This beginner-friendly course explores why businesses need finance, the main types of financial products, how brokers help secure funding, and the basics of industry regulation.
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Description
This training program is ideal for those new to commercial finance, offering a solid foundation in its core principles and the role it plays in supporting business operations. Participants will learn why businesses seek external funding and explore a variety of financial products tailored to different funding needs, while gaining insight into how brokers assist clients in securing finance.
The course also introduces key regulatory bodies that ensure industry compliance and ethical standards. Learners will develop basic product knowledge and understand the distinctions between financial solutions available in the market, making this program a valuable stepping stone toward more advanced training in specific finance products and practices.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the finance industry and market landscape, and clearly define what commercial finance is.
- Understand why businesses seek external funding, and identify different types of borrowing entities and how they vary.
- Recognise how funders categorise security and understand the offerings of various lenders in the marketplace.
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the full range of finance products available and determine where each is most appropriately applied.
