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This book is one of a series of books entitled "Essential Skills for the Public Sector". It sets out the importance of strategic financial planning and how this impacts on financial monitoring and control, and assisting the organisation achieve value for money. The areas covered include financial planning processes, risk analysis, resource management strategies, income generation and cost benefit analysis. The book is designed to give managers, ideas to maximise the use of their financial resources and meet the organisation’s long term financial goals. There are worked examples and practical exercises, encouraging self-development and continuous professional development. The style is simple, easy to read, and accessible to staff at all levels within a public sector or non profit organisation. It is an essential addition to a manager’s toolkit of skills and knowledge. It is also useful for those studying public administration or wishing to work in the sector.

This book is part of the series "Essential Skills for the Public Sector". It presents a variety of basic financial calculations ranging from fractions and percentages, using statistics and spreadsheets, and project appraisal techniques. It is ideal for those working in the public sector that need to be able to present information in a way that demonstrates value for money in the provision of public services. It is simple to read and understand and is ideal for those without strong mathematical skills. There are exercises and self development activities.