Introduction

Business acumen refers to the ability to understand and effectively navigate the key drivers of business success. This program equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills necessary to make informed strategic decisions, evaluate financial performance, and contribute to the overall growth of the organization. Whether in a leadership role or preparing for one, developing business acumen is fundamental to achieving long-term impact.

Keywords

Business acumen, strategic decision-making, financial literacy, organizational growth, performance metrics, leadership, value creation

What You Learn

1

How to read and interpret financial statements to support strategic and operational decisions. 

2

An overview of key business drivers and their impact on performance and competitiveness. 

3

Techniques to align decision-making with broader strategic objectives. 

4

Methods to evaluate risks and identify opportunities that enhance value creation. 

5

The role of market trends, competitive positioning, and customer insights in shaping strategy. 

6

Ways to communicate with influence by applying a strong understanding of business fundamentals.

This Is For You If

The goal is to build stronger business judgment, improve strategic thinking, and actively contribute to organizational success.

How You Benefit

Enhance decision-making capabilities through a solid grasp of financial and operational data.

Identify and act on key performance indicators that drive business outcomes.

Contribute more effectively to strategy execution and organizational alignment.

Earn greater credibility by demonstrating insight into business performance and value creation.

The Silver Brook Advantage

End-to-End Program Management

Every program is managed end to end by the SB team through reminders, attendance, assignments, mentorships, and tests.

Going the Extra Mile

Each program is designed and delivered with a focus on maximizing learning outcomes and achieving the terminal objectives.

The Personal Touch

Our programs are tailor-made to our partner organizations and their individual learners.

Integration across Disciplines

Programs across Life Skills, Leadership, Business, and Technology for all industry sectors.

Why Learn from

Silver Brook

20,000

programs conducted in nearly 2 decades.

80%

of our clients are Fortune 500 companies.

92

out of 100 learners recommend our programs to others (NPS score).

483,000+

professionals have leveled up their skills and mindsets.

42%

of our programs are mandatory for some clients’ employees.

80%

of clients repeat our programs.

800

years of collective experience in planning and upskilling.

50+

Facilitators come from top management and leadership roles.

27

countries and growing…

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