An intensive professional development training course on
Financial Modelling for Planning and Forecasting
Building Accurate, Data-Driven Models to Support Strategic Financial Decisions
Why Choose Financial Modelling for Planning and Forecasting Training Course?
This Financial Modelling for Planning and Forecasting training course offers a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience designed to enhance your ability to develop reliable, insightful financial models. As businesses face increasing uncertainty and complexity, accurate forecasting and strategic planning have become essential. This course provides the tools and techniques needed to build flexible, Excel-based models that support sound financial analysis, risk assessment, and scenario planning. With a focus on real-world application, participants will gain practical skills they can immediately use to drive better financial decision-making.
In an era where timely, data-driven insights are critical, mastering financial modelling is a vital strategic skill. Delivered by AZTech, this course empowers professionals to create models that not only reflect financial realities but also support agile and informed business strategies. Participants will leave with a stronger grasp of forecasting, performance evaluation, and strategic financial thinking—equipping them to make a meaningful impact in today’s dynamic business environment.
This training course will feature:
- Practical Excel-based financial modelling techniques
- Forecasting methods for revenues and costs
- Scenario and sensitivity analysis
- Strategic financial planning tools
- Building dynamic and flexible models
What are the Goals?
By the end of this training course, delegates will be able to:
- Design dynamic financial models
- Apply forecasting and planning techniques
- Analyse scenarios and sensitivities
- Evaluate investment and risk impact
- Interpret results for better decisions
The Course Content
- Role of models in decision-making
- Structuring financial models in Excel
- Key functions and best practices
- Building assumptions and drivers
- Financial statement structure overview
- Linking income, balance, cash flow
- Revenue and cost forecasting methods
- Forecasting assumptions and scenarios
- Time series and regression models
- Drivers of working capital changes
- Forecasting capital expenditures
- Forecasting funding and financing needs
- Creating dynamic integrated models
- Modelling using historical data
- Excel tools for dynamic modelling
- Building cash flow forecasting models
- Debt and interest modelling basics
- Finalising the model for analysis
- Introduction to scenario analysis
- Sensitivity and what-if analysis
- Monte Carlo simulation overview
- Building flexibility into models
- Stress testing assumptions
- Presenting risk-adjusted projections
- Using models for strategic planning
- Long-term financial forecasting models
- Investment appraisal and valuation
- KPI tracking and dashboard creation
- Case study: end-to-end model build
- Course wrap-up and best practices
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the training course
How Aztech Saudi Can Enhance Your Professional Career
At Aztech Saudi, we believe that professional development is the foundation of long-term career success. This training course is expertly designed to equip individuals with practical skills, forward-thinking strategies, and the confidence to navigate today’s dynamic work environments. Each course is delivered by subject matter specialists with extensive industry experience, ensuring that every learning experience is relevant, impactful, and aligned with real-world challenges. Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical expertise, enhance leadership abilities, or stay ahead of industry trends, Aztech Saudi provides the tools you need to elevate your performance and deliver measurable value to your organization.
Our training is more than just knowledge transfer—it’s a catalyst for career transformation. By participating in our courses, professionals gain a competitive advantage in their fields, improve their decision-making capabilities, and position themselves for new opportunities and leadership roles. We take pride in supporting individuals across various sectors and career stages, helping them unlock their full potential through high-quality, globally benchmarked learning experiences. With Aztech Saudi as your development partner, you’re not only investing in education—you're investing in a stronger, more successful future.
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