lack of understanding with value and performance * Absence of good strategic thinking * Unaware of global competitors * Constantly servicing unprofitable customers * Overly pre-occupied with taxes to the exclusion of value-creation. As a result, many small...

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Training Course:9 Mergers and Acquisitions (Part 2)

This course is the second part of a two part course covering the merger and acquisition process. Part 2 describes valuation concepts, financial analysis, the valuation process, post merger integration, and anti-takeover defenses. The purpose of the course is to provide the user with a solid understanding of how the merger and acquisition process works. Course Level: Advanced - This course deals with advanced topics in finance and the user should have a solid understanding of cost of capital, forecasting, and value-based management prior to taking...

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Training Course:8 Mergers and Acquisitions (Part 1)

This course is the first part of a two part course covering the merger and acquisition process. Part 1 describes the overall process, types of mergers, the legal process, important regulations, and due diligence. The purpose of the course is to provide the user with a solid understanding of how the merger and acquisition process works. Some prior knowledge of business and reporting relationships is useful for a complete understanding of topics covered in this course. Course Method: Workshop and Hands-On Exercise, Simulation Case Study, Training...

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Training Course:7 Knowledge Management

This course provides an overall understanding of how to implement a Knowledge Management in organization. Our programs cover the management of human knowledge systems in business and government settings. This program is design to: 1. equip a knowledge professional to assume the role of a senior manager, such as a Chief Knowledge Officer (CKO) or Chief Innovation Officer (CIO) 2. provide tools for communicating with management regarding the strategic value of knowledge and knowledge management 3. facilitate the development of business plans and...

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Training Course:6 Managing Cash Flow

Training Course:6 Managing Cash Flow This course provides a concise overview of concepts related to the management of cash flows. Some of the principles taught in this course include measurement of cash flow cycles, cash flow forecasting, and short-term financing. The purpose of this course is to introduce principles and practices related to managing cash flows.No prior knowledge of cash flow management is required although some understanding of financial management can be helpful. Course Method: Lecture and Hands-On Exercise, Simulation Case...

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Training Course:5 Managing Projects

Training Course:5 Managing Projects This course provides a good overall understanding of how to manage projects. The course includes an overview of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) developed by the Project Management Institute. The course also includes a quick outline on Earned Value Management and touches on a few advanced topics such as Enterprise Architecture. No prior knowledge is required; however some business experience will help in understanding some of the concepts. Course Method: Lecture and Hands-On Exercise, Simulation...

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Training Course:4 Leadership

Training Course:4 Leadership This course compiles some of the best thinking on leadership, outlining a framework for developing and measuring leadership effectiveness. Some managerial experience is useful since some of the concepts relate directly to management effectiveness. Course Method: Lecture and Hands-On Exercise, Simulation Case Study and certificate of completion. Contact admin@thedreamsoft.com 1700 808 ...

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Training Course:3 Going Public

Training Course:3 Going Public This course provides an outline to how a private company goes public through an Initial Public Offering or IPO. The course describes different phases and critical issues that a company must address for a successful IPO. No prior knowledge is required to complete this course. Course Method: Lecture and Hands-On Exercise, Simulation Case Study and certificate of completion. Contact admin@thedreamsoft.com 1700 808 ...

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Training Course:2 The Balanced Scorecard

This course provides a step by step guide on how to build a balanced scorecard. The course describes the development process and includes examples of actual balanced scorecards. Supplemental materials, such as excel spreadsheets, are also available. Course Level: Intermediate - An overall understanding of business and strategic planning is useful for fully understanding this course. Course Method: Lecture and Hands-On Exercise, Simulation Case Study and certificate of completion. Contact admin@thedreamsoft.com 1700 808 ...

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Training Course:1 Strategic Planning

This course provides an overall understanding of how to do a strategic plan. The course outlines the entire strategic planning process. The purpose of the course is to teach participants how the strategic planning process works. Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate - No prior knowledge of strategic planning is required. Course Method: Lecture and Hands-On Exercise, Simulation Case Study and certificate of completion. Contact admin@thedreamsoft.com 1700 808 ...

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