Financial Mastery Through Practical Learning
We built this program after watching too many people struggle with business finances—not because they lacked intelligence, but because traditional courses skip the messy, real-world parts. Our approach focuses on what actually happens when you're managing money for your Australian business.
Start Your JourneyHow We Shaped This Program
Starting in 2019, we spent months interviewing business owners across Melbourne and Sydney. What came up repeatedly? People needed hands-on financial training that reflected Australian tax structures, GST complications, and local banking quirks—not generic international content.
Early 2020
First Beta Cohort
Seventeen small business owners tested our initial modules. Their feedback was blunt—and helpful. We learned that case studies needed to show failed strategies alongside successful ones, because that's where the learning actually happens.
Mid 2022
Program Expansion
After refining content based on two years of participant feedback, we added specialized tracks for retail, professional services, and creative industries. Each track addresses sector-specific financial challenges rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions.
2024
Peer Learning Integration
We noticed participants were learning as much from each other as from instructors. So we restructured the program around collaborative problem-solving sessions where people share their actual financial challenges and work through solutions together.
Looking Ahead
Ongoing Development
Next cohort starts September 2025. We're constantly updating content as tax regulations shift and new financial tools emerge. The program evolves with the needs of Australian businesses—because standing still means falling behind.
Learning Works Better Together
Here's something we discovered early on: when someone shares how they misread their cash flow statement and nearly missed payroll, everyone in the room pays attention. Real stories stick better than textbook examples.
That's why we structure sessions around group discussions and collaborative problem-solving. You'll work with other business owners who understand the pressure of financial decisions because they're making the same calls every week.
- Weekly group sessions where participants present real financial challenges from their businesses
- Peer review partnerships that continue between formal sessions
- Access to a private forum where people share resources and ask questions without judgment
- Monthly networking events that mix current participants with program alumni
Questions People Actually Ask
We get these questions regularly. If yours isn't here, contact us—we're happy to explain how the program works in more detail.
When does the next program start?
Our next cohort begins September 8, 2025. The program runs for twelve weeks with sessions twice weekly. Early registration opens June 2025.
Register interestWhat if I miss a session?
All sessions are recorded and available within 24 hours. You'll also get session notes and can join makeup discussions held fortnightly for people who couldn't attend live.
View materialsDo I need accounting experience?
Not at all. We start with foundational concepts and build from there. Many participants come in feeling overwhelmed by financial reports—that's exactly who we designed this for.
Discuss your backgroundIs this program recognized professionally?
You'll receive a completion certificate. While this isn't a formal qualification, many participants have used the skills gained to improve their business financial management and decision-making processes.
See upcoming sessionsWho You'll Learn From
Our instructors have worked in Australian finance for years. More importantly, they remember what it felt like to be confused by financial statements and overwhelmed by business decisions. They teach from experience, not just theory.
Callum Ashford
Financial Planning Lead
Bronwen Ellery
Cash Flow Specialist
Imogen Pascoe
Tax Strategy Advisor
Saskia Drummond
Business Analytics Guide