An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Business Intelligence & Analytics for Finance Professionals
Leveraging Data to Improve Decision-making and Build Competitive Advantage
Scheduled Dates
Classroom
| 01 - 05 Jul 2024 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 02 - 06 Sep 2024 | Amsterdam - The Netherlands | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 04 - 08 Nov 2024 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 23 - 27 Dec 2024 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 06 - 10 Jan 2025 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 17 - 21 Feb 2025 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Online
| 01 - 05 Jul 2024 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 04 - 08 Nov 2024 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 17 - 21 Feb 2025 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
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Why Choose this Training Course?
This Business Intelligence and Analytics for Finance Professionals training course will highlight how, in a world where firms face intense competition for both customers and investors, the key challenge for today’s finance professional is to step-up and support the value creation process by moving from a narrow reporting role to embrace and exploit the full opportunities provided by today’s Business Intelligence (BI) and Business Analytics (BA) systems. This Data Management & Analytics training course will focus on the tools and techniques used by world-class finance functions to provide the critical business insights C-Suite executives need for effective data driven decision management.
This Petroknowledge training course will highlight:
- The Vital Role of the 21st Century Finance Function
- How Finance Professionals can fully exploit BI and BA tools
- Using BI and BA to improve business processes and performance
- Principles and Practice in Statistical Analysis and Forecasting
- Practical Skills for Data Visualisation and Infographics
- Applying Agile Methods to BI and BA Systems Development
What are the Goals?
This Business Intelligence and Analytics for Finance Professionals training course will explain and practically demonstrate how finance professionals can make effective use of Business Intelligence and Business Analytics techniques to optimise the information and insights presented to managers and senior executives in the context of data driven decision management.
At the end of this training course, you will learn to:
- Frame financial insights in the context of business process improvement
- Exploit the tools of Business Intelligence and Analytics systems
- Develop financial and non-financial key performance measures
- Apply the tools and techniques of predictive analytics
- Design powerful graphics for data visualisation and infographics
Who is this Training Course for?
This Business Intelligence and Analytics for Finance Professionals training course will significantly raise the skills and effectiveness of any finance professional engaged in financial planning, performance management reporting or decision making support in any organisation using modern Enterprise Resource Planning systems supported by Business Intelligence and Business Analytics tools.
This Petroknowledge training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Finance Professionals across the organisation
- Head Office Planning Managers
- Budgeting and Forecasting Teams
- Commercial Managers
- Finance Strategic Business Partners
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This Business Intelligence and Analytics for Finance Professionals training course will be presented in a highly participative workshop format using activities, case studies and practical examples. Delegates will have the opportunity to develop practical skills for using predictive analytics for preparing business forecasts and using Excel to design graphics for data visualisation and infographics presentations.
Organisational Impact
The organisation will gain through the development and application of capabilities and skills in key areas of communicating key financial insights to decision-makers; specifically benefits will include:
- Improved awareness of key business performance measures
- Greater financial insights from fully exploiting BI and BA systems
- Better integration of financial and non-financial performance measures
- Upgraded data visualisation and infographics
- Raised awareness of modern Agile approach to systems development
- Enhanced results from data driven decision management
Personal Impact
Delegates will benefit from the expansion of their knowledge and application of up to date Business Intelligence and Business Analytics tools and techniques; benefits will specifically include:
- Ability to frame financial insights in the context of business process and performance
- Up to date knowledge of leading edge BI and BA tools and systems
- Practical skills in statistical analysis and predictive analytics
- Greater levels of involvement in management decision-making
- Raised awareness of modern Agile and Scrum approach to system development
- Effective methods for systems implementation and change management
Daily Agenda
Day One : Understanding Business Models and Business Processes
- Creating Value for Key Organisational Stakeholders
- The Role of the 21st Century Finance Professional
- Business Models and Business Processes
- Business Process Improvement and Re-engineering
- Introduction to Business Intelligence and Business Analytics
- Introduction to Data Driven Decision Management (DDDM)
- Key Financial Measures and Shareholder Value Drivers
- Key Success Factors and Key Performance Measures
Day Two : Purpose and Principles of Business Intelligence and Business Analytics
- Implementing a Business Performance Management Framework
- The Definition and Purpose of Business Intelligence (BI)
- History and Development
- Features Tools and Terminology of BI Systems
- The Definition and Aims of Business Analytics (BA)
- Understanding Descriptive and Predictive Analytics
- Sources and Types of BI and BA Tools
Day Three : Principles of Statistical and Predictive Analytics
- Defining Statistical, Descriptive and Predictive Analytics
- Business Database Features and Design
- Principles of Distribution and Probability Theory
- Time Series Data Analysis
- Trend Analysis and Forecasting using Moving Averages
- Trend Analysis and Forecasting using Linear Regression
- Analysis and Forecasting with Monte Carlo Simulation in Excel
- Predictive Analytics using ‘what-if’ Forecasts
Day Four : Data Visualisation and Infographics for Finance Professionals
- Defining Data, Information and Insight
- Comparing Data Visualisation and Infographics
- Using Charts and Graphics for Data Visualisation
- Designing Visuals and Infographics for Non-financial Users
- Using Excel and Powerpoint for Data Visualisation
- Designing and Using Scorecards and Dashboards
- Practical Tips for Building Dashboards and Mashboards in Excel
Day Five : BI / BA – Implementing Systems and Managing Change
- An Agile Approach to Systems Development
- Practical Steps in Agile BI / BA Systems Design and Implementation
- The Importance of Urgency
- Effective Steps to Achieving Change
- Overcoming Resistance to Change
Certificate
- On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
In Association With
Our collaboration with GLOMACS aims to provide the best training services and benefits for our valued clients
Our collaboration with Oxford Management Centre aims to provide the best training services and benefits for our valued clients.
Our collaboration with The Energy Training Centre aims to provide the best training services and benefits for our valued clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
- To register online through our website, please click “Enroll Now” on the course page, complete and submit the form. A confirmation e-mail and instructions will be sent to the participant’s e-mail.
- You may also get in touch with our Registration Team on
+971 50 981 7386 | +971 2 557 7389 or send an email to reg@petroknowledge.com
- Payments can be made in USD or UAE local currency AED (Arab Emirates Dirhams) either by Bank Transfer or by Credit Card. Our Bank Account details will be provided on the invoice.
- Course fees are payable upon booking unless a valid, authorized Purchase Order is provided and accepted.
- Invoices will be sent via email/courier to the ID/name and address provided.
- The course fee shall be settled prior to course start date. Corporate payments with existing payment policy shall be relayed to us in advance.
Upon successful registration online, enrolment on the respective training course will be confirmed by Registration Team by e-mail along with the invoice and joining instruction.
For corporate fees and group registration, please send your query to info@petroknowledge.com.
