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Transform your financial knowledge with expert-led startup education programs

Master Startup Finance in Australia's Growing Market

Join our comprehensive program that bridges the gap between traditional finance education and the real-world demands of Australia's startup ecosystem. Learn from industry professionals who've navigated funding rounds, built financial models, and scaled businesses.

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Navigate Real Markets

Australia's startup landscape has unique characteristics that textbooks don't cover. Our approach focuses on practical scenarios you'll actually encounter.

From understanding ASIC regulations to working with local VCs, we cover the specifics that matter when you're building something here.

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Build Connections

The Australian startup community is smaller than Silicon Valley but incredibly collaborative. We'll help you understand how relationships drive business here.

Our network includes founders who've raised Series A rounds, CFOs from successful exits, and investors actively writing checks.

The Funding Reality Check

Most finance courses teach theory. We teach what actually happens when you're sitting across from investors, building monthly reports, or explaining burn rate to your board.

  • Financial modeling that investors actually want to see
  • Understanding Australian tax structures and R&D incentives
  • Building relationships with local angel groups and VCs
  • Managing cash flow during growth phases
  • Due diligence preparation from both sides

We've worked with companies from pre-revenue through IPO. The patterns are predictable once you know what to look for.

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Learn From Practitioners

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Sienna Kavanaugh

Lead Finance Strategist

After spending seven years as CFO at three different startups, I've seen the same financial mistakes repeated over and over. The gap between academic finance and startup reality is huge.

I built this program because I was tired of seeing smart founders struggle with basic financial planning. Not because they weren't capable, but because nobody taught them what venture debt actually looks like or how to structure employee equity properly.

The Australian market has its own quirks. Understanding the local ecosystem makes everything easier when you're trying to raise money or plan your growth strategy.

Three Focused Learning Paths

Choose the track that matches where you are in your journey. All programs start in autumn 2025 with cohorts of 15-20 participants.

Foundation Finance

12 weeks

Perfect if you're pre-revenue or just getting started. We cover the fundamentals without assuming you have an MBA.

  • Building your first financial model
  • Understanding startup accounting basics
  • Cash flow management and forecasting
  • Preparing for your first funding conversations

Growth Strategy

16 weeks

For companies with revenue who are ready to scale. Focus on metrics that matter and building systems for growth.

  • Unit economics and cohort analysis
  • Series A preparation and term sheets
  • Building board reporting processes
  • Managing growth capital efficiently

Advanced Operations

20 weeks

For established companies preparing for significant funding or exit. Deep dive into complex financial strategy.

  • M&A preparation and valuation
  • International expansion finance
  • Advanced equity structures
  • IPO readiness and compliance

What to Expect

Our programs blend weekly sessions with hands-on projects. You'll work on real scenarios while building connections with other founders and finance professionals.

Foundation Weeks

Weeks 1-4

Build core understanding of startup finance fundamentals. Work through real case studies and begin developing your own financial framework.

Applied Learning

Weeks 5-12

Apply concepts to your own business or work on projects with other participants. Regular feedback sessions with industry mentors.

Network Integration

Weeks 13-16

Connect with our network of investors, CFOs, and successful founders. Practice pitches and refine your financial strategy.

Ongoing Support

Beyond graduation

Access to alumni network, quarterly check-ins, and continued learning resources as your business evolves.