Business Owner Financial Literacy
Take control of your business finances and build long-term wealth with this practical, hands-on workshop designed specifically for business owners. Over two full-day intensive sessions, you’ll learn simple, effective systems to manage cash flow, improve profitability, and make smarter financial decisions with confidence.
This course covers essential financial foundations including creating a predictable cash flow system, paying yourself consistently, understanding key tax timing basics (general education only), improving margins through better pricing discipline, and managing debt and risk across both business and personal finances. You’ll also explore strategies for building wealth inside and outside your business and preparing for exit or retirement.
Course Structure
- Day 1: Cash flow systems, profit fundamentals, and implementing an effective owner-pay system.
- Day 2: Tax basics (general education), risk protection, investing inside and outside the business, and exit readiness planning.
Learning Outcomes
- Set up a weekly cash flow rhythm, buffer plan, and account structure for greater control.
- Implement a structured owner-pay system aligned to your lifestyle needs.
- Track essential KPIs, manage risk, and apply simple ROI thinking for reinvestment and wealth creation.
Schedule & Pricing
- 2 x full-day weekend intensive workshops (9:00am–3:00pm).
- Location: Sydney Community College, Rozelle.
- Course fee: $179.
Additional Information
- No prior financial knowledge required.
- Statement of Completion provided.
Details
You will learn
- Build a simple, stress-reducing cash flow system
- Create a consistent and sustainable owner-pay structure
- Improve profit and plan for long-term wealth and exit
You will get
- Statement of Completion
Appropriate for
Small business owners and self-employed professionals seeking better financial control, profitability and long-term planning.
Preparation
What to bring
- Notebook and pen or laptop
- Calculator
What to wear
Casual
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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