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Mastering Budgeting and Forecasting

Financial Management and Accounting October 25, 2025
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Introduction

This comprehensive course provides advanced training in budgeting and forecasting techniques essential for effective financial planning and organizational control. Participants will learn to develop sophisticated budgets, create accurate forecasts, and implement performance monitoring systems that support strategic decision-making. The program covers various budgeting approaches including zero-based budgeting, rolling forecasts, and driver-based budgeting, along with advanced forecasting techniques. Through practical exercises and real-world scenarios, attendees will develop the expertise to create robust budgeting and forecasting processes that enhance organizational performance.

Objectives

Key learning objectives for this course include:

  • Develop comprehensive master budgets for organizations
  • Implement advanced forecasting techniques and models
  • Apply different budgeting approaches appropriately
  • Create rolling forecasts for dynamic planning
  • Develop driver-based budgets aligned with business strategy
  • Implement variance analysis and performance monitoring
  • Use budgeting and forecasting for decision support
  • Manage the behavioral aspects of budgeting
  • Implement budgeting and forecasting technology solutions

Target Audience

  • Budget Managers
  • Financial Planning and Analysis Professionals
  • Financial Controllers
  • Department Heads
  • Business Unit Leaders
  • Management Accountants
  • Strategic Planning Managers
  • Financial Analysts

Methodology

  • Budget development workshops
  • Forecasting technique exercises
  • Variance analysis case studies
  • Rolling forecast simulations
  • Dashboard creation activities
  • Software demonstration sessions
  • Individual budgeting projects

Personal Impact

  • Enhanced budgeting and forecasting skills
  • Improved analytical and planning capabilities
  • Stronger financial modeling abilities
  • Increased confidence in financial planning
  • Better understanding of performance management
  • Professional growth in FP&A career

Organizational Impact

  • Improved financial planning accuracy
  • Enhanced resource allocation and efficiency
  • Better performance monitoring and control
  • Increased organizational agility and responsiveness
  • Stronger strategic alignment of resources
  • Improved financial performance and stability

Course Outline

Budgeting and Forecasting Foundation

Planning Framework
  • Budgeting purpose and benefits
  • Forecasting vs. budgeting differences
  • Strategic planning integration
  • Budgeting process lifecycle
Organizational Context
  • Budget organization and responsibility
  • Budget calendar development
  • Stakeholder engagement strategies
  • Communication and training requirements

Master Budget Development

Operating Budget
  • Sales budget preparation
  • Production budget development
  • Direct materials and labor budget
  • Overhead and operating expense budget
Financial Budget
  • Cash budget preparation
  • Capital expenditure budget
  • Budgeted income statement
  • Budgeted balance sheet

Advanced Budgeting Approaches

Alternative Methods
  • Zero-based budgeting implementation
  • Activity-based budgeting
  • Beyond budgeting principles
  • Priority-based budgeting
Rolling Forecasts
  • Rolling forecast concepts
  • Implementation strategies
  • Frequency and horizon determination
  • Integration with annual budgeting

Forecasting Techniques

Quantitative Methods
  • Time series analysis
  • Regression analysis for forecasting
  • Exponential smoothing techniques
  • Seasonal adjustment methods
Qualitative Approaches
  • Delphi method application
  • Sales force composite
  • Executive opinion aggregation
  • Market research for forecasting

Performance Management

Variance Analysis
  • Variance calculation and reporting
  • Root cause analysis techniques
  • Management response development
  • Performance improvement planning
Dashboard Development
  • Key performance indicators
  • Budget vs. actual reporting
  • Forecast accuracy measurement
  • Executive dashboard design

Implementation and Technology

Process Improvement
  • Budgeting process optimization
  • Forecasting accuracy improvement
  • Behavioral aspects management
  • Continuous improvement approaches
Technology Solutions
  • Budgeting software selection
  • ERP system integration
  • Automation opportunities
  • Data management for budgeting

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Upcoming Sessions

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Doha

February 02, 2026 - February 04, 2026

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Baku

February 23, 2026 - February 27, 2026

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Kuala Lumpur

March 16, 2026 - March 20, 2026

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