Finance and Accounting for Office Administrators & Secretaries

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Finance and Accounting for Office Administrators & Secretaries

Contributing & Benefiting from Accounting and Finance Systems

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
01 - 05 Dec 2025 Dubai $ 5,950
27 - 31 Jul 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
30 Nov - 04 Dec 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
Online Schedule
01 - 05 Dec 2025 Online $ 3,950
30 Nov - 04 Dec 2026 Online $ 3,950

Introduction

This Finance and Accounting training course for Office Administrators & Secretaries provides an introduction to finance and accounting for those who have no prior knowledge of this business area. It is designed to train the participants to support operational and financial processes. Those attending this Finance and Accounting training course will gain a clear understanding of the essential terminology of finance and accounting. They will also learn the principles and techniques of accounting systems through practical examples and exercises.

The overall aim of this Finance & Accounting for Office Administrators & Secretaries training course is to ensure that those who attend will be able to perform their roles more effectively and efficiently within the workplace.

The highlights of this GLOMACS Finance and Accounting for Office Administrators & Secretaries training course will be:

  • The Basic Principles of Accounting clearly explained
  • Knowledge and Confidence in Accounting for a range of business transactions will be developed by using straightforward worked examples
  • Simple but Effective Tools for Analysing your Business Performance and Position
  • Basic Management Accounting Principles that help to ensure your business is efficient and profitable
  • How and Why the Use of Budgets can help to achieve overall business targets and objectives

Objectives

At the end of this Finance and Accounting for Office Administrators & Secretaries training course participants will:

  • Appreciate the importance of the accounting and finance function
  • Understand accounting for routine business transactions
  • Be able to prepare simple financial statements
  • Be able to analyse company performance using basic ratios
  • Be aware of costing and budgeting techniques to maintain efficiency and profitability

Training Methodology

This Finance and Accounting training course is highly interactive: in the very first session you will be working with case exercises and solving problems. You will be encouraged to make the link between the training room and your office and organisation.

This Finance and Accounting for Office Administrators & Secretaries training course will utilise a range of learning methodologies, including short presentations with opportunity for question and answer, exercises and mini cases to develop knowledge and skills, and group discussions where you can share your opinions and experiences with your fellow delegates.

Organisational Impact

As a result of attending this Finance and Accounting for Office Administrators & Secretaries training course, your employees will:

  • Be able to make more effective contributions to workplace meetings and discussions
  • Have the knowledge and skills to assist their managers more effectively
  • Appreciate the importance of finance and accounting within their organisation
  • Be motivated to use their acquired skills and knowledge to add value to their role within the organisation
  • Understand and be able to interpret basic financial statements and reports
  • Be more willing to take ownership of financial responsibilities in their organisational role

Personal Impact

What will the employee gain from attending this Finance and Accounting for Office Administrators & Secretaries training course? 

  • You will acquire skills and knowledge that will help your personal development within the organisation
  • You will improve your working role
  • You will become more aware of the major issues facing your business
  • It will enable you to further your professional skills.
  • It will enable you to liaise effectively with line managers and other departments
  • It will improve your status in the organisation as those around you realise and appreciate your knowledge and understanding

Who should Attend?

This Finance & Accounting for Office Administrators & Secretaries training course is suitable for a wide range of non-financial employees within the organization. It is designed for those who contribute to, and use, all types of financial information within the organization. Examples are: 

  • Secretaries
  • Office Administrators
  • Personal Assistants and Executive Assistants
  • Administrative Professionals and Support Staff
  • Production and Marketing Professionals
  • Anyone wishing to increase or update their awareness and understanding of finance and accounting methods and terminology
Course Outline
Day 1

Introduction to Finance and Accounting

  • The Three Meanings of Finance
  • How Finance supports the roles of Office Administrators and Secretaries?
  • The Two Types of Accounting – financial (external) and management (internal)
  • The Basic Principles of the Double-entry Financial Accounting System
  • How to Record Transactions in the Financial Accounting System?
  • The Contribution Made by Office Administrators and Secretaries                                                                        
Day 2

The Financial Statements

  • Understanding the Income Statement
  • The Four Levels of Profit, and What They Signify
  • Understanding the Balance Sheet
  • Measuring the Consumption of Non-current Assets by Depreciation, Amortization, and Impairment
  • What is inventory, and how is it valued?
  • The Cash Flow Statement – Why we need it, and How it is prepared
Day 3

Evaluation of Financial Statements

  • The Annual Reports of Public Companies – format and content                                      
  • Who are the company stakeholders and what are their information needs?                
  • Why we need to analyse these reports in order to understand them?          
  • How to calculate Accounting Ratios?                                                 
  • How to use Ratio Analysis to assess performance?                      
Day 4

Introduction to Management Accounting

  • Collecting and Analysing Costs for the Management Accounting Database                                                                
  • Understanding Direct Costs and Indirect Costs                         
  • Preparing Cost Structures for our Products and Services               
  • Using Cost Structures to Determine our Break-even Point
  • Making Cost-effective Decisions using Cost-Volume-Profit Analysis
Day 5

Budgets

  • Why do we need budgets? – the link between corporate strategy and operations at all levels of the organisation
  • The Budget Preparation Process – timetables, documentation and procedures
  • Preparing a Departmental Budget 
  • Preparing the Cash Budget  
  • Comparing Actual Performance with the Budget using Variance Analysis    
  • The Essential Role of Office Administrators and Secretaries in Budget Preparation   
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates. Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
Providers

Endorsed Education Provider

KHDA
NASBA

Frequently Asked Question:

GLOMACS offers both online andperson training options. You can choose from interactive virtual sessions or attend one of our globally locatedperson training courses. The flexibility ensures that learning fits your schedule and preferences.
Yes, GLOMACS provides customized training solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of organizations. We work closely with companies to design bespoke training courses that address their unique challenges and objectives.
Our courses are structured to provide a balanced mix of theory and practical application. They typically include presentations, case studies, group discussions,on activities, and interactive Q&A sessions to maximize learning outcomes.
For detailed information about specific courses, including course content, schedules, and instructors, you can visit our website or contact our customer service team. They will be happy to provide all the information you need to make an informed decision.
You can register for a GLOMACS training course by visiting our website, selecting the course of your choice, and following the simple registration process. You can also contact our support team for assistance with the registration process.
Attending a GLOMACS training course offers numerous benefits, including enhanced professional skills, increased employability,recognized certification, networking opportunities with peers and experts, and the chance to apply practical knowledge directly to your workplace.
GLOMACS is a globally recognized leader in professional training and development, with a reputation for deliveringquality,driven training courses. We offer a broad spectrum of training courses taught by expert trainers, flexible delivery options (both online andperson), and accredited certifications that add real value to your career.

Yes, upon successful completion of any of our training courses, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates. This certificate is a valuable addition to your professional portfolio and is recognized across various industries.

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