Financial Literacy Workshop for Malaysian SMEs: Mastering Your Financial Health

Master essential financial management skills tailored specifically for Malaysian SMEs. Enroll in our comprehensive financial management course in Malaysia designed to transform your understanding of personal financial management skills, ratios, and compliance requirements for sustainable business growth.

Face-to-Face Oct 1, 2025 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tarun Sukhani
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Financial Literacy Workshop for Malaysian SMEs: Mastering Your Financial Health
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Public Pricing

MYR 1750

Corporate Pricing

Pax:

Training Fees: MYR 6500/day
Total Fees: MYR 6500 ++

Training Provider Pricing

Pax:

Training Fees: MYR 2400
Material Fees: MYR 400
Total Fees: MYR 2800

Features

1 day
7 modules
15 intakes
Full life-time access
English

Partners

FiQir

FiQir Holdings Sdn Bhd is a forward-thinking Malaysian fintech leader specializing in AI-powered solutions, seamless IT integration, and strategic automation. Founded and led by industry veterans, FiQir delivers critical infrastructure for smarter lending and messaging systems while driving inclusive financial ecosystems in Southeast Asia.

A core highlight is their Financial Literacy Programme, crafted to empower SMEs with vital financial skills and access to smarter funding. By removing the complexity around financing, FiQir enables business owners to “stay focused on your business”—even as they help facilitate capital readiness and growth.

With a presence in Malaysia and ambitions across ASEAN, FiQir is building a data-driven, equitable future for SME financing and beyond.

FiQir

Subsidies

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What you'll learn

  • Conduct comprehensive financial health assessments for informed decision-making
  • Analyze and interpret Profit and Loss Statements, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flows
  • Develop strategic financial planning skills and understand funding options
  • Navigate Malaysian regulatory compliance requirements for SME documentation
  • Calculate and apply key financial ratios to assess business health effectively
  • Identify common financial pitfalls and implement cash flow management strategies

Why should you attend?

This comprehensive financial literacy financial management course in Malaysia empowers Malaysian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to refine their personal financial management skills through practical knowledge and hands-on assessment techniques. Participants will master the fundamentals of financial statement analysis, learning to read and interpret Profit and Loss Statements, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow Statements with confidence. The program delves deep into essential financial ratios, covering liquidity, profitability, solvency, leverage, and efficiency metrics that reveal the true health of any business. Attendees will gain practical skills in calculating and applying these ratios to assess their own SME status and make informed strategic decisions. Beyond analysis, the financial management course online addresses real-world challenges facing Malaysian SMEs, including common financial pitfalls, cash flow management strategies, and the consequences of loan rejections. Participants will understand crucial compliance requirements from regulatory bodies like SSM, LHDN, EPF, SOCSO, EIS, and HRDF, ensuring their businesses maintain proper documentation for financial analysis, tax purposes, and decision-making. The financial management course online concludes with strategic financial planning guidance, exploring various funding options available to SMEs and outlining the documentation and compliance requirements necessary to secure financing. This practical approach ensures participants leave with actionable knowledge to improve their financial management and position their businesses for sustainable growth.

Course Syllabus

Day 1 - Financial Foundations & Assessment
Short Break
15 mins
Short Break
15 mins
Recap and Q&A
15 mins
Lunch
1 hour
Short Break
15 mins
Short Break
15 mins
Short Break
15 mins
Recap and Q&A
15 mins
End of Day 1

Instructor

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Tarun Sukhani Founder & CTO Teaching

Tarun Sukhani is a distinguished professional trainer and consultant with over 25 years of comprehensive industry experience spanning multinational corporations across the US, Europe, Asia, South America, and the Middle East. His extensive background encompasses senior executive roles including CIO/CTO, director, and board member positions at renowned organizations such as Dell, AMD, and Experian, as well as regional conglomerates like Indra in Asia Pacific. This diverse corporate experience provides him with unique insights into enterprise-level challenges and solutions across multiple business functions including HR, Finance, Operations, Sales, Risk Management, Engineering, and Accounting. As a highly sought-after trainer, Tarun specializes in an impressive array of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies. His expertise spans Agile/Scrum/SAFe frameworks, enterprise architecture (TOGAF/COBIT/ITIL), cybersecurity (CISSP/CEH/CISO), project management (PRINCE2/PMP), Big Data technologies (Hadoop/Spark), Data Science with Python and R, DevOps practices, Machine Learning/AI, cloud computing, blockchain technologies, and modern development frameworks. This comprehensive skill set enables him to deliver training across the entire technology spectrum, from foundational concepts to advanced implementations. His training delivery extends throughout the Asia Pacific region, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, and Singapore, where he has successfully conducted workshops and training programs for both large enterprises and SMEs. Tarun's client portfolio includes industry leaders such as Dell, AMD, Western Digital, Singtel, CIMB, Digi, Tenaga Nasional, and Sime Darby, demonstrating his ability to work with diverse organizational cultures and technical requirements. Academically, Tarun holds exceptional credentials including an MSc in Information Systems and MBA in Finance and Operations Management from Loyola University Chicago, where he graduated summa cum laude with Beta Gamma Sigma and Alpha Sigma Nu honors. His educational foundation is further strengthened by Bachelor's degrees in Biology, Math, Computer Science, and Business Administration, plus advanced programs from MIT and Stanford in AI, Blockchain, and Entrepreneurship. His extensive certifications as an Agile/Scrum trainer, Java/.NET developer, Machine Learning specialist, and InfoSec expert validate his technical proficiency and commitment to continuous learning, making him an ideal trainer for organizations seeking comprehensive technology education and transformation guidance.'

53 Students
243 Courses
English, Malay, Spanish
25 Years

Instructor

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Rajendaran Vairavan Licensed Financial Planner Teaching

Dr. Rajendaran A/L Vairavan is a dynamic and highly qualified professional trainer with extensive expertise in financial literacy, personal wealth management, and strategic financial planning. Holding a PhD in Microelectronics Engineering from Universiti Malaysia Perlis, he brings a unique combination of technical acumen and real-world financial insight to every training session. As a Licensed Financial Planner registered with both Bank Negara Malaysia and the Securities Commission, Dr. Rajendaran possesses the credentials and practical experience to deliver authoritative training content that resonates with diverse audiences. His comprehensive certification portfolio includes Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Islamic Financial Planner (IFP®), and Associate Estate Planning Practitioner (AEPP®) designations. He is also a Certified National Competency Standard Train The Trainer (NCS TTT) accredited under NCS-004:2017 by the Jabatan Pembangunan Kemahiran and an HRDC Accredited Trainer (Trainer ID: 52830), ensuring the highest standards of training delivery and methodology. Dr. Rajendaran's training approach is distinguished by his storytelling-based and action-oriented methodology, incorporating real-world case studies, interactive budgeting activities, and facilitated live planning sessions. He aligns with adult learning principles (Andragogy) and Kolb's experiential learning model, ensuring participants gain practical, actionable insights they can immediately implement. His training focus areas include financial literacy and personal wealth management, strategic financial planning for professionals, financial empowerment for entrepreneurs and freelancers, and train-the-trainer programs. Beyond his specialized financial expertise, Dr. Rajendaran demonstrates remarkable versatility as an educator, having successfully delivered training across diverse subjects and audiences. His media recognition in prominent publications such as Free Malaysia Today and The Star Malaysia, along with his speaking engagements at prestigious institutions like Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Sunway University, and Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur, underscore his credibility and impact as a thought leader in financial education. His commitment to empowering individuals with practical tools, critical thinking frameworks, and real-world applications makes him an invaluable asset for any software training company seeking to enhance their team's capabilities in delivering transformative learning experiences.'

3 Courses
English, Malay, Tamil

Minimum Qualification

undergraduate

Target Audience

students
entry level
mid level managers
senior managers

Methodologies

lecture
slides
case studies
group discussion
q&A

Instructor Reviews

Tarun Sukhani Founder & CTO
review avatar
Michael Wong Shen Kai
3 years ago
3 years ago

He was indeed very skilled, knowledgeable and passionate in the data science realm. I was impressed with his business know-how (how the world economy works and how all things can be explain with data, with/without bias) and technical skills in converting data into insights. I will not hesitate to recommend Tarun for any data science related training as I would like to attend more classes myself to learn from the best of the best.

review avatar
Anak Agung
3 years ago
3 years ago

I attended one of Tarun's Data Science course in Jakarta (CDSS). He was a professional trainer & very knowledgeable in Data Science. In his course, Tarun gave many practical examples & valuable information regarding how to conduct Data Science & it's related components (e.g. Software & Deployment Architecture). In addition to those lessons, he also gave very useful insights on building a career as a Data Scientist.

review avatar
Pei Cher Chai
3 years ago
3 years ago

Attended "Blockchain Training: An Overview for Business Professionals" conducted by Dr. Tarun. The reference materials are very comprehensive and an excellent means of conveying information. I was very impressed with how this technology works and adapted into business

review avatar
LJ Ong
3 years ago
3 years ago

He shared his professional insights on data science with a sense of humor that cleared up so many of my questions about the content and real-world applications. Information, tools, and resources given are very useful

review avatar
Aamer S
3 years ago
3 years ago

His knowledge of multiple subjects exceeds far greater than that of any IT or non-IT person I have met or interacted with in a long time. The breadth and depth of the subject matter he has acquired is exemplary.

review avatar
Jovyn Kim
3 years ago
3 years ago

Training with Tarun has been awesome. He’s super knowledgable, funny, empathetic and a great educator in general. As someone who didn’t come from a computer science background, his teachings didn’t make me feel stupid or impossible to eventually arrive at being a competent developer. I could understand him as he communicates well & has helped me see the big picture of the computer science field beyond the scope of syntaxes. If you similarly did not come from a CS background and hope to transition into the world of programming but struggle to learn on your own, understand all the foreign & abstract concepts and connect the dots, I think the right person to guide you on your journey would make a big difference. Having someone who’s deep in the field with many years of experience narrow and communicate the relevant areas to focus would also close a big gap from having to struggle and figure out a lot of things on your own. Being able to maintain your interest during your learning journey is important too, thus finding that someone is important. All in all, I would wholeheartedly recommend Tarun and the backend course I took.

review avatar
Srikanth K
3 years ago
3 years ago

Tarun is a results-driven & inspirational technology leader with a clear vision, direction, and broad-based technology expertise. He is passionate, intuitive, engaged, pragmatic, systematic, agile. His experiences span from small start-ups to complex, global companies, from being technical lead to technical strategist to being the leader of larger group of architecture and engineering teams. Much of his experiences are in the area of Java, Scala, Machine Learning, Neural Networks, Cloud Computing, Data Science and what not. I am truly amazed to experience his breadth & depth of technological expertise and pleasure to be part of his team.

review avatar
Zulfikri Y
3 years ago
3 years ago

Tarun is very passionate on the domains and gave numerous insights to support critical business decisions and develop data products to transform daily encounters and processes. He was a professional trainer & very knowledgeable in Data Science. His material is presented through a sequence of brief lectures, interactive demonstrations, great hands-on exercises, and discussions.

review avatar
Marti Sigi
5 years ago
5 years ago

We’ve been collaborated many times in doing courses for the accountants. He spoke to quiet number of event in our company with various topic regards to accountants need. The collaboration was very smooth and his session definitely made a huge impact on our success. Mr Tarun is a great Professional!

review avatar
Pravena K
3 years ago
3 years ago

Mr. Tarun is a driven, hardworking, and knowledgeable entrepreneur in his field." A broad-minded trainer who embraces change and inspires people to do better every day. Mr. Tarun sets a good example by being enthusiastic and dedicated, and he inspires and motivates others. I am delighted to be working for such personnel

FAQs

Why should you attend?

This comprehensive financial literacy financial management course in Malaysia empowers Malaysian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to refine their personal financial management skills through practical knowledge and hands-on assessment techniques. Participants will master the fundamentals of financial statement analysis, learning to read and interpret Profit and Loss Statements, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow Statements with confidence. The program delves deep into essential financial ratios, covering liquidity, profitability, solvency, leverage, and efficiency metrics that reveal the true health of any business. Attendees will gain practical skills in calculating and applying these ratios to assess their own SME status and make informed strategic decisions. Beyond analysis, the financial management course online addresses real-world challenges facing Malaysian SMEs, including common financial pitfalls, cash flow management strategies, and the consequences of loan rejections. Participants will understand crucial compliance requirements from regulatory bodies like SSM, LHDN, EPF, SOCSO, EIS, and HRDF, ensuring their businesses maintain proper documentation for financial analysis, tax purposes, and decision-making. The financial management course online concludes with strategic financial planning guidance, exploring various funding options available to SMEs and outlining the documentation and compliance requirements necessary to secure financing. This practical approach ensures participants leave with actionable knowledge to improve their financial management and position their businesses for sustainable growth.

What you'll learn

  • Conduct comprehensive financial health assessments for informed decision-making
  • Analyze and interpret Profit and Loss Statements, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flows
  • Develop strategic financial planning skills and understand funding options
  • Navigate Malaysian regulatory compliance requirements for SME documentation
  • Calculate and apply key financial ratios to assess business health effectively
  • Identify common financial pitfalls and implement cash flow management strategies

Course Syllabus

Day 1 - Financial Foundations & Assessment
Short Break
15 mins
Short Break
15 mins
Recap and Q&A
15 mins
Lunch
1 hour
Short Break
15 mins
Short Break
15 mins
Short Break
15 mins
Recap and Q&A
15 mins
End of Day 1

Instructor Reviews

Tarun Sukhani Founder & CTO
review avatar
Michael Wong Shen Kai
3 years ago
3 years ago

He was indeed very skilled, knowledgeable and passionate in the data science realm. I was impressed with his business know-how (how the world economy works and how all things can be explain with data, with/without bias) and technical skills in converting data into insights. I will not hesitate to recommend Tarun for any data science related training as I would like to attend more classes myself to learn from the best of the best.

review avatar
Anak Agung
3 years ago
3 years ago

I attended one of Tarun's Data Science course in Jakarta (CDSS). He was a professional trainer & very knowledgeable in Data Science. In his course, Tarun gave many practical examples & valuable information regarding how to conduct Data Science & it's related components (e.g. Software & Deployment Architecture). In addition to those lessons, he also gave very useful insights on building a career as a Data Scientist.

review avatar
Pei Cher Chai
3 years ago
3 years ago

Attended "Blockchain Training: An Overview for Business Professionals" conducted by Dr. Tarun. The reference materials are very comprehensive and an excellent means of conveying information. I was very impressed with how this technology works and adapted into business

review avatar
LJ Ong
3 years ago
3 years ago

He shared his professional insights on data science with a sense of humor that cleared up so many of my questions about the content and real-world applications. Information, tools, and resources given are very useful

review avatar
Aamer S
3 years ago
3 years ago

His knowledge of multiple subjects exceeds far greater than that of any IT or non-IT person I have met or interacted with in a long time. The breadth and depth of the subject matter he has acquired is exemplary.

review avatar
Jovyn Kim
3 years ago
3 years ago

Training with Tarun has been awesome. He’s super knowledgable, funny, empathetic and a great educator in general. As someone who didn’t come from a computer science background, his teachings didn’t make me feel stupid or impossible to eventually arrive at being a competent developer. I could understand him as he communicates well & has helped me see the big picture of the computer science field beyond the scope of syntaxes. If you similarly did not come from a CS background and hope to transition into the world of programming but struggle to learn on your own, understand all the foreign & abstract concepts and connect the dots, I think the right person to guide you on your journey would make a big difference. Having someone who’s deep in the field with many years of experience narrow and communicate the relevant areas to focus would also close a big gap from having to struggle and figure out a lot of things on your own. Being able to maintain your interest during your learning journey is important too, thus finding that someone is important. All in all, I would wholeheartedly recommend Tarun and the backend course I took.

review avatar
Srikanth K
3 years ago
3 years ago

Tarun is a results-driven & inspirational technology leader with a clear vision, direction, and broad-based technology expertise. He is passionate, intuitive, engaged, pragmatic, systematic, agile. His experiences span from small start-ups to complex, global companies, from being technical lead to technical strategist to being the leader of larger group of architecture and engineering teams. Much of his experiences are in the area of Java, Scala, Machine Learning, Neural Networks, Cloud Computing, Data Science and what not. I am truly amazed to experience his breadth & depth of technological expertise and pleasure to be part of his team.

review avatar
Zulfikri Y
3 years ago
3 years ago

Tarun is very passionate on the domains and gave numerous insights to support critical business decisions and develop data products to transform daily encounters and processes. He was a professional trainer & very knowledgeable in Data Science. His material is presented through a sequence of brief lectures, interactive demonstrations, great hands-on exercises, and discussions.

review avatar
Marti Sigi
5 years ago
5 years ago

We’ve been collaborated many times in doing courses for the accountants. He spoke to quiet number of event in our company with various topic regards to accountants need. The collaboration was very smooth and his session definitely made a huge impact on our success. Mr Tarun is a great Professional!

review avatar
Pravena K
3 years ago
3 years ago

Mr. Tarun is a driven, hardworking, and knowledgeable entrepreneur in his field." A broad-minded trainer who embraces change and inspires people to do better every day. Mr. Tarun sets a good example by being enthusiastic and dedicated, and he inspires and motivates others. I am delighted to be working for such personnel

We price match

Public Pricing

MYR 1750

Corporate Pricing

Pax:

Training Fees: MYR 6500/day
Total Fees: MYR 6500 ++

Training Provider Pricing

Pax:

Training Fees: MYR 2400
Material Fees: MYR 400
Total Fees: MYR 2800

Features

1 day
7 modules
15 intakes
Full life-time access
English

Partners

FiQir

FiQir Holdings Sdn Bhd is a forward-thinking Malaysian fintech leader specializing in AI-powered solutions, seamless IT integration, and strategic automation. Founded and led by industry veterans, FiQir delivers critical infrastructure for smarter lending and messaging systems while driving inclusive financial ecosystems in Southeast Asia.

A core highlight is their Financial Literacy Programme, crafted to empower SMEs with vital financial skills and access to smarter funding. By removing the complexity around financing, FiQir enables business owners to “stay focused on your business”—even as they help facilitate capital readiness and growth.

With a presence in Malaysia and ambitions across ASEAN, FiQir is building a data-driven, equitable future for SME financing and beyond.

FiQir

Subsidies

HRDC Claimable logo

Instructors

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Tarun Sukhani Founder & CTO Teaching

Tarun Sukhani is a distinguished professional trainer and consultant with over 25 years of comprehensive industry experience spanning multinational corporations across the US, Europe, Asia, South America, and the Middle East. His extensive background encompasses senior executive roles including CIO/CTO, director, and board member positions at renowned organizations such as Dell, AMD, and Experian, as well as regional conglomerates like Indra in Asia Pacific. This diverse corporate experience provides him with unique insights into enterprise-level challenges and solutions across multiple business functions including HR, Finance, Operations, Sales, Risk Management, Engineering, and Accounting. As a highly sought-after trainer, Tarun specializes in an impressive array of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies. His expertise spans Agile/Scrum/SAFe frameworks, enterprise architecture (TOGAF/COBIT/ITIL), cybersecurity (CISSP/CEH/CISO), project management (PRINCE2/PMP), Big Data technologies (Hadoop/Spark), Data Science with Python and R, DevOps practices, Machine Learning/AI, cloud computing, blockchain technologies, and modern development frameworks. This comprehensive skill set enables him to deliver training across the entire technology spectrum, from foundational concepts to advanced implementations. His training delivery extends throughout the Asia Pacific region, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, and Singapore, where he has successfully conducted workshops and training programs for both large enterprises and SMEs. Tarun's client portfolio includes industry leaders such as Dell, AMD, Western Digital, Singtel, CIMB, Digi, Tenaga Nasional, and Sime Darby, demonstrating his ability to work with diverse organizational cultures and technical requirements. Academically, Tarun holds exceptional credentials including an MSc in Information Systems and MBA in Finance and Operations Management from Loyola University Chicago, where he graduated summa cum laude with Beta Gamma Sigma and Alpha Sigma Nu honors. His educational foundation is further strengthened by Bachelor's degrees in Biology, Math, Computer Science, and Business Administration, plus advanced programs from MIT and Stanford in AI, Blockchain, and Entrepreneurship. His extensive certifications as an Agile/Scrum trainer, Java/.NET developer, Machine Learning specialist, and InfoSec expert validate his technical proficiency and commitment to continuous learning, making him an ideal trainer for organizations seeking comprehensive technology education and transformation guidance.'

53 Students
243 Courses
English, Malay, Spanish
25 Years
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Rajendaran Vairavan Licensed Financial Planner Teaching

Dr. Rajendaran A/L Vairavan is a dynamic and highly qualified professional trainer with extensive expertise in financial literacy, personal wealth management, and strategic financial planning. Holding a PhD in Microelectronics Engineering from Universiti Malaysia Perlis, he brings a unique combination of technical acumen and real-world financial insight to every training session. As a Licensed Financial Planner registered with both Bank Negara Malaysia and the Securities Commission, Dr. Rajendaran possesses the credentials and practical experience to deliver authoritative training content that resonates with diverse audiences. His comprehensive certification portfolio includes Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Islamic Financial Planner (IFP®), and Associate Estate Planning Practitioner (AEPP®) designations. He is also a Certified National Competency Standard Train The Trainer (NCS TTT) accredited under NCS-004:2017 by the Jabatan Pembangunan Kemahiran and an HRDC Accredited Trainer (Trainer ID: 52830), ensuring the highest standards of training delivery and methodology. Dr. Rajendaran's training approach is distinguished by his storytelling-based and action-oriented methodology, incorporating real-world case studies, interactive budgeting activities, and facilitated live planning sessions. He aligns with adult learning principles (Andragogy) and Kolb's experiential learning model, ensuring participants gain practical, actionable insights they can immediately implement. His training focus areas include financial literacy and personal wealth management, strategic financial planning for professionals, financial empowerment for entrepreneurs and freelancers, and train-the-trainer programs. Beyond his specialized financial expertise, Dr. Rajendaran demonstrates remarkable versatility as an educator, having successfully delivered training across diverse subjects and audiences. His media recognition in prominent publications such as Free Malaysia Today and The Star Malaysia, along with his speaking engagements at prestigious institutions like Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Sunway University, and Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur, underscore his credibility and impact as a thought leader in financial education. His commitment to empowering individuals with practical tools, critical thinking frameworks, and real-world applications makes him an invaluable asset for any software training company seeking to enhance their team's capabilities in delivering transformative learning experiences.'

3 Courses
English, Malay, Tamil

Minimum Qualification

undergraduate

Target Audience

students
entry level
mid level managers
senior managers

Methodologies

lecture
slides
case studies
group discussion
q&A

FAQs

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