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Duration
June 2025 - December 2025
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Edition
IV
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Location
Naples
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Language
Italian
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Registration deadline
8 June 2025
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Target group
Middle Manager in AFC area (minimum 10 years of experience), CFO
Overview
Are you a manager in the Administration, Finance & Control (AFC) area looking to enhance your skills to meet today’s and tomorrow’s financial challenges?
The Executive Programme in Financial Management (CFO track) is designed for you.
This course provides the essential practical and strategic tools to lead your company’s financial transformation in an increasingly dynamic and global context. Through real case studies and an international faculty, the programme delivers a compact and effective experience (13 sessions), covering both core technical topics relevant to financial leadership and more “strategic” themes of personal development.
Technical Skills → Corporate finance, strategic financial analysis, consolidated financial statements, business valuation, regulatory compliance, risk management, non-financial reporting.
Strategic Leadership → Strategic planning, long-term vision, decision-making in complex environments, effective negotiation.
Become a strategic and forward-looking financial leader. Start your journey to the role of CFO with the guidance of international experts.
Objectives
- Provide concrete tools to successfully lead the financial management function.
- Acquire advanced technical and managerial methodologies to navigate financial challenges in the coming years.
- Strengthen strategic capabilities, such as complex decision-making, strategic vision, and negotiation—skills that turn the finance function into a growth engine.
- Enhance personal and organisational leadership, enabling participants to lead their teams effectively and drive strategic change.
- Analyse best practices from large corporations and adapt them to the needs of SMEs, thanks to insights from internationally experienced CFOs.
- Share experiences and best practices with other financial managers in a peer-to-peer environment across various industries.
Why Choose This Programme
- Case study method as the primary teaching approach
- International and multi-sectoral expert faculty
- Interactive sessions with current CFOs of global companies
- Focus on both technical and general management topics (e.g. leadership, strategy)
- Compact format (14 sessions) that maximises learning with minimal time investment
- Partnership with IESE Business School (Barcelona) – ranked No.1 worldwide for Executive Education by the Financial Times

Programma & Faculty in aggiornamento

Course Modules
| Leadership, Self-Leadership & People Management | 8h | |
| Corporate and Consolidated Financial Statements, Integrated Reporting | 8h | |
| Strategic Planning |
8h | |
| The Financial Statement as a Decision-Making Tool | 8H | |
| Cyber Risk for CFOs | 8H | |
| Corporate Finance | 8H | |
| Business Valuation & M&A | 12H | |
| Strategy into Action | 8H | |
| Compliance Models for CFOs | 8H | |
| Non-Financial Reporting, Sustainable Finance & ESG Ratings | 8H | |
| Business Ethics and the Value of Work | 12H | |
| Public and Incentivised Finance | 8H |
Detailed Program
LEADERSHIP, SELF-LEADERSHIP & PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
Led by Alberto Ribera – Professor of Leadership & Self-leadership (retired), IESE Business School | Executive Coach | Visiting Professor, IPE Business School
This module is designed to develop the essential leadership skills required to effectively lead individuals and teams at all levels of the organisation. It begins with self-leadership, which is fundamental for inspiring others by example, and moves on to the ability to influence and strategically motivate collaborators. Through case studies and proven tools, the course provides the levers to increase engagement, motivation, and a sense of belonging within the team—crucial elements for those leading the finance function. Best practices will be shared on how to support people in giving their best over time, fostering an environment geared towards the achievement of common goals.
CORPORATE AND CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, INTEGRATED REPORTING
Led by Matteo Troisi – Head of Management Control, La Regina di San Marzano Group
This module focuses on the consolidation of financial statements, addressing both regulatory aspects and general rules concerning the different consolidation methodologies applicable in various contexts. It also explores preparatory activities for consolidation, with particular reference to reporting and information flows, as well as the processes and procedures required for drafting consolidated financial statements.
STRATEGIC PLANNING
Led by Luca Testa – Partner, Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
This module addresses the entire strategic planning process, in which the finance function plays a crucial supporting role. It begins with the concept of strategic planning itself—what it means, why it is vital for a company’s success, who the key players are within the organisation—and proceeds to business goal setting, budgeting, and the design of progressive monitoring systems.
STRATEGY INTO ACTION
Led by Fabrizio Ferraro – Professor of Strategy, IESE Business School
This module focuses on the challenge of strategic implementation from the perspective of the finance function. Too often, companies develop strategies that fail to translate into real organisational change, and therefore do not deliver the desired results. The objective is to enable participants to act as true partners in the CEO’s decision-making and strategic processes.
THE FINANCIAL STATEMENT AS A DECISION-MAKING TOOL
Led by Antonio Ricciardi – Dean, IPE Business School
The aim of this module is to provide a strategic perspective on financial statements and income statements as tools for supporting business decisions aimed at achieving sustainable growth while ensuring adequate liquidity to operate and expand. Emphasis will be placed on the financing required for the company’s day-to-day operations, production and logistics phases, budgeting, and the design of an effective control system.
CORPORATE FINANCE
Led by Rafael Franco – Professor of Financial Accounting, AESE Business School | Managing Partner, Kaiten Capital Advisors Lda
The “Corporate Finance” module is designed to give participants an in-depth understanding of the daily financial management of a business. Key topics include liquidity management, working capital, financial planning, and cash flow control. The focus is on optimising financial resources to ensure business stability and sustainability. Through practical cases and operational tools, participants will learn to make effective financial decisions. The module also covers short-term financing instruments and strategies to improve business profitability.
BUSINESS VALUATION & EXTRAORDINARY TRANSACTIONS
Led by Giovanni De Caro – CEO, Volano
and Marco Fiorentino – Founder & Senior Partner, Fiorentino Associati
This module presents methods and operational principles for business valuation and major extraordinary financial transactions. Using real case studies, best practices in business valuation and the dynamics of such operations will be explored with a critical eye towards their objectives and specific features. Special attention will be given to equity restructuring in light of the recent tax reform, with a focus on M&A, intercompany transactions, generational transitions, and corporate restructuring. The negotiation process of companies will also be examined, highlighting strategies, compliance requirements, risks, and common pitfalls, with references to real-world experiences.
CYBER RISK FOR CFOs
This module equips CFOs with essential skills to understand and manage cyber risks in an increasingly digital environment. Participants will explore key cyber threats, compliance regulations, and financial risk mitigation strategies, while gaining practical tools for integrating cybersecurity into corporate management. The module meets the training requirements set by the NIS 2 Directive and Legislative Decree 138/2024, which mandate periodic cybersecurity training for all organisational levels, including executives.
COMPLIANCE MODELS FOR CFOs
Led by Carlo Lubrano – CFO & Director of General Affairs, IPE Business School
This module delves into the strategic role of the CFO in the design, implementation, and monitoring of corporate compliance processes. Particular attention is given to process design, internal control system governance, and auditing, with a focus on key regulations: Legislative Decree 231/2001 (corporate criminal liability), Law 262/2005 (financial reporting and market regulation), and anti-bribery laws. Through best practices and real cases, participants will acquire concrete tools to ensure transparency, integrity, and legal compliance, while strengthening their internal control systems and reducing corporate risk.
NON-FINANCIAL REPORTING, SUSTAINABLE FINANCE & ESG RATING
Led by Pablo Degli Innocenti – Chief Innovation & Sustainability Advisor
This module addresses sustainability and provides tools and methods to successfully manage it across the areas involving the finance department: from ESG-oriented investment evaluation and sustainability ratings to all aspects of non-financial reporting, including sustainability reports and impact statements.
BUSINESS ETHICS & THE VALUE OF WORK
Led by Antonio Ricciardi – Dean, IPE Business School
and Enzo Arborea – Head of Research, IPE Business School
Business ethics is a key element in building sustainable and responsible organisations. This module tackles major ethical dilemmas in corporate decision-making, providing tools to integrate ethics and social responsibility into business processes. Through practical case studies, participants will learn to balance economic goals with ethical values, fostering a transparent and robust corporate culture. The module also explores the value of work—its impact on quality of life, interpersonal dynamics, and its social dimension. Topics such as the meaning of work, motivation, and the relationship between organisational well-being and performance will be covered, with the aim of fostering fairer, more productive, and human-centred workplaces.
PUBLIC AND INCENTIVISED FINANCE
Led by Ivo Allegro – Founder & CEO, Iniziativa
This module provides an overview of innovation development and related funding opportunities through direct and indirect R&D support programmes. The goal is to transfer core knowledge on financing research and innovation activities, enabling CFOs to align these opportunities with the company’s strategic needs and the range of national and European programmes and tools available.

Faculty
Sede del corso
Il corso si svolgerà presso Napoli HUB in Via Riviera di Chiaia, 9.
Uno spazio multifunzionale dall’atmosfera elegante in cui focalizzarsi sulla creazione di valore.

Calendario
| MODULO LEADERSHIP, SELF LEADERSHIP & PEOPLE MANAGEMENT | GIOVEDÌ 9 MAGGIO 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO LEADERSHIP, SELF LEADERSHIP & PEOPLE MANAGEMENT | VENERDÌ 10 MAGGIO 2023 (4 ore) | |
| MODULO PIANIFICAZIONE STRATEGICA | VENERDÌ 10 MAGGIO 2024 (4 ore) | |
| MODULO PIANIFICAZIONE STRATEGICA | MARTEDì 21 MAGGIO 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO BILANCIO D’IMPRESA E DI GRUPPO, REPORTING INTEGRATO | GIOVEDì 6 GIUGNO 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO IL BILANCIO COME STRUMENTO DI DECISION MAKING | MARTEDÌ 18 GIUGNO 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO IL BILANCIO COME STRUMENTO DI DECISION MAKING | MERCOLEDÌ 3 LUGLIO 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO DIGITAL MATURITY & INVESTMENT | MARTEDÌ 16 LUGLIO 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO STRATEGY INTO ACTION: DIVENTARE PARTNER DEL CEO | GIOVEDÌ 5 SETTEMBRE 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO VALUTAZIONE D’AZIENDA & OPERAZIONI STRAORDINARIE | MERCOLEDÌ 18 SETTEMBRE 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO METODI E MODELLI DI COMPLIANCE PER CFO | GIOVEDÌ 3 OTTOBRE (8 ore) |
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| MODULO REPORTISTICA NON FINANZIARIA, FINANZA SOSTENIBILE & RATING ESG | GIOVEDÌ 17 OTTOBRE 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO REPORTISTICA NON FINANZIARIA, FINANZA SOSTENIBILE & RATING ESG |
MERCOLEDÌ 30 OTTOBRE 2024 (4 ore) | |
| MODULO BUSINESS ETHICS | MERCOLEDÌ 30 OTTOBRE 2024 (4 ore) |
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| MODULO BUSINESS ETHICS |
VENERDÌ 15 NOVEMBRE 2024 (4 ore) |
Perché l’IPE Business School
- I corsi executive sono erogati in mentorship con lo IESE Business School di Barcellona (www.iese.edu) – scuola n.1 al mondo per la formazione executive secondo il Financial Times per sei anni consecutivi (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019,2020).
- Nel 2022 oltre 40 aziende hanno scelto l’IPE Business School per la propria formazione manageriale
- I corsi executive sono erogati ispirandosi ai più alti standard internazionali e con una modalità “full immersion” che favorisce il networking e crea un ambiente di apprendimento continuo. Oltre all’eccellenza in ogni singolo dettaglio, ogni giornata di formazione include, inclusi nella quota, anche i momenti di welcome coffee, pranzo e coffee break presso la sede del corso.
Sede del corso
Napoli HUB
Il corso si svolgerà presso Napoli HUB in Via Riviera di Chiaia, 9A.
Uno spazio multifunzionale dall’atmosfera elegante in cui focalizzarsi sulla creazione di valore.

Calendario in aggiornamento
Perché l’IPE Business School
- I corsi executive sono erogati in mentorship con lo IESE Business School di Barcellona (www.iese.edu) – scuola n.1 al mondo per la formazione executive secondo il Financial Times per sei anni consecutivi (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019,2020).
- Nel 2022 oltre 40 aziende hanno scelto l’IPE Business School per la propria formazione manageriale
- I corsi executive sono erogati ispirandosi ai più alti standard internazionali e con una modalità “full immersion” che favorisce il networking e crea un ambiente di apprendimento continuo. Oltre all’eccellenza in ogni singolo dettaglio, ogni giornata di formazione include, inclusi nella quota, anche i momenti di welcome coffee, pranzo e coffee break presso la sede del corso.

Location
IPE Business School
Calendar currently being updated
Why Choose IPE Business School
- Executive courses are delivered in mentorship with IESE Business School in Barcelona (www.iese.edu) – ranked No. 1 in the world for executive education by the Financial Times for six consecutive years (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020).
- In 2022, over 40 companies chose IPE Business School for their managerial training programmes.
- Executive courses are designed according to the highest international standards and delivered in an immersive, full-time format that fosters networking and creates a continuous learning environment. Each training day, included in the course fee, also features welcome coffee, lunch, and coffee breaks provided on-site.

Sede del corso
Napoli HUB
Il corso si svolgerà presso Napoli HUB in Via Riviera di Chiaia, 9A.
Uno spazio multifunzionale dall’atmosfera elegante in cui focalizzarsi sulla creazione di valore.

Calendario
| MODULO LEADERSHIP, SELF LEADERSHIP & PEOPLE MANAGEMENT | GIOVEDÌ 9 MAGGIO 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO LEADERSHIP, SELF LEADERSHIP & PEOPLE MANAGEMENT | VENERDÌ 10 MAGGIO 2023 (4 ore) | |
| MODULO PIANIFICAZIONE STRATEGICA | VENERDÌ 10 MAGGIO 2024 (4 ore) | |
| MODULO PIANIFICAZIONE STRATEGICA | MARTEDì 21 MAGGIO 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO BILANCIO D’IMPRESA E DI GRUPPO, REPORTING INTEGRATO | GIOVEDì 6 GIUGNO 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO IL BILANCIO COME STRUMENTO DI DECISION MAKING | MARTEDÌ 18 GIUGNO 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO DIGITAL MATURITY & INVESTMENT | VENERDÌ 28 GIUGNO 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO IL BILANCIO COME STRUMENTO DI DECISION MAKING | MERCOLEDÌ 3 LUGLIO 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO STRATEGY INTO ACTION: DIVENTARE PARTNER DEL CEO | GIOVEDÌ 5 SETTEMBRE 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO VALUTAZIONE D’AZIENDA & OPERAZIONI STRAORDINARIE | MERCOLEDÌ 18 SETTEMBRE 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO METODI E MODELLI DI COMPLIANCE PER CFO | GIOVEDÌ 3 OTTOBRE 2024 (8 ore) |
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| MODULO REPORTISTICA NON FINANZIARIA, FINANZA SOSTENIBILE & RATING ESG | GIOVEDÌ 17 OTTOBRE 2024 (8 ore) | |
| MODULO REPORTISTICA NON FINANZIARIA, FINANZA SOSTENIBILE & RATING ESG |
MERCOLEDÌ 30 OTTOBRE 2024 (4 ore) | |
| MODULO BUSINESS ETHICS | MERCOLEDÌ 30 OTTOBRE 2024 (4 ore) |
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| MODULO BUSINESS ETHICS |
VENERDÌ 15 NOVEMBRE 2024 (8 ore) |
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| MODULO FINANZA AGEVOLATA |
GIOVEDÌ 28 NOVEMBRE 2024 (8 ore) |
Perché l’IPE Business School
- I corsi executive sono erogati in mentorship con lo IESE Business School di Barcellona (www.iese.edu) – scuola n.1 al mondo per la formazione executive secondo il Financial Times per sei anni consecutivi (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019,2020).
- Nel 2022 oltre 40 aziende hanno scelto l’IPE Business School per la propria formazione manageriale
- I corsi executive sono erogati ispirandosi ai più alti standard internazionali e con una modalità “full immersion” che favorisce il networking e crea un ambiente di apprendimento continuo. Oltre all’eccellenza in ogni singolo dettaglio, ogni giornata di formazione include, inclusi nella quota, anche i momenti di welcome coffee, pranzo e coffee break presso la sede del corso.

Methodology
The programme relies primarily on the case study method, actively engaging participants in individual and group discussions centred on real-world business cases from leading international organisations.
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Fees and Enrolment
- Standard fee: €5,700 + VAT (22%)
- Discounted fee: €5,100 + VAT (22%) for:
- Early Bird (registration by 30 April 2025)
- Companies / Members of AIDAF (Italian Family Business Association),
Unione Industriali Salerno, or AIDP (Italian HR Association)
- Alumni Discount: €4,850 + VAT (22%) for IPE Alumni Association members
The fee includes: all training materials, coordination and support services, as well as welcome coffee, lunch, and coffee breaks on training days.
Funding options: The programme is eligible for financing through inter-professional funds using a training plan with company training vouchers.
Maximum participants: 20
Application deadline: 8 June 2025
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Contact: ipe@ipebs.it – +39 081 245 7074
















