“What Story Do Numbers Tell?”
Date & Time: April 14th (Mon) 19:00-21:00 (JST) 
Speaker: Prof. Paul Thurston
Venue: Shizenkan Campus (Nihonbashi, Tokyo) and Zoom
| In today’s fast-paced, complex business world, understanding the numbers behind the decisions is not just beneficial—it’s essential. It’s about understanding and utilizing numbers to make better decisions. But what do we mean when we say, “It’s all about the numbers”? How do we translate complex figures into meaningful insights that drive smart strategies?
The NUMBERS course at Shizenkan University isn’t just about crunching numbers; it’s about unlocking the power of data to make better decisions. Whether you’re analyzing financial statements, setting business strategies, or measuring performance, we’ll guide you through the tools and teach you how to translate numbers into actionable insights.
Join Adjunct Professor, Paul Thurston, for an engaging OPEN Class session where we explore how mastering financial analysis, performance metrics, and data-driven decision-making can empower you to lead with confidence. This session is available on campus at Shizenkan University to limited number of participants and online. |
Timeline
19:00-19:10 Shizenkan University Introduction
19:10-20:00 Open class session
20:00-20:15 Dialogue with the alumni
20:15-20:30 Q&A
20:15-20:30 Closing remarks
20:30-21:00 Shizenkan Info session (for those who are interested)
Speaker
Paul Thurston is an Adjunct Professor at Waseda University Graduate School of Accountancy and Aoyama Gakuin Graduate School of Professional Accountancy and a certified public accountant. Paul has over 30 years of practical accounting and auditing experience as an audit partner with Deloitte (1990-2009) and EY (2009-2019). He specializes in IPOs, cross-border offerings, and other strategic transactions. His industry expertise includes technology, trading companies, automotive, and pharmaceutical companies.