Global Innovative Leadership: Budget Planning
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What is the primary function of pro forma financials?

  • To project future financial performance (correct)
  • To present historical data
  • To report on cash flow
  • To summarize profit and loss

Which financial report is NOT considered one of the three basic financial reports needed by business owners?

  • Tax return (correct)
  • Profit and loss statement
  • Balance sheet
  • Cash flow statement

What distinguishes proactive financial management from reactive financial management?

  • Proactive management waits for issues to resolve on their own
  • Proactive management focuses solely on historical data
  • Proactive management utilizes projections for planning (correct)
  • Proactive management is based purely on intuition

How frequently is monthly financial analysis preferred?

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Which of the following is a typical role of an accountant or business consultant in financial management?

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What does financial control help a business owner establish?

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Which type of manager is likely to go from crisis to crisis without noticing new opportunities?

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What is a common characteristic of financial software used by business owners?

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What was the primary source of information Ryan used to create the first budget for Kiwi?

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How long did Ryan spend researching the market before starting Kiwi?

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What was the focus of Ryan's market research for Kiwi?

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What type of business did Ryan aim to establish with Kiwi?

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What method did Ryan utilize to gather data from potential customers?

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What was Ryan's stance on involving financial professionals in the budgeting process?

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For how long did the first budget period last?

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What type of data did Ryan analyze after conducting his surveys?

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What does the cost of goods sold/sales section of the income statement primarily represent?

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Why might a business choose to break out sales and cost of goods sold into separate categories?

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What is the primary goal of any business in relation to gross profit?

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What could happen if a business sets its retail prices too high compared to competitors?

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What defines fixed expenses in a business context?

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Why is maximizing gross profit critical for operating a profitable business?

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In what scenario might lowering retail prices lead to insufficient gross profit?

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What is a potential consequence of having too many fixed expenses?

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What features do the financial calculators from Vertex42 offer?

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Which of the following are types of templates offered by Office Budget Templates?

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How do management games like Capstone Simulation benefit business managers?

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What is a key advantage of using templates for starting a project?

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What purpose do simulations serve in business education?

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What is described as a subtle distinction in the text?

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What do participants learn from the introductory exercises in the Capstone Simulation?

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What advantage do participants gain by interpreting financial reports in a simulation?

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What was Ryan's main principle in managing his business?

<p>Staying informed about all aspects of the business. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often did Ryan check if the actual numbers matched the planned budget?

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What was Nicky’s role in the restaurant?

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What target revenue did Ryan set for the restaurant per working hour?

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Why did Ryan choose not to set targets for employees?

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What strategy did Kiwi adopt regarding pricing?

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What was a significant factor in attracting new customers to Kiwi?

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What did Ryan prioritize over budget analysis when building Kiwi?

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What does Ryan identify as more important than monetary motivation when starting a new company?

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Why does Ryan prefer to work with young people?

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According to Ryan, what is a major challenge in finding suitable candidates for a company?

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What aspect of motivation does Ryan consider less effective compared to extrinsic methods?

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What impact did Ryan's approach to hiring young people have on Kiwi?

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What is a key benefit of extrinsic motivation according to Ryan?

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What does Ryan suggest is necessary for effective recruitment?

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What type of working environment does Ryan encourage in relation to kitchen staff and waiters?

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Flashcards

Proactive Financial Management

Using financial projections to anticipate and address potential business problems and opportunities.

Reactive Financial Management

Responding to financial problems only when they arise.

Financial Statements (Financials)

The balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and cash flow statement used to monitor and understand a company's financial health.

Pro Forma Financials

Projected financial statements for future periods, typically 3 years.

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Financial Controls

Guidelines and policies to manage a business's finances effectively, promoting success and growth.

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Chart of Accounts

A standardized numbering system for business accounts, unique for each business.

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Monthly Financial Analysis

Preferred method for keeping track of business performance.

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Financial Management Software

Software to record financial data, develop reports, and manage accounts.

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Financial Calculators

Tools for debt reduction and money management.

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Business Templates

Pre-made spreadsheet layouts for businesses.

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Office Budget Templates

Free Microsoft Office templates for budgeting & finance.

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Management Games

Educational simulations to teach business and finance.

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Capstone Simulation

A well-known business education simulation focusing on finance.

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Budget Simulation

A simulation of budget creation and management.

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Financial Reports

Documents presenting a company's financial status.

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Strategic Steps

Actions taken to improve a company's position.

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Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)

The direct cost of producing or acquiring products for resale or providing services.

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Gross Profit

The difference between the revenue from sales and the cost of goods sold.

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Pricing Strategy

A plan for setting the price of a product or service.

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Operating Expenses

All expenses involved in running a business, other than the cost of goods sold.

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Fixed Expenses

Expenses that don't change with the level of sales.

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Variable Expenses

Expenses that change based on sales levels.

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Profit and Loss Statement

A financial statement that shows a company's revenues and expenses over a period of time.

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Net Income

The profit remaining after all costs, including operating expenses have been deducted.

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What is a 'budget'?

A financial plan that outlines expected income and expenses for a specific period, usually one year.

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Why is market research important for budgeting?

Market research helps entrepreneurs understand customer needs and preferences, allowing them to create realistic sales projections for their budget.

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Revenue forecasting

Estimating the amount of money a business expects to earn from sales during a specific period.

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Cost model

An analysis of the different expenses associated with producing and selling a product or service.

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Return on investment (ROI)

A measure of the profitability of an investment, calculated by dividing net profit by the initial investment.

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What's the primary source of information for Kiwi's budget?

Market research, specifically customer surveys and interviews, were the key sources of information for Kiwi's budget.

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Why did Ryan rely on his own expertise?

Ryan believed that as the business owner, he had a deep understanding of his business and its needs, making him the best person to create a budget.

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What is the key takeaway for creating a successful budget?

Base your budget on understanding your target audience and what they want, rather than simply creating a product and hoping to sell it.

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Extrinsic Motivation

Motivating employees through external factors like recognition, rewards, or opportunities, rather than internal factors like personal satisfaction.

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Intrinsic Motivation

Motivating employees through internal factors like personal satisfaction, achievement, and a sense of purpose.

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Nonmonetary Motivation

Motivating employees through non-financial means like appreciation, recognition, training, and opportunities for growth.

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Recruitment Process

The systematic process of finding and selecting qualified candidates to fill open positions within an organization.

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Why is it important to find the right people?

Finding people who align with your company's vision and values is crucial for success. Hiring the right people ensures they are motivated, engaged, and contribute effectively to your goals.

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Important factor when starting a new company?

Having a team of people who understand and share your vision is more important than financial resources. This ensures alignment and commitment, driving success.

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Young vs. Experienced employees

Young employees are often more adaptable and open to learning new ways of doing things. While experienced employees may already have established practices.

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What is 'your way'?

It refers to the unique approach or strategy that you want to use to differentiate your company from competitors. It requires finding people who are willing to learn and embrace this new approach.

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Why is information important?

Staying up-to-date on business operations is crucial for identifying problems early and making timely decisions.

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What is the core focus of Kiwi’s business?

Kiwi prioritized immediate customer service and high-quality product (food) over extensive budgeting analysis.

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What was the key metric for Kiwi's financial performance?

Kiwi set a revenue target of 90 euros per working hour, which aimed to cover expenses and generate a small profit.

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How was Kiwi’s financial management implemented?

Ryan relied on weekly budget checks, but avoided detailed analysis. Instead, he focused on achieving the 90 euro per hour target through direct communication and employee performance monitoring.

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Who was responsible for managing Kiwi's employees?

Nicky, the general manager, was responsible for the performance of all staff and received a bonus when the weekly target was met.

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What role did social control play in employee motivation at Kiwi?

The 'social control' among employees, where employees are expected to perform well and follow the company's standards, motivated them to work efficiently.

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How did the target-driven approach affect employee management at Kiwi?

Employees did not have individual targets, but their performance was assessed by Nicky, based on their contribution to the overall 90 euro per hour target.

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What can be learned from Kiwi's financial management?

Focusing on core business goals and operational efficiency, while employing simple financial controls, can be an effective strategy for smaller businesses to achieve profitability.

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Study Notes

Global Innovative Leadership Module - Budget and Financial Planning

  • Module Focus: Budgeting and financial planning for global innovative leadership
  • Entity: Erasmus+ Strategic Partnership for Youth
  • Year: 2015-2-TR01-KA205-022935
  • Website: www.eleaderstochange.com

Chapter 1: Theoretical Background

  • Budgeting Definition: A quantitative expression of a plan for a defined period, including sales, resources, costs, and cash flow. Must be expressed in monetary terms and quantified.
  • Purpose of Budgeting: Planning operations, identifying potential issues, coordinating departments, and motivating managers to meet goals.
  • Budget Types: Sales budget (estimating future sales), Production budget (units to meet sales goals), Capital budget (long-term investments), Cash flow/cash budget (future cash), Marketing budget (promotion costs), Project budget (project costs) and Revenue budget (government revenue).

Chapter 2: Application

  • Steps for a Better Business Budget: 6 steps to create a better business budget (details not provided.)
  • Smart Ways for Trimming a Company's Budget: 7 practical ways to trim company costs (details not provided).

Chapter 3: Tools

  • Vertex 42: Professional spreadsheet templates for personal, home, and business use.
  • Microsoft Office Budget Templates: Offers ready-made budget and finance templates.
  • Capstone Simulation: Management game simulation for teaching financial and managerial concepts.
  • Other Tools: YNAB, Quicken, Mint, Free Budget Worksheet, Budget Calculator (links provided to outside resources)

Chapter 4: Case Studies

  • Kiwi Restaurant: A case study of a successful Maastricht-based restaurant targeting student customers. The restaurant was a library, restaurant, bar and diner, all in one.

Chapter 1, continued

  • Importance of Budgeting: Budgeting helps to forecast revenues and expenses, measure financial performance and establish cost constraint for projects.

Chapter 2, continued

  • Important aspects of budgeting: Determining revenue vs. expenses to know if a business has enough money to sustain operations and make a profit. Budgeting should evaluate any business’ current financial situation and how it can be improved.

Chapter 2, Continued

  • Information needed for business budgeting: Business owners need insights into what their expenses should be to maintain and grow their businesses operations.

Chapter 2, continued

  • Budgeting parameters: Rent, mortgage, utility bills, payroll expenses, costs of goods sold, raw materials, interest, and tax payments are crucial for developing a realistic budget.

Chapter 2, continued

  • How to approach revenue in a business budget: It is important to look at historical data, analyze recent trends, and conduct industry research to make accurate assumptions of future revenue.
  • Importance of budgeting: Allows an owner to understand a company's revenue and expenses, to ensure enough funds are available. This process assists with decision making for a company, to identify areas for improvement and to help keep the business from going into debt.

Chapter 2, continued

  • Tools: Spreadsheets are commonly used to project revenues and costs.
  • Importance of Slack: Including a buffer or extra revenue in budgeting accounts for unexpected expenses or market changes.

Chapter 2, continued

  • Cost cutting tips: To reduce costs, small business owners need to evaluate items that can be controlled to avoid unexpected expenses during periods of tight budgets or lack of cash flow.

Chapter 2, Continued

  • Business reviews: Evaluating a business on a regular basis helps establish current and future revenue estimations, forecast what may happen in the future, and ensure that there are funds available for business operations.

Chapter 2, continued

  • Importance of financial controls in a business: Analyzing financial reports (balance sheet, profit and loss statement, cash flow statement) is vital for understanding business position relative to goals.

Chapter 2, continued

  • Tools and examples: Business owners may use spreadsheets, templates (such as from Microsoft Office), or simulators for developing a company budget.

Chapter 2, continued

  • Tools examples: Other tools including YNAB (You Need a Budget), Quicken, Mint (other budgeting tools).

Chapter 3, continued

  • Tools for videos: The Art of Startup Finance, Financial Budgeting, Operating Budget (online resources).

Chapter 4, case study cont.

  • Kiwi Restaurant: Using surveys and interviews to establish market demand, understanding customer needs and how much willing they are to spend.
  • Kiwi Restaurant: Developing a detailed budget to ensure profits and sustainability.
  • Kiwi Restaurant: Tracking and analyzing real-time performance against the budget.

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