Skills and Attributes of Successful CFOs (Currently Unavailable)

Author: Colleen Neuharth McClain

The complexities of financial regulations and accounting pronouncements and the impact of
global competition present businesses and executives with a demanding environment. Along
with the necessary technical financial experience that a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) must
possess, many other skills and attributes are required to address the challenges of the role. This course will discuss many key skills and attributes that contribute to the success of CFOs.

Publication Date: August 2012

Designed For
Potential or current CFOs looking to identify skills and attributes of successful CFOs.

Topics Covered

• Leadership
• Integrity
• Being a Business Strategist
• Acting as a Facilitator
• Effective Communication
• Possessing self-confidence
• Emotional Competency Framework

Learning Objectives

• Understand the importance of leadership and the positive actions that exhibit leadership.
• Recognize other skills in addition to financial reporting expertise that contribute to success.
• Apply the knowledge and take steps to improve self-confidence.
• Identify the significance of emotional intelligence and its impact on business success.

Level
Basic

Instructional Method
Self-Study

NASBA Field of Study
Management Advisory Services (2 hours)

Program Prerequisites
None

Advance Preparation
None