Academy Finance Training

Starting Tuesday 29th September 2026

Overview:

- Want to gain a better understanding of financial management for academy trusts?
- Want to feel confident that your trust is compliant with the Academy Trust Handbook?
- Want to ensure your financial operations are running as smoothly as possible?


Module 1: The Regulatory Environment
Tuesday 29th September 2026 - 09:30 - 12:30

Understanding finance roles and responsibilities; compliance with the finance regulatory environment; implementing a robust internal control system.

Module 2: Income and Budgeting
Tue 17th Nov 2026 - 09:30 - 12:30

Understanding your funding streams; setting a balanced budget, preparing a medium term financial forecast.

Module 3: Budget Monitoring and Financial Reporting
Tue 12th Jan 2027 - 09:30 - 12:30

Understanding the process of completing monthly management accounts; Interpreting financial reports; understanding the balance sheet.

Module 4: Efficient Deployment of Resources
Tue 9th Mar 2027 - 09:30 - 12:30

How to carry out financial benchmarking; understanding the principles of integrated curriculum financial planning; procurement and contract management.

Who is this course for:

This workshop is ideal for CEOs, Chief Executive Officers, Principals, Headteachers, Accounting Officers, Academy Finance Staff, School Business Leaders and Chief Financial Officers

Course Duration:

3 hours per session, 4 sessions across the course

Cost:

795