An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Corporate Financial Planning,
Budgeting & Control
Hedging, Planning and Costing Techniques
Scheduled Dates
Classroom
| 10 - 14 Feb 2025 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 12 - 16 May 2025 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 07 - 11 Jul 2025 | Prague - Czech Republic | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 11 - 15 Aug 2025 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 27 - 31 Oct 2025 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 10 - 14 Nov 2025 | Amsterdam - The Netherlands | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 24 - 28 Nov 2025 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 08 - 12 Dec 2025 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 19 - 23 Jan 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 09 - 13 Feb 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Online
| 10 - 14 Feb 2025 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 12 - 16 May 2025 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 26 - 30 May 2025 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 07 - 11 Jul 2025 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 24 - 28 Nov 2025 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Would an alternative date be more suitable?
We offer a variety of tailored training options, customized to meet your organisation's needs. Delivered anytime, anywhere, we make it easy to bring expert training directly to your team.
Why Choose this Training Course?
This Corporate Financial Planning, Budgeting & Control training course is designed to enable delegates to make corporate financial decisions in an increasingly volatile international marketplace with the view to increase profitability, maintain liquidity and reduce financial risk is a challenge for all organizations regardless of their sizes.
This training course is designed to enable delegates to understand the critical aspect of corporate decision making and enhance their knowledge from the development of a strategic corporate financial plan, the raising of finance, the preparation and management of budgets to support the plan, the management of financial risk and ultimately the measurement and evaluation of performance.
Corporate planning, budgeting and control are essential in modern organizations. Effective planning, budgeting and control lead companies to their Mission, Vision and Goals.
This PetroKnowledge training course will highlight:
- The Concept of Agency Theory
- Risk Management
- Managing and Controlling Cash Flow
- Time-adjusted Valuation Methods
- Financial Projections
- SWOT Analysis
What are the Goals?
The objectives of this Corporate Financial Planning, Budgeting & Control training course are to provide delegates with the necessary tools and techniques to enable them to:
- Evaluate the various methods of finance and make successful capital investment decisions
- Develop effective corporate financial plans aimed at maximising return and minimising risk
- Prepare, manage and control budgets to support the corporate financial plans
- Identify and manage financial risk effectively
- Measure and manage performance effectively
- Create opportunities for your personal development and increased financial awareness
Who is this Training Course for?
This PetroKnoweldge Corporate Financial Planning, Budgeting & Control training course is suitable for:
- Non-financial and Financial Personnel
- Financial Decision-makers
- Professionals acting upon the financial decisions of others
- Analysts
- Managers involved in planning and decision-making
- Financial Planner
- Individual with very basic financial knowledge.
- Individual with ambitions to work in finance related fields.
- Junior Managers involved in risk managements
- Managers and those with financial responsibilities
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This Corporate Financial Planning, Budgeting & Control training course is based on a practical case study requiring delegates to develop and manage a strategic corporate financial plan. As a result, it is highly participative with extensive use of practical examples, case studies, exercises and discussion sessions to ensure the development of transferable skills as well as knowledge and understanding. It will enable delegates to make and justify finance decisions, prepare and manage budgets, minimise risk and evaluate performance.
Organisational Impact
By attending this training course:
- Delegates will develop a set of transferable skills which will improve their powers of financial planning helping the company to increase profit, improve cash flow whilst minimizing costs and risk
- The new skills will help them to make more informed and hence better management decisions
- Delegates will not only be able to analyse various business problems but will also be able to evaluate various courses of action and make sound recommendations for action using leading software
- They will become more aware of the importance of effective planning, budgeting and forecasting making the capital budgeting process more cost effective
- The use of practical case studies and illustrations of real companies will help delegates understand how to apply different planning, forecasting and analysis techniques in a work situation
- The knowledge gained can be shared amongst other departments of the company to improve the financial culture of the entire organisation
Personal Impact
As a delegate, you will:
- Develop an understanding of today’s major issues in international corporate finance and budgeting
- Develop your professional skills, powers of analysis, evaluation and decision-making
- Be able to make more informed and hence better planning, budgeting and forecasting decisions using various models and software
- Make improved finance and capital budgeting decisions, which will increase your importance to your organization
- Be better placed to liaise effectively with other departments on matters of finance and budgeting
- Be able to identify areas in which they may be able to contribute to improvements in the financial performance of your company which will help improve your career development
Daily Agenda
Day One: Corporate Financial Planning
- Strategic Planning
- The Objective of the Firm – Meeting Shareholder & Stakeholder Objectives
- Agency Theory – The Relationship between Shareholders & Management
- Creative Accounting and the Case of Enron
- Financial Management & Financial Planning – The Scope, Role & Responsibilities of Financial Management
- Preparing a Financial Plan – The Master Budget
- Forecasting Future Cash-flows and Financial Modelling
- Time Series Analysis, Correlation & Regression
Day Two: Financing the Plan
- Sources of Finance – Long Term & Short Term
- Evaluation of the Types of Finance - Equity vs. Debt Finance
- Hybrid Finance & Financial Engineering
- The Dividend Decision
- The Cost of Capital and Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)
- Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM)
- Accounting Rate of Return (ARR)
- Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR) Capital Rationing & Payback
Day Three: Preparing & Managing Budgets to Support the Financial Plans
- Definition of Budgets, the Budgetary Process and Budgetary Control
- Types of Budgets-Fixed, Flexible, Incremental and Zero Based
- The Purpose / Benefits & Problems / Limitations of Budgets
- Setting / Implementing Effective Budgets - Eliminating the Problems
- Responsibility Accounting and Absorption Costing
- Activity-Based Budgeting / Costing (ABB, ABC)
- Variance Analysis, Cost Behaviour, Break Even Analysis & Sensitivity / What If Analysis
- What-If Analysis combined with Du-Pont Analysis
Day Four: Managing and Controlling Cash Flow to Support the Financial Plan
- Cash vs. Profit & The Cash Conversion Cycle
- Calculating and Managing the Cash flow Cycle
- Cash Flow Ratios
- Working Capital
- The Cost of Maintaining Working Capital
- Maintaining the Optimum Level of Working Capital
- Working Investment Ratios
- Preparing a Monthly Cash Flow Forecast
Day Five: Managing Financial Risk
- Risk Management & Types of Risk
- Identifying Risk – SWOT Analysis
- The Major Quantitative & Qualitative Risks Facing Companies
- Establishing a Risk Management Strategy
- Financial Risk Management & Hedging Techniques
- Managing Exchange Rate & Interest Rate Risk
- Derivatives-Forwards, Futures, Options & Swaps
- Risk Management Glossary of Terms
Certificate
- On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why PetroKnowledge?
PetroKnowledge is a globally recognized provider of training courses for oil and gas professionals, offering a wide range of specialized training courses designed to enhance knowledge, skills, and expertise in the energy sector. With courses tailored to meet the evolving demands of the oil and gas industry, PetroKnowledge helps professionals stay up-to-date with industry standards, technological advancements, and best practices.
Who are these training courses designed for?
Our courses are specifically developed for professionals in the oil and gas industry, including engineers, technical staff, managers, and other specialists looking to advance their careers. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or new to the sector, our training for oil and gas professionals is suited to individuals at all stages of their professional journey.
Are the courses delivered online or in person?
PetroKnowledge offers flexible learning solutions with both online courses and in-person training options. Online courses for oil and gas professionals provide the flexibility to learn from anywhere, while in-person courses offer a hands-on, interactive learning environment. Each training course page provides detailed information on the delivery format, allowing you to choose the option that best meets your learning style and schedule
Can I get a customized training course for my team?
Yes, PetroKnowledge offers customized in-house training solutions for organizations looking to upskill their teams. We work closely with companies to design bespoke training courses for oil and gas professionals that address specific challenges and objectives. Whether you need on-site training or online solutions, we can tailor the training courses to suit your organization’s needs.
Are there any prerequisites for attending a course?
Certain advanced training courses for oil and gas professionals may require prior experience or technical knowledge. These prerequisites ensure that participants can fully benefit from the course content. We recommend reviewing the course description on the relevant page to determine if any prerequisites apply to your selected course.
How can I enroll in a course?
Enrolling in one of our training courses for oil and gas professionals is simple and convenient. Navigate to the specific course page, click “Enroll Now,” and complete the registration form. You will receive a confirmation email with further details on how to proceed.
You may also get in touch with our Registration Team on
+971 50 981 7386 | +971 2 557 7389 or send an email to [email protected]
When should I expect to receive confirmation of registration?
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.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes, upon successful completion of our courses for professionals in the oil and gas industry, you will receive an industry-recognized certificate from PetroKnowledge. This certification is designed to validate your skills and knowledge and can significantly enhance your professional credentials, boosting your career prospects in the competitive oil and gas sector.
When and how do I arrange payments?
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.
What is the refund or cancellation policy?
Our refund and cancellation policy varies depending on the course and circumstances. Generally, cancellations made at least 21 days before the training are eligible for a refund, less any administrative fees. If you have any specific inquiries about the cancellation or refund, don’t hesitate to contact our support team, who can assist with your booking and cancellation queries.
Is there a discount for more than one registrant/course?
For corporate fees and group registration, please send your query to [email protected].
