Pharma Finance for Non-Finance Managers

Driving Business Acumen.

Pharma Finance for Non-Finance Managers



The Pharma Finance for Non-Finance Managers: Driving Business Acumen is a 4-week program designed to equip non-financial professionals with the financial knowledge and business acumen required to make informed decisions in the pharmaceutical industry. By simplifying key financial concepts and applying them to real-world pharma contexts, the program empowers managers to actively contribute to budgeting, cost management, and strategic decision-making.
Through six focused modules, participants will learn how to interpret financial statements, evaluate ROI on pharma-specific projects, understand the impact of pricing and reimbursement, and incorporate financial considerations into their daily roles. The program ensures that non-finance leaders can collaborate more effectively with finance teams while driving value in their respective functions.

Duration

10 weeks


Program CURRICULUM
Module 1

Key Financial Statements in Pharma (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow - simplified).

Module 2

    Understanding Pharma Budgeting & Cost Control

Module 3

Return on Investment (ROI) & Financial Metrics in Pharma Projects (e.g., R&D investment, marketing campaigns).

Module 4

Impact of Pricing & Reimbursement on Pharma Financials.

Module 5

Basic Financial Risk Management & Compliance.

Module 6

Making Data-Driven Financial Decisions (from a non-finance perspective).

Details

Course Information

Duration: 4Weeks

Mode: On-line / Hybrid

For Whom

  • All non-finance managers and team leads

      • For Example
    • R&D Project Leads
    • Clinical Operations Managers
    • Marketing Managers
    • Sales Managers
    • HR Business Partners

Outcomes

  • Understand core financial concepts and statements relevant to pharma
  • Contribute effectively to budgeting and cost management.
  • Evaluate the financial implications of their departmental decisions.
  • Enhance business acumen and communicate effectively with finance teams.
  • Identify key financial drivers and risks in pharma operations