This Budget Preparation Skills training course focuses on the essential skills required to understand the processes of costing and budgeting within organisations. This is designed to address all the relevant issues concerning cost analysis, budget preparation and performance measurement. This training course is a must for all professionals who need to master their budgeting skills by learning how costs behave so that realistic business plans can be produced.
This Energy Training Centre training course enables participants to:
- Identify the key factors required to understand business processes
- Develop proper system of cost analysis for budgeting purposes
- Master the budgeting and financial skills required for better decision-making
- Identify sources of financial and operational data to support the budgeting process
- Learn new best practices to manage organisational performance
- Learn costing and budgeting terminology used in business
- Understand the importance of a well-defined costing and budgeting process
- Determine full costs of outputs for the goods and services provided
- Master traditional techniques and recent best practices
- Link finance and operation for budgeting purposes and strategy execution
- Learn how to build a comprehensive performance measurement system
This Budget Preparation Skills training course will be conducted along workshop principles with formal lectures, case studies and interactive worked examples. Relevant case studies will be provided to illustrate the application of each tool in an operations environment. Each learning point will be reinforced with practical exercises. Difficult mathematical concepts are minimised and handled in a visual way that is easy to understand with examples demonstrated.
- Cost and Budgeting awareness will be enhanced
- Higher chances to select a budgetary system that works
- Broadened Knowledge of performance management techniques
- Better attitude to link cost and budgeting to strategy and performance measurement
- Deeper understanding of cause and effect relationship for budgeting purposes
- Better awareness of non-financial implications of budgeting
- Delegates will understand the budgeting methods most useful to them
- They will understand how to construct a relevant and efficient budget
- They will learn to evaluate the usefulness of costing techniques in accurately calculating and ensuring profitability
- They will reinforce and expand their knowledge by linking budgeting to strategy and performance measurement
- They will broaden their understanding by linking financial and operational issues
- The staff person who will be responsible for entering data into the budget system or training others how to enter information
- Those who want to gain control of the firm's financial standing and obtain a firm grasp on the numbers side of their job
- Financial professionals, R&D professionals, sales / marketing professionals, general accounting professionals, business unit professionals
- Anyone who wants to understand the basics of budgeting and costing
Day One: Budgeting and Its Role Within the Management Process
- The Role of Budgeting within Management Accounting
- Linking Costing and Budgeting to Strategy and Performance Measurement
- The Process of Value Creation: Implications for Budgeting
- What is a budget and why costing is fundamental?
- Budgets - The Financial Expression of the Operating Plan
- Linking Financial and Operational Issues
- Behavioural Implications of Budgeting
Day Two: Costs Analysis for Budgetary Purposes
- Costing for Budgeting: Why?
- Cost Terms and Purposes
- Fixed and Variable Costs
- Cost, Volume, Profit (CVP) Relationships
- The Key Concept of Contribution Margin
- Direct and Indirect Cost – The Allocation Problem
- Traditional Methods vs. Activity Based Costing (ABC)
Day Three: The Framework for Budgeting
- Elements of the Budgeting Framework
- Key Concepts and Terminology
- Advantages and Disadvantages - critical issues to be discussed
- Overview of the Financial Statements
- Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and the Statement of Cash Flows
- Introducing Cost Analysis for Decision-making
- The Importance of Understanding Full Costs
Day Four: Flexed Budgets and Variance Analysis
- Budgeting for Management Control Purposes
- Explain Why Standard Costs are used in Variance Analysis
- Describe the difference between a Fixed Budget and a Flexed Budget
- Compute Flexed Budget Variances and Sales Volume Variances
- How to interpret variance analysis?
- Integrate continuous improvement into Variance Analysis
- Is budgeting enough?
Day Five: Beyond Budgeting: Broadening Performance Measurement Systems
- Shortcomings of Traditional approaches to Budgeting and Measurement
- Linking Financial to Operational Issues
- Linking Strategy to Performance Measurement
- The Balanced Scorecard and Six Sigma
- Financial Perspective
- Customer Perspective
- Internal Business Process Perspective
- Learning and Growth Perspective
- Developing and Adapting the Scorecard
We offer two main training formats to cater to different preferences and needs:
- Classroom Training Delivery – Our traditional classroom-based training courses provide a face-to-face learning experience with subject matter experts. You’ll benefit form in-person interactions, hands-on exercises, and a structured classroom environment.
- Online Training Delivery – We also offer convenient live/online training courses that you can access from anywhere with a stable internet connection. These courses provided flexibility and allow you to learn anywhere, making them suitable for busy schedules or remote learning.
The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion with corresponding learning hours who has successfully completed the training course.
Yes, we provide assistance by issuing a Letter of Invitation stating that you are confirmed to attend our training.
We value transparency and are happy to provide our instructor’s profiles upon request. If you would like to learn more about our instructor’s’ qualifications, expertise, and experiences, please email us at info@energytraining.ae.
Yes, we do. We provide tailored training courses designed to meet the specific requirement of larger group of individuals. These customized training courses can be conducted both classroom and online formats, allowing you the flexibility to choose you preferred dates and duration.
Please contact us at inhouse@energytraining.ae to discuss your group’s training needs, and we’ll work with you to create a personalized training course that aligns with your objectives.
We have multiple international training venues. You may find this through our website link: https://energytraining.ae/training-locations
Our training courses are held at our partnered hotels within the city included within our training
Yes, here are the following options we can offer to assist you:
- Corporate Discount – We can extend our corporate discount to participants staying at the same hotel, if we have any. Please enquire about the availability of this discount when you register for the training course.
- Nearby Hotel Suggestions – If you prefer other accommodations, we can provide a list of nearby hotels to suit your needs and budget.
Feel free to go through hotel booking platforms on the internet to find the most cost-effective for you.
No, we do not provide job placement services after the training course. However, we are confident that our training course equips you with the necessary tools and knowledge to enhance you career prospects and promote career growth. Our training course are designed to empower you with valuable skills and expertise to excel in your chosen field.
- Tuition fee for a 5-day training course
- Provision of a world-class subject matter expert to deliver this training
- Meeting at a hotel venue corresponding to your chosen session
- Welcome food and drinks, AM / PM snack, and Lunch
- Digital course materials (e-Tablet)
- Course completion certificates
- Designing and administration of Pre-& Post Course Assessments
- Preparation of participant’s Performance and Appraisal Report, if required
- Issuance of Letter of Invitation for delegates needed visa processing, if required
- Tuition fee for a 5-day online training course
- Provision of a world-class subject matter expert to deliver this training through live/virtual delivery
- An electronic copy of the training manual and relevant hand-outs
- Issuance of The Energy Training Centre e-Certificate of Completion
- Administration of Pre-& Post Workshop Assessments
- Link access of online platform acceptable to both parties
Certainly, we do provide corporate rates tailored for organizations seeking to enrol multiple employees in our training programs. To facilitate this, we encourage you to make a formal request via email addressed to info@energytraining.ae. We’ll be delighted to discuss and offer a suitable arrangement for your corporate needs.
Yes, special discounts are available upon request if you have more than one registrant for a course. For further information please email us at info@energytraining.ae
We offer two convenient payment options:
- Bank Transfer – You can make payment via bank transfer. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an invoice with the banking details for the transfer. We would require you to supply a swift copy for us to confirm receipt of funds.
- Payment Link – Alternatively, we provide a secure payment link that you can use to complete your payment after your registration has been confirmed.
Upon receipt of your registration details sent via email at reg@energytraining.ae, we will send you the following by e-mail within 24-48 hours of registration.
- Joining Instructions
- Invoice/receipt (where appropriate)
If you register online, you will receive an e-mail on the same day confirming your registration.
There are two convenient options to register for a training course:
- Online Registration Form – Register for your desired training course by completing the online registration form available on our website. Simple click on the registration button or select your preferred dates and provide the requested information.
- Email Registration – You can email us your intention to register at info@energytraining.ae. Our team will guide you through the registration process and provide assistance you may need.
Yes, we do allow registration transfers in the event that you are unable to attend the training course. To initiate a transfer, please send us an official email requesting the change. We’ll guide you through the transfer process and ensure a smooth transition of your registration to another eligible participant.
Our training course sessions are scheduled and posted on our website for your convenience. However, we understand that there may be specific requirement for your group. If you have a preferred venue and specific training dates in mind, please feel free to propose them to us by clicking on the button “Propose you preferred location & date” of your preferred training course.
Our course timings slightly vary between the cities we offer our training courses. Please let us know of your preferred course and session (dates/venue) through email at info@energytraining.ae. Alternatively, you may call/WhatsApp us at +971 50 746 0956.
We understand that time zones may be different between our Senior Consultants and our delegates. Our standard online course timings (11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, GMT+4 – Dubai, UAE) may be adjusted upon confirming the programme. Our team shall communicate between the confirmed registered delegates and suggested a suitable course timing for all.
Our standard course duration for our classroom programmes is 6 hours per day while our online session is 5 hours per day.
Our training programmes are designed to be concise yet comprehensive, focusing on professional development. The duration varies based on the specific course content and objectives – we normally offer programmes between 5 – 10 days. However, our emphasis lies in delivering interactive and engaging sessions that prioritize depth of learning within a condensed timeframe. This approach ensures participants acquire substantial knowledge and skills efficiently.
We have been assessed by TUV Rheinland Middle East FZE and comply with Quality Management System standards – ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 29993:2017, ensuring a commitment to quality and excellence in our operations and services.
Our training courses span across diverse industries, encompassing sectors such as but not limited to:
- Power & Utilities
- Oil & Gas
- Financial Institutions
- Government and Regulatory bodies
- Manufacturing & Production Industry
Our commitment lies in continuously refining and expanding our training course offerings to align with evolving industry landscapes. We encourage individuals to explore our website or engage with our dedicated support team for the latest information on available courses, ensuring access to the most pertinent and current educational resources.
Yes, Energy Training Centre is an ILM Recognised Provider (ID# 002398B), authorized to register learners and offer training courses recognized by ILM. Participants seeking ILM Recognised Certification would need to complete an assessment post the ILM Recognised courses. ILM is a renowned provider of leadership and management qualifications, part of the City and Guilds Group. Additionally, our company is a CPD Certified Training Company, ensuring our commitment to continuous professional development standards.
