For Non-Financial Managers
Goodman Group’s Financial Management (for Non-Financial Managers) program is specifically designed to bridge the gap in financial understanding for those who lead without a formal background in finance.
Tailored for current and aspiring leaders across sectors, this hybrid program offers a comprehensive exploration of financial concepts in four sessions. This program will equip participants with the essential tools for effective budget planning and financial management, all without the prerequisite of extensive financial training. Whether you’re adapting to a recent promotion or seeking a deeper understanding of financial dynamics, this program provides a platform for genuine skill development and practical insights to navigate the complexities of financial management in diverse professional landscapes.
“The course content was excellent for the level of Leadership in the room. The course and the simulation exercise will be readily applied in the real world to great success. Amazing what a few days can do!”
– Steve Janzen, Director of Operations | Strategic Planning, Operational Excellence
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of financial concepts, terminology and methodologies, enabling a solid foundation in finance principles for effective leadership
- Enhance skills in proposing, analyzing and evaluating financial decisions, fostering a strategic approach to financial planning and decision-making processes
- Acquire an understanding of accounting principles and budget management techniques, essential for overseeing financial operations and ensuring fiscal responsibility
- Understand financial analysis while developing effective reporting and cost estimating skills, crucial for accurate financial oversight and strategic resource allocation
The Financial Management (for Non-Financial Managers) program will be led by Dr. Jingyu (Jennifer) Li – Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs and Professor of Accounting, Goodman School of Business at Brock University.
Dr. Li began teaching at Goodman School of Business in 2003. She holds a PhD in accounting from Massey University, a MAcc from Missouri State University. She also has her Chartered Professional Accounts (CPA) of Ontario, and teaching certificate from Massey University and Ivey School of Business at Western University.
At Goodman, Dr. Li is Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs, She is a member of committee which established the MPAC (Master of Professional Accountancy) program, and an instrumental member to apply and receive CPA Ontario accreditation for the MPAC program. She developed the Accounting for Government and Not-for-Profit organizations in 2019, the only accounting for NPOs course in Canada.
Dr. Li was the Director of Confucius Institute at Brock University (CIBU), an organization dedicated to the appreciation of Chinese culture and supporting the cultural needs of the University and beyond. She was the founding Director of the CPA Ontario Center for Public Policy and Innovation in Accounting, a research center that provide research funding and various professional development and academic exchange activities. The Center successfully hosted symposiums and webinars which have global impact on major issues such as the future of Accounting, business after pandemic and accounting reporting for sustainability.
Dr. Li is on the editorial board of Journal of Economic Science Research. Periodically, she peer-reviewed for the Canadian Academic Accounting Association (CAAA) Annual Conference and the Administrative Sciences Association of Canada (ASAC) Conference.
Fall 2025 : Dates Coming Soon
To learn more about the program, please email us at prodev@brocku.ca.
$1,790 + HST per participant.
Financial assistance available:
- Group pricing and alumni discounts available
- Canada-Ontario Jobs Grant Funding (COJG) available to cover up to 80% of program fees (conditions apply)
Contact us at prodev@brocku.ca to learn more about the program.
