Finance & Money · Self-paced course
Cash Flow Management
Manage your operating cash cycle, build a rolling 13-week cash forecast, and plan receivables, payables, buffers, and seasonal swings deliberately.Educational content only — not financial, tax, or investment advice.
$350
One-time payment · Self-paced course · 6 modules · 18 lessons
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What this is
A business can be profitable on paper and still struggle to pay its bills on time. Cash flow management is the ongoing practice of knowing when money will arrive, when it must leave, and how much cushion you have in between. This course teaches you to map your operating cash cycle, build and maintain a rolling 13-week cash forecast, manage the timing of receivables and payables, size a cash buffer, and plan around seasonal swings. The focus is the day-to-day cash management of an established operating business. What you gain depends on your situation and how consistently you apply the practices.
You work through it at your own pace, lesson by lesson, applying each exercise to your own situation. It is educational content only, not financial, tax, legal or investment advice, and it does not promise any financial result. For decisions about your own situation, speak to a qualified professional.
What you will be able to do
- Explain why profit and cash differ and identify the timing gaps in your business.
- Map and measure your operating cash cycle using receivable, inventory, and payable days.
- Build a rolling 13-week cash forecast with realistic receipts and disbursements lines.
- Set credit terms and run a consistent collections routine to speed up customer payments.
- Schedule supplier payments deliberately while protecting relationships and avoiding late fees.
The curriculum
Cash Flow Fundamentals
- Profit Is Not Cash
- Operating, Investing, and Financing Cash Flows
- Knowing Your True Cash Position
The Operating Cash Cycle
- Mapping Your Cash Conversion Cycle
- Measuring Receivable, Inventory, and Payable Days
- Shortening the Cycle Without Hurting Operations
The 13-Week Cash Forecast
- How a 13-Week Cash Forecast Works
- Building Receipts and Disbursements Lines
- Rolling the Forecast and Tracking Accuracy
Receivables and Payables Timing
- Setting Credit Terms and Invoicing Practices
- A Collections Routine That Keeps Cash Moving
- Managing Payables Deliberately
Cash Buffers and Risk
- Sizing Your Operating Cash Reserve
- Early Warning Signs and Cash Triggers
- Contingency Levers When Cash Gets Tight
Seasonal Planning in Practice
- Mapping Your Seasonal Cash Pattern
- Planning Inventory, Staffing, and Spending Around Seasons
- Your Ongoing Cash Management Rhythm
This is for you if…
- Your business is profitable on paper but cash is often tight
- You want a rolling 13-week cash forecast
- You want to manage receivables and payables deliberately
- You want a cash buffer and a plan for shortfalls
What you get
- 6 modules and 18 lessons, self-paced
- A short practical exercise at the end of every lesson
- A free preview lesson so you can check the format before you buy
- Access in your CourseVu account after a one-time payment
- A clear, ordered path from the fundamentals to applying the skill in your own work
Questions
Do I need any experience to start?
This course is for owners, managers, and finance or operations staff in operating small and mid-sized businesses who want more control over cash timing. It suits anyone who has felt surprised by a tight month, manages invoicing or bill payments, or needs to plan for seasonal peaks and slow periods.
How long does it take?
It is self-paced. There are 6 modules and 18 lessons, and you can move through them as quickly or slowly as suits you.
Can I see a lesson before I buy?
Yes. Use the "Read a free preview lesson" button to open a full lesson from the course before you enroll.
Does this promise income or business results?
No. It is educational content only, not financial, tax, legal or investment advice, and it does not promise any financial result. For decisions about your own situation, speak to a qualified professional.
Does this include a certification or credential?
No. This is a practical skills course for your own learning. It does not award a certification, licence or professional credential.
Educational content only. No income, revenue or earnings results are promised or implied. What you get out of this depends entirely on your own effort, circumstances and market. Earnings disclaimer.