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Workshop Budget Smarter. Forecast Better.
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Budgeting and Forecasting

Course description

Develop practical budgeting and forecasting skills to transform financial planning into a strategic business tool. Learn to build comprehensive budgets, create reliable forecasts, perform scenario analysis, and support data-driven decision-making using Excel.

Duration3 Sessions / 6 Hours
Price$100
FormatOnline Live
LevelIntermediate
What you will achieve
  • Build complete budgets from planning assumptions.
  • Develop accurate financial forecasts.
  • Analyze performance using scenarios and KPIs.
  • Support strategic business decisions with confidence.
Content covered

The practical learning path.

4 modules

Strategic Budgeting

  • Budget planning
  • Balanced Scorecard
  • Strategic targets

Budget Development

  • Budget models
  • Financial statements
  • Excel templates

Forecasting & Analysis

  • Forecasting methods
  • Scenario analysis
  • Sensitivity analysis

Performance Management

  • KPI dashboards
  • Budget vs. actual
  • Case study
FAQ

Good to know before you apply.

Who is the Budgeting & Forecasting Excellence course for?

This course is ideal for accountants, financial analysts, finance managers, FP&A professionals, business owners, and anyone involved in budgeting, forecasting, or strategic planning.

Do I need previous budgeting experience?

Advanced budgeting experience is not required. However, a basic understanding of accounting, financial statements, and Microsoft Excel is recommended.

What topics are covered in the course?

The course covers strategic budgeting, financial forecasting, operating and cash flow budgets, scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, dashboards, KPIs, and the Balanced Scorecard.

Will I build a complete budget during the course?

Yes. You will learn how to build a complete budget from revenue through taxes and prepare projected financial statements using practical planning assumptions.

Will I learn how to monitor actual performance against the budget?

Yes. You will learn how to create dashboards and KPIs that compare actual, budgeted, and forecast results to support performance evaluation and decision-making.

How is the course delivered, and are sessions recorded?

The course is delivered live online via Zoom, allowing participants to interact directly with the instructor. All sessions are recorded, and participants receive a Certificate of Completion.

Testimonials

Hear it From Our Candidates

I highly recommend Avantis to anyone looking to advance their accounting and finance skills. The courses are professionally delivered, and the material is explained thoroughly with a strong focus on practical application.
Roula Chahine 19 May 2026
Mr. Youssef Iskandarani is a highly knowledgeable and supportive instructor. He explains the material clearly and makes complex topics easy to understand. My experience at Avantis was very positive, and I truly benefited from the course.
Anonymous 11 Feb 2026