Business Finance

Business Finance Made Easy

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Most businesses struggle not because they lack sales, but because they mismanage cash and make decisions blindly. Jeremy breaks down cash flow, planning, and financial strategy so you know when to grow, hire, or raise prices with clarity and control.

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What you'll learn

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33 videos on everything you need to master your cash flow and lead your business with financial confidence.

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Learn the exact frameworks Jeremy uses to master your cash flow, make data-driven growth decisions, and build a business that stays resilient in any economy.

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Future discounts for all things OpenAcademy related.

What's Included

  • 7 Course Series
  • 33 Videos, Learn At Your Pace
  • Get Full Lifetime Access
  • Step-By-Step Financial Frameworks And Strategy
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  • Course Information

    Course Length

    70 Hours

    Bundles

    8 bundles

    Instructor
    • Jeremy Chia
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    Price
    English
    English
    RM 199

    Inside this lesson plan

    Meet Your Instructor, Jeremy Chia Cover Image
    Meet Your Instructor, Jeremy Chia Cover Image
    1 Series
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    2 Min

    Meet Jeremy Chia, a chartered accountant who’s helped 500+ SMEs grow by turning complex numbers into clear, practical insights for everyday business decisions.

    Meet Your Instructor, Jeremy Chia

    Business Finance Basics, Why It Matters Cover Image
    Business Finance Basics, Why It Matters Cover Image
    3 Series
    |
    8 Min

    Finance can be intimidating, but Jeremy Chia breaks down the basics and shows why understanding it helps founders make confident, money-smart decisions.

    Financial Responsibilities: Maintaining & Growing

    Cash Flow 101: The Oxygen of Business

    Master the Language of Money

    Budgeting & Forecasting for Small Businesses Cover Image
    Budgeting & Forecasting for Small Businesses Cover Image
    4 Series
    |
    11 Min

    Budgeting and forecasting sounds boring, but if done right, they become your business GPS. Jeremy shows how to use them to spot issues early, plan smart, and keep your profits on track.

    Realistic Budgeting Basics

    A Brief Look: Forecasting Sales & Expenses

    Cut Costs Smartly: Strategic Cost Management

    Profitability Analysis: Focus on What’s Working

    Managing Cash Flow & Working Capital Cover Image
    Managing Cash Flow & Working Capital Cover Image
    5 Series
    |
    12 Min

    Cash flow is the lifeblood of small businesses, profit alone won’t keep you afloat. Jeremy Chia breaks down how to keep your cash healthy and your business in control.

    Before We Begin: Understanding Cash Flow

    Why Profit ≠ Cash & What to Do About It

    Cash Flow Gaps Identification & Management

    Setting Up Basic Systems for Tracking Cash Flow

    Tax Essentials for Entrepreneurs

    Financing Your Business (Based on Needs & Stage) Cover Image
    Financing Your Business (Based on Needs & Stage) Cover Image
    5 Series
    |
    9 Min

    Every business needs money, but knowing how and when to get funding can make or break growth. Jeremy Chia guides you through financing options, aligns them with your business stage, and keeps you ready for investors or lenders.

    Before We Begin: Choosing the Right Financing

    Growth Financing: When to Seek Funding

    Financing Pathways: Personal Capital, Loans, and Investors

    Investor vs. Lender Expectations

    Finance Starts with Your Books

    Tools, Templates & Financial Habits for Entrepreneurs Cover Image
    Tools, Templates & Financial Habits for Entrepreneurs Cover Image
    6 Series
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    11 Min

    Managing business finances doesn’t have to be complicated. Jeremy Chia highlights the right tools, strong money habits, and clean books that give SMEs clarity, control, and confidence to make smarter financial decisions and grow sustainably.

    Before We Begin: Your Financial Toolkit

    Tech Tools to Manage Money

    Getting Audit Ready

    Getting Audit Ready (Part 2)

    Strong Money Habits: Monthly Reviews & KPIs

    Building Financial Dashboards

    Financial Decision Making & Business Strategy Cover Image
    Financial Decision Making & Business Strategy Cover Image
    4 Series
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    6 Min

    Ever wondered if your business is really ready to scale? Jeremy shows you how to use finance as a growth tool to make smarter, bolder decisions.

    Before We Begin: Turning Finance into Strategy

    Financial Planning: Make Smarter Decisions with Data

    Valuing Your Business: What’s It Worth & Why It Matters

    Benchmark Your Finances

    Resilience, Risk & Future Readiness Cover Image
    Resilience, Risk & Future Readiness Cover Image
    6 Series
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    10 Min

    Storms will come, but your business can bounce back stronger. Jeremy shares how to manage risk, build resilience, and stay future-ready to thrive no matter what.

    Before We Begin: Building Financial Resilience

    Insure Your Business’s Future: Risk Management

    Preparing for Tough Times

    Financial Resilience: Lessons from the Best

    Trends You Can’t Ignore: The Future of SME Finance

    Wrap it Up! Are You Ready?

    Get to know your instructor

    Jeremy Chia Avatar

    Jeremy Chia

    Chartered Accountant

    Jeremy Chia is the Co-Founder of Chia, Ka & Partners PLT, with over 14 years of experience in accounting, audit, and business advisory. He began his career at Mazars, working on audits for public-listed companies across property development, shipping, and manufacturing, before joining Schlumberger as a Tax Accountant managing Scandinavian entities. A Chartered Accountant (MIA), ASEAN CPA, licensed company secretary, and HRDF-certified trainer, Jeremy was named Xero Malaysia Partner of the Year in 2021 and recognised among the 100 Most Influential Young Entrepreneurs in 2024. He is passionate about helping SMEs grow through digitalisation and strategic financial management.
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: Who is this series for?

    This series is perfect for business owners and founders who want to stop guessing their way through growth and start leading with financial clarity and control.
    • There will be 33 short videos, each 3 to 5 minutes long, packed with practical, data-driven strategies for mastering your business finance.

    • Future discounts for all things OpenAcademy related.

    This series is exclusively available on the OpenAcademy app. To start watching, simply download the app from the App Store or Google Play!
    OpenAcademy is a platform that enables communities to be able to learn directly from industry practitioners. Our goal is to provide a no-nonsense platform in sharing real, unbiased, non-theory driven content and programmes designed for students, startups, business owners, teams and more!

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