Module 5 - Financial Planning & Management

This module helps you understand the financial side of your business. You will learn how to estimate costs, plan for income, and manage cash flow. 

Through simple, practical tools, you will project your finances, identify funding needs, and explore sources of finance that fit your business. 

By the end, you will have a clear picture of your business’s financial health and how to keep it sustainable.

This module is about building the financial foundations of your business. You will learn how to track income and expenses, keep good records, make financial projections, and create a fundraising strategy. Each step connects back to your Sustainable Business Model Canvas, helping you test if your business is viable and sustainable. By the end, you will have a clear financial plan that supports your next steps as an agripreneur. https://youtu.be/S29XQWoD7As

5.0.0. Introduction to Module 5_ Financial Planning & Management

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Unit 17 - Bookkeeping
Good bookkeeping helps you stay in control of your money. In this unit, you will learn how to record income and expenses, track payments, and keep accurate financial records. 

Clear, simple bookkeeping builds confidence with investors, partners, and customers, and helps you make better business decisions every day.

5.17.1. Bookkeeping Basics for Agribusiness

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5.17.2. How to Keep Your Cashbook

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Unit 18 - Record Keeping
Effective record keeping helps you understand and manage your business more efficiently. In this unit, you will learn how to organise and store key information about your operations, sales, staff, and suppliers. 

Keeping accurate records supports good decision-making, improves accountability, and ensures your business meets legal and financial requirements.

5.18.1. Track What Matters

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5.18.2. Your Record Keeping Tool

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5.18.2. Your Record Keeping Tool

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Unit 19 - Financial Planning
Sound financial planning is essential for building a successful and sustainable business. In this unit, you will learn how to forecast income and expenses, plan for growth, and understand your breakeven point. 

Careful financial planning helps you make informed choices, attract investors, and ensure your business remains stable and profitable over time.

5.19.1. Introducing Numbers That Test Your Idea

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5.19.2. Costs & Sales_ Your First Forecast

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5.19.3. Profit and Cashflow Made Clear

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Unit 20 - Raising Finance
Every business needs capital to start, grow, or adapt. In this unit, you will explore different sources of finance and learn how to choose the best options for your business. 

You will assess funding needs, consider costs and risks, and prepare to approach investors or lenders with confidence and clarity.

5.20.1. Finding the Money to Grow

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5.20.2. Mapping Your Money Sources

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Bookkeeping tool (Unit 17)

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Record Keeping tool (Unit 18)

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Record Keeping tool (Unit 18)

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Financial Planning tool (Unit 19)

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Raising Finance tool (Unit 20)

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Next Step
Complete all the tools and then proceed to Module 6 - Bringing it all together