Certificate in
Applied Business Finance
Department of Organisation and Professional Development
Certificate in Applied Business Finance
Programme Details
In Brief
Department & School
Department of Organisation and Professional Development
Location
MTU Bishopstown Campus, Cork
Mode of Study
Part-time
Method of Delivery
Online
Duration
One Semester
Commencement Date
September 2026
Course Fee
€930
Credits
10 ECTS
Enquiries
- Mick O'Callaghan
- mick.ocallaghan@mtu.ie
Overview
Professionals in disciplines such as HR, Engineering, Supply Chain, IT, and Project Management, etc., often play a critical role in a company’s financial success, yet many lack the formal finance background needed to contribute confidently to financial decision-making.
The Certificate in Applied Business Finance is designed to bridge this gap by equipping non-finance professionals with the knowledge and skills to support and enhance their organisation’s financial performance. This programme builds confidence in understanding financial reports, develops practical skills in budgeting, cash flow analysis, and financial planning, and equips learners to engage credibly with finance teams and support data-driven decisions.
What will I study?
You will study key financial principles including budgeting, interpreting financial statements, cash flow analysis, and investment appraisal.
The course focuses on practical skills to support financial decision-making, using real-world tools like ROI, DCF, and financial ratio analysis, all delivered through applied assignments and live online classes.
Career Options
The course enables participants to develop a practical understanding of budgeting, financial reporting, and investment analysis, core skills that allow them to collaborate more effectively with finance teams and contribute to strategic planning and performance improvement.
It is particularly valuable for professionals seeking to move into leadership or strategic roles, where financial insight and commercial awareness are essential. Additionally, the course serves as a valuable introduction for those considering a career pivot into finance or business management roles, providing a practical taster of the financial responsibilities such positions entail.
By enhancing financial literacy and decision-making capabilities, the course strengthens participants’ ability to align operational activities with broader business objectives, ultimately enhancing their professional profile and readiness for senior responsibility.
Progression
Completion of this course offers possible exemptions to further programmes, including MBA Strategy, MSc International Business, and more.
FAQs
This course is ideal for professionals from non-financial backgrounds who want to gain practical financial skills for decision-making and leadership.
No. The course is designed for those without prior finance education. Experience in a professional role is sufficient, and prior learning can be recognised through RPL.
The course is delivered fully online over one semester, with live weekly sessions and recorded content for flexible access.
You’ll complete two applied assessments: a company financial analysis report and an investment proposal with financial projections and ROI analysis.
Yes. The certificate provides a strong foundation for progression to MBA or MSc programmes.
Expect to spend 5 to 8 hours per week on classes, readings, and assignments, depending on your background and pace.
Applications
Course Fee: €930
Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €300 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee.
Note: You will not be charged for applying for the programme by clicking the ‘apply now’ button; you are only asked to pay an acceptance fee if a place is offered to you, and you wish to accept it.
Mick O’Callaghan
mick.ocallaghan@mtu.ie