Financial Communication Training

Build stronger connections through clear, confident money conversations

Money discussions shouldn't feel awkward. Whether you're managing a team budget, explaining financial decisions to stakeholders, or navigating client expectations, how you communicate matters just as much as what you communicate.

This program helps professionals in Australia develop practical communication skills that make complex financial topics accessible. We focus on real workplace scenarios – the meetings, presentations, and difficult conversations that happen every day.

Professional finance team collaborating on communication strategies

What You'll Learn

Six focused modules designed around actual workplace challenges. Each one builds on practical examples from Australian businesses.

1

Translating Financial Concepts

Turn spreadsheets and reports into stories people understand. Learn which details matter to different audiences and how to present numbers without overwhelming your listeners.

2

Navigating Budget Conversations

Handle resource allocation discussions with clarity and confidence. Practise explaining constraints, exploring alternatives, and finding common ground when priorities conflict.

3

Presenting Financial Updates

Structure quarterly reviews, variance reports, and forecast presentations that keep stakeholders engaged. Focus on trends and insights rather than drowning in data.

4

Handling Difficult Discussions

Approach uncomfortable topics like cost overruns, funding rejections, or performance concerns with professionalism. Build frameworks for maintaining relationships during tough conversations.

5

Cross-Department Collaboration

Bridge the gap between finance and other teams who speak different workplace languages. Develop strategies that build understanding rather than create frustration.

6

Written Financial Communication

Craft emails, memos, and reports that get read and understood. Master tone, structure, and clarity for different contexts and audiences.

Learn From Practitioners

Our instructors bring decades of combined experience from Australian finance, consulting, and business communication roles. They understand the challenges because they've lived them.

Nessa Kowalczyk - Finance Communication Instructor

Nessa Kowalczyk

Senior Finance Consultant

Spent 15 years helping CFOs explain complex financial strategies to boards and teams. Now focuses on teaching others how to make those conversations less painful.

Rhiannon Botha - Corporate Communication Specialist

Rhiannon Botha

Corporate Communication Specialist

Built communication frameworks for finance teams across Melbourne and Sydney. Believes most money problems are actually communication problems in disguise.

Leonie Thorsen - Business Finance Advisor

Leonie Thorsen

Business Finance Advisor

Works with mid-sized companies navigating growth challenges. Knows exactly which financial messages land well with investors, staff, and stakeholders.

Next Intake: September 2025

Ready to Transform Your Financial Conversations?

Program Duration

Eight weeks with flexible evening sessions designed for working professionals. Two hours weekly, plus optional practice workshops.

Learning Format

Hybrid delivery combining online instruction with in-person practice sessions at our Forrest location. Choose what works for your schedule.

Group Size

Capped at 15 participants to ensure everyone gets personalized feedback and coaching on their specific communication challenges.

Prerequisites

No formal finance qualifications needed. This program suits anyone who regularly discusses money matters at work and wants to do it better.