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Certified Cost Professional (CCP)

Cost Planning, Control & Optimization: Enhancing Your Financial Skills to Increase Your Business Potential

Course Overview

Cost control is important and yet presents certain challenges. Costs must be managed without compromising either safety or production quality. This Certified Cost Professional (CCP) training course presents the delegates with practical tools and techniques which can easily be applied immediately within their company and work. It also introduces to the delegates the emerging tools and techniques to develop for the future.

This Energy Training Centre training course will help the delegates to save their employers money without damaging the business or sacrificing the quality. This training course will feature practical, engaging and innovative new techniques from different organisations. It will also help the delegates to identify and deliver savings without affecting the performance, capability, strategy, delivery or safety.

Course Objectives

As a result of this training course, delegates will gain better understanding cost control and it will provide opportunities for immediate savings and long term sustainable saving for the organisations. Delegates will be engaged, challenged and motivated to make a significant difference within their organizations.

By the end of this Certified Cost Professional (CCP) training course, participants will be able to:

  • Proactively manage costs
  • Seek opportunities for cost reduction
  • Effectively control costs
  • Make better use of cost budgets, plans and forecasts
  • Understand project appraisal
  • Control costs with projects

Training Methodology

Formal trainer led input will be mixed with discussion, case studies, exercises, games and videos and excel models. This Certified Cost Professional (CCP) training course will be interactive, engaging and most importantly practical. Delegates will be encouraged to create a learning log and action plan so that improvements resulting from this training can be tracked.

Who Should Attend

This training course is essential for many professionals but especially for managers with financial responsibility for departments or projects or those who are involved in the analysis of costs to support decisions within the business.

This Certified Cost Professional (CCP) training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit: 

  • Finance Managers
  • Budget Holders
  • Project Managers
  • Professional Engineers
  • People providing direct support to the above

Course Curriculum

  • Costs and Profit
    • Objectives - Mission & Vision - Profit Now vs. Profit Later
    • Strategy and How It Guides Cost Management Decisions / Strategy Models and Costs Management
    • Cost vs. Value / Value Focused Approaches Profit Drivers
  • Costs and Cash
    • Cash vs. Profit
    • Cost – Cash and Non-cash
    • Costs Management vs. Cash Management / Capital vs. Revenue Managing Capital Cost / Managing Revenue Cost
  • Cost and Risk
    • Introduction to Risk
    • Cost and Risk
  • Understanding and Working with Costs
  • Cost vs. Value
  • Value Based Cost Management / Thinking
  • Plan for Cost Reduction and Profit Improvement
  • Fixed and Variable Costs Income Statement
  • Break-even Analysis / Contribution Margin
  • Costing Approaches – Full Absorption, Marginal, ABC
  • New Ideas in Cost Management – Lean Principles / ABC – Big data
  • OPEX Planning Approaches
  • Value Engineering Approaches Applied to OPEX and Personnel Incentives
  • G&A Cost Planning and Valuation
  • Forecasting Tools and Techniques
  • What is Risk?
  • Modelling Costs and Profit and Risk
  • OPEX Long-term Forecast
  • OPEX Planning and Performance Monitoring
  • Building Cashflow Models for Decision Making
  • CAPEX Planning System
  • Factors Used to Evaluate the Efficiency of CAPEX Projects, Annual Investment Program
  • CAPEX Planning
  • Applying Time-adjusted Measures - The Time Value of Money
  • Net Present Value (NPV) and Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
  • Sensitivity Analysis, Scenario Analysis, Simulation/Monte Carlo Analysis
  • The Importance of Flexibility and Options
  • Dealing with Risk and Changing Circumstances
  • The Budgeting Process
  • The Role of Budgeting
  • Annual Budgeting Process
  • Identifying and Resolving Budgeting Variances
  • Different Budgeting Systems in Use Today
  • Budgeting Tips and Techniques
  • Variance Analysis
  • Beyond Budgeting

Certificates Awarded

Certificate of Completion

After successfully completing this training course, participants will be awarded The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion — a respected validation of their dedication to continuous learning and professional excellence. This certificate signifies that participants have gained the essential knowledge and skills required to make a measurable impact in their field.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our training courses are conducted at partnered hotels located within the specified training areas. Please note that venue assignments may vary based on availability. For the most current information, do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].

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 [email protected] to discuss your group’s training needs, and we’ll work with you to create a personalized training course that aligns with your objectives.

Upon successful completion of the training course, you will receive The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion with corresponding learning hours.

Yes, special discounts are available upon request if you have more than one registrant for a course. For further information please email us at [email protected]

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 receiving your registration details, either via email at [email protected] or through our online registration form, we will send you the following by email within 24-48 hours of registration.

  • Joining Instructions
  • Invoice/receipt (where appropriate)

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 [email protected]. Our team will guide you through the registration process and provide assistance you may need.

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 suggest 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 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, The Energy Training Centre is certified and recognized by several prominent industry standards. Specifically, it holds certifications from ILM, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and the Project Management Institute (PMI).

  • ILM (ID# 002398B) – This certification indicates that our training programmes meet high standards for leadership and management development, ensuring that they are designed to enhance participants’ skills in these critical areas.
  • Continuing Professional Development (CPD) – Our recognition by CPD reflects our commitment to providing educational opportunities that support ongoing professional growth and skill enhancement. This accreditation ensures that our training courses are relevant and effective for professionals seeking to advance their careers.
  • Project Management Institute (PMI) – Being recognized by PMI signifies that our training programmes align with industry best practices in project management. This certification assures participants that our offerings are in line with the standards required for effective project management and are valuable for those pursuing or maintaining PMI credentials.

These certifications underscore our dedication to providing high-quality, industry-relevant training that fosters professional growth and meets established standards. Additionally, we are actively pursuing further certifications and affiliations to enhance our offerings and ensure we remain at the forefront of industry best practices.

About Energy Training Centre

Energy Training Centre is a leading provider of professional development programs for the energy and public sectors. With over 15 years of experience, we have trained more than 50,000 professionals across the Middle East and beyond.

Our expert-led courses are designed to meet the evolving needs of modern organizations, combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications that deliver immediate value to your career and organization.

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