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BFR Training - Optimising Company Cash Flow

Course created on July 27, 2026Updated on October 5, 2026

On quote$5,775

5 days
Onsite
10 people max.

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Ref: OGB775

10 people max.

On quote$5,775

In-company rate: on quotefrom $10,395 for the whole team

On-site and certification exam on quote

5 days

Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

Without mastering BFR, 65% of SMEs lose more than 20% of cash to unnecessary inefficiencies, triggering costly bank overdrafts at 8-12% annually.
Companies that ignore BFR optimization face 40% longer payment delays, creating supplier tensions and market opportunity losses estimated at 150k€ per year.
In 2024, 52% of executives without BFR skills cited in audits risk losing their positions to agile competitors.
Every quarter without oversight exposes the company to bankruptcy and permanently widens the competitive gap.

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Learning objectives

Master the fundamentals of BFR for professional cash management
Calculate BFR from financial statements in a company
Identify the key components influencing BFR
Develop skills to anticipate working capital needs
Analyse real-world cases of BFR optimisation in professional contexts
Implement Excel tools to track and manage BFR on a daily basis

Program

Module 1BFR Fundamentals: definition, role and basic formulas (balance sheet examples, cash flow impacts)

Dive into the essential concepts of BFR through interactive explanations and examples from real SMEs, manually calculate BFR on a simplified balance sheet using Excel, analyse its direct link to available cash flow, perform your first practical exercises on fictitious company data, produce a fundamental reusable report to assess immediate financial health.

Module 2BFR Components: stocks, customer receivables, supplier payables (detailed calculations, ratios)

Explore in depth the three pillars of BFR through concrete cases from various sectors, break down stocks and receivables with precise Excel formulas, simulate the impact of payment terms on supplier payables, conduct collaborative exercises to adjust these elements, generate personalised dashboards showing immediate levers to release cash flow.

Module 3Factors Influencing BFR: seasonality, growth, economic conditions (prospective analyses)

Identify external and internal variables affecting BFR during dynamic workshops on company scenarios, model the effects of rapid growth or seasonality with advanced Excel simulations, assess economic risks through real case studies, build monthly BFR forecasts tailored to your business, validate your analyses with trainer feedback for immediate professional application.

Module 4Advanced BFR Calculation: standardised and variation methods (Excel tools, automations)

Master the two BFR calculation approaches by practising on complex balance sheets from authentic companies, automate formulas in Excel with simple macros and dynamic charts, compare standardised vs. variation results on your recurring project, test sensitivities to key assumptions, export certified reports ready for management or banks, enhancing your concrete analytical skills.

Module 5BFR Optimisation: practical strategies and tools (action plans, KPI indicators)

Develop personalised BFR optimisation plans through strategic workshops on struggling company cases, implement levers such as customer follow-ups or supplier renegotiations with ready-to-use Excel models, track real-time cash KPIs, simulate quantified gains for your organisation, finalise a complete recurring project with actionable recommendations, directly boosting financial performance.

Evaluation method

Multiple-choice quiz to validate learning outcomes at the end of the training
Continuous assessment through practical BFR exercises
Presentation of the recurring project on BFR calculation and optimisation

Learning method

Courses led by an active expert accountant trainer
Practical exercises on real company cash management cases
Progressive recurring project on a personalised BFR balance sheet
Complete course materials with Excel templates provided

Methods, materials and delivery

The BFR Training - Optimising Company Cash Flow program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the BFR Training - Optimising Company Cash Flow program, the following equipment is required:

Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the BFR Training - Optimising Company Cash Flow program is performed through:

During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

Training quality, guaranteed at every step

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.

Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

Live briefing on goals and team context.
Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.

Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
Program co-written then validated by your team.

Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
Distributed through our partner charities
Included, at no extra cost to you

Enroll and offer a kit

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in BFR Training training?+

Hands-on work runs on balance sheet examples, cash flow impacts, detailed calculations, ratios, prospective analyses and excel tools. Those tools come from the BFR Training program itself, delivered on site over 5 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.

What can participants do after BFR Training training?+

They can master the fundamentals of BFR for professional cash management, calculate BFR from financial statements in a company and identify the key components influencing BFR. Those are the stated objectives of the BFR Training program at Beginner level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.

What does the BFR Training program cover, day by day?+

Day 1: BFR Fundamentals: definition, role and basic formulas (balance sheet examples, cash flow impacts). Day 2: BFR Components: stocks, customer receivables, supplier payables (detailed calculations, ratios). Day 3: Factors Influencing BFR: seasonality, growth, economic conditions (prospective analyses). Day 4: Advanced BFR Calculation: standardised and variation methods (Excel tools, automations). Day 5: BFR Optimisation: practical strategies and tools (action plans, KPI indicators). The BFR Training program runs over 5 days, delivered on site.

How is BFR Training training assessed?+

Assessment relies on multiple-choice quiz to validate learning outcomes at the end of the training, continuous assessment through practical BFR exercises and presentation of the recurring project on BFR calculation and optimisation. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the BFR Training program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.

How much does BFR Training training cost per participant?+

BFR Training training is priced on quote. The amount depends on headcount, format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team. A detailed quote is sent within one business day, and team pricing covers the whole group from the second participant.

How long does BFR Training training take?+

5 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.

Who pays for BFR Training training?+

Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.

What do participants need to know before BFR Training training?+

Basic knowledge of accounting (balance sheet, income statement).

Is a certificate issued after BFR Training training?+

Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.

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