Corporate Finance #6 Management of Current Assets

Maximizing Liquidity and Profitability: Strategic Management of Current Assets in Corporate Finance

In this comprehensive course, we will delve into the essential principles and strategies of managing current assets from a corporate finance perspective. By understanding the intricacies of current asset management, you will learn how to strike the perfect balance between liquidity and profitability, ensuring the financial stability and success of your organization.

Throughout the course, we will tackle various current asset classes, including cash, accounts receivable, inventory, and marketable securities. By exploring real-world examples and engaging problem-solving exercises, you will gain practical insights into effective current asset management techniques. The course offers a combination of presentation-style examples and hands-on practice using Excel worksheets, allowing you to reinforce your learning through practical application.

One of the focal points of the course is cash management, which lies at the core of a sound current asset strategy. You will discover strategies to optimize cash flow, ensuring you have sufficient liquidity to meet your financial obligations in a timely manner. Moreover, we will explore the efficient collection of accounts receivable, utilizing techniques such as cash discounts to enhance cash flow while weighing the associated costs.

Achieving an optimal level of inventory turnover is another key objective. By reducing holding costs and minimizing the risk of spoilage or obsolescence, you can significantly enhance your organization’s performance. Additionally, we will discuss the concept of a just-in-time (JIT) inventory system, which aims to minimize inventory levels while maintaining smooth production and delivery processes.

Join us on this transformative journey to master the art of current asset management and unleash the potential for enhanced liquidity and profitability. Enroll today to gain the skills and knowledge to effectively manage current assets, optimize cash flow, and make informed decisions in a corporate finance context.

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