A stand-alone course which is also recognised as a qualifying module for the Financial Management Programme

Course Details

2026 Course dates: Four successive days usually Monday to Thursday by arrangement

Course Venue: Online Face to Face presentation via Teams

Course Fees for 2026: R18 400 (no VAT) per delegate. (NB: This course can also be run on a corporate basis, in which case the fees and dates are negotiable). In both cases, classes will not exceed 6 people per session.

In-house customised programmes and 1-on-1 sessions are also possible. Contact Us

Course Description

This four-day (4 hours per session) is a high-level overview of what to take into account when reviewing a Pension Fund investment portfolio. It explains the terminology that is used and goes into the value and cautions of the language.  It exposes some of the myths of investment, and the mystery of financial statements and ratios, and replaces them with clear understanding.  Throughout the course, I take care to stimulate discussion, particularly as to how the topic relates to the specific case the Trustees are faced with.

The course is devoted to the steady building of confidence and knowledge using clear explanations illustrated by carefully crafted visual media and supported by practical exercises with simple numbers and personal coaching. I take care to moderate the pace of the course to ensure that everyone in the class fully understands the material.

Successful candidates will receive a certificate from Johannesburg School of Finance which will also confirm the completion of one module of the School’s Financial Management Programme. The Financial Management Programme is a unique programme comprising a series of four-day modules in practical financial management designed to develop excellent skills for effective business decisions.

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    The Course Presenter:

    John - JHBFIN Lecturer - Finance For Non-Financial Managers - CPPF Module

    John Mitchell

    John Mitchell worked for Gold Fields Mining and Development for 12 years. During this period he designed and instituted a job evaluation system, personally presenting skills training courses to the management and staff of the mines. As Group Personnel Officer, he developed his natural rapport with people as well as his presentation skills.
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