L-05: Financial Stakeholder Communication
Part of the Leadership Series (C1)
Objective:
Explain financial decisions and results to diverse audiences clearly, accurately, and credibly – using precise language and a professional tone.
Key Language Areas
🧮 Complex Topics in Plain English
Simplify financial data, avoid jargon, and highlight key messages effectively.
📈 Risk, Forecast & Return
Communicate assumptions transparently, outline ranges and limitations clearly.
🙋♀️ Responding Diplomatically
Handle critical questions with composure, respond precisely, and manage uncertainty.
🔎 Transparency & Rationale
Anchor key figures, explain methodology briefly, and justify decisions clearly.
Typical Course Activities
📊 Presenting Results
Prepare and present quarterly or project figures for non-financial managers.
💬 Simulated Budget Review
Role-play: explain assumptions, compare alternatives, and provide recommendations.
✉️ Translating Technical Reports
Convert a technical financial report into an accessible stakeholder update.
Ideal for C1 participants who need to communicate financial information clearly, credibly, and with audience awareness.