Better Business Cases™ Practitioner

The Better Business Cases™ Practitioner course equips learners with the skills to develop robust, evidence-based business cases for informed decision-making in organisations.

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Overview

This course is designed to teach learners how to develop comprehensive and evidence-based business cases that drive sound decision-making in organisations. By equipping learners with these critical skills, they can contribute to more effective investment choices and improved project outcomes.

The course is aimed at project managers, business analysts, and decision-makers looking to enhance their ability to create business cases. It provides the tools to structure and present arguments that support strategic initiatives, helping learners advance their careers by demonstrating their capacity to drive successful project investments.

This 2 Day course provided by MPES is part of a suite designed to equip learners with practical skills for real-world challenges. By completing the course, learners will gain a deep understanding of business case development, boosting their ability to influence stakeholders and deliver more effective outcomes for their organisations.

Course Objectives

Understand the principles of business case development
Develop skills to analyse and present business case content
Gain insights into financial analysis for business cases
Learn to engage stakeholders in the business case process
Understand risk management within business cases
Learn how to structure compelling business case arguments
Apply techniques to measure business case success

Upon completion, learners will be able to create robust business cases that drive better decision-making and support successful project investments. They will also gain the confidence to present and defend their business cases to key stakeholders effectively.

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Course Details

Develop your understanding of essential financial, business and management accounting techniques with ACCA Applied Knowledge. You'll learn basic business and management principles and the skills required of an accountant working in business.

Entry Requirements

Educational Background: Learners are required to complete Better Business Cases™ Foundation to register for this Practitioner course
Language Proficiency: Learners should have a good command of English, as all course materials, assessments, and discussions are conducted in English.
Interest in Investment & Business Cases: This course is ideal for individuals with a keen interest in understanding evidenced based business cases informed decisions on investments for projects.

Learning Outcomes

Effective Business Case Development: Learners will gain the skills to create comprehensive business cases that present clear, evidence-based arguments for investment decisions.
Stakeholder Engagement: Learners will develop techniques to engage stakeholders effectively, ensuring their input is integrated into the business case development process.
Financial Analysis for Business Cases: Learners will understand how to perform financial analyses, including cost-benefit assessments, to strengthen the credibility of business cases.
Risk Management in Business Cases: Learners will learn to identify and manage risks within business cases, ensuring realistic and well-balanced proposals for investment.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for professionals who are responsible for creating, presenting, and evaluating business cases to support strategic decisions and investment initiatives.

Project Managers
Business Analysts
Financial Analysts
Senior Managers
Programme Managers
Investment Analysts
Strategy Consultants

Course content

Better Business Cases™ overview
Importance of the business case
Types of Business Cases
The Five Case Model
Business Case Development Process
Setting SMART objectives exercise
Identifying the high level of risks/benefits exercise
Preparing the SOC
Identifying CSFs exercise
PPM, Gateways, and workshops
Mitigating common causes of failure
Preparing the Outline Business Case
Identifying and assigning benefit criteria exercise
Multi-Criteria Analysis exercise
Preparing the Economic Appraisals
Preparing and interpreting the economic appraisal exercise
Identifying and apportioning risks exercise

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Q. What are the key benefits of completing the Better Business Cases™ Practitioner course?

Completing this course enables learners to develop evidence-based business cases that drive informed decision-making. It equips learners with the ability to analyse financial data, engage stakeholders effectively, and manage risks, all of which are critical for securing investment and ensuring project success.

Q. How will this course help advance my career?

This course enhances your ability to create compelling business cases, a skill highly valued by organisations seeking to optimise investment decisions. Mastering business case development will increase your credibility and potential for career progression in strategic project management, analysis, and decision-making roles.

Q. Can this course be applied to any industry?

Yes, the principles and techniques taught in the Better Business Cases™ Practitioner course are versatile and can be applied across various sectors, including finance, healthcare, technology, and construction. The course focuses on universal skills for business case creation, making it suitable for professionals in any industry.

Q. How does the course improve my decision-making skills?

The course enhances your decision-making by teaching you to present well-researched, data-driven business cases. This improves your ability to analyse potential risks, understand financial implications, and make more informed recommendations that align with organisational goals and priorities.

Q. What practical skills will I gain from this course?

Upon completion, learners will gain practical skills in developing structured business cases, conducting financial analyses, managing risks, and presenting findings. These skills are essential for influencing key decision-makers and ensuring that business proposals are well-supported and viable.

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