14 Topics
5 Days
69 Sessions
Programme Overview
Training Description
Session Objectives
- Understand the core principles of capital project budgeting and finance. Master techniques for conducting comprehensive project feasibility studies. Develop accurate cost estimates and financial models for complex projects. Identify and evaluate various public and private funding mechanisms. Implement robust risk management and mitigation strategies.
About the Course
Capital Project Budgeting & Strategic Infrastructure Planning is a practical advanced training course designed to equip finance, project management, engineering, procurement, infrastructure, and senior management professionals with the skills required to plan, budget, finance, monitor, and control large-scale capital and infrastructure projects.The course focuses on translating strategic infrastructure priorities into financially sustainable capital programmes. Participants will explore capital expenditure planning, project cost estimation, feasibility analysis, funding strategies, cash-flow planning, lifecycle
Curriculum & Topics
14 Topics | 69 Sessions
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Workshop 1.1:
Definition and scope of capital projects.
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Workshop 1.2:
The difference between operational and capital expenditures.
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Workshop 1.3:
Time value of money and its application to projects.
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Workshop 1.4:
Capital budgeting techniques: NPV, IRR, and Payback Period.
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Workshop 1.5:
The role of the financial manager in capital planning.
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Workshop 2.1:
Conducting market research and demand analysis.
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Workshop 2.2:
Technical and operational feasibility assessment.
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Workshop 2.3:
Building a comprehensive financial model for a project.
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Workshop 2.4:
Scenario analysis and sensitivity testing.
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Workshop 2.5:
Using financial data to support investment decisions.
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Workshop 3.1:
Top-down vs. bottom-up cost estimation methods.
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Workshop 3.2:
Developing a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for costing.
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Workshop 3.3:
Including direct, indirect, and contingency costs.
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Workshop 3.4:
The budget approval process and stakeholder engagement.
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Workshop 3.5:
Preparing a clear and justifiable project budget.
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Workshop 4.1:
Sources of public funding: grants, bonds, and tax revenues.
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Workshop 4.2:
Private financing options: equity, debt, and venture capital.
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Workshop 4.3:
Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and their financial structures.
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Workshop 4.4:
The role of international financial institutions.
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Workshop 4.5:
Securing financing and negotiating terms.
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Workshop 5.1:
Identifying and categorizing financial risks.
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Workshop 5.2:
Quantitative and qualitative risk analysis.
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Workshop 5.3:
Developing a risk response plan.
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Workshop 5.4:
Cost escalation and inflation management.
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Workshop 5.5:
Insurance and other risk mitigation tools.
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Workshop 6.1:
Establishing a project financial management system.
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Workshop 6.2:
Budget tracking and variance reporting.
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Workshop 6.3:
Earned Value Management (EVM) for project performance.
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Workshop 6.4:
Managing change orders and scope creep.
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Workshop 6.5:
Implementing robust internal financial controls.
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Workshop 7.1:
The financial aspects of procurement planning.
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Workshop 7.2:
Types of contracts: fixed-price, cost-plus, and time-and-materials.
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Workshop 7.3:
Evaluating bids and selecting vendors.
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Workshop 7.4:
Contract administration and payment schedules.
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Workshop 7.5:
Managing claims and disputes.
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Workshop 8.1:
Quantifying the economic benefits of infrastructure.
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Workshop 8.2:
Social and environmental impact assessment.
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Workshop 8.3:
Calculating the Social Return on Investment (SROI).
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Workshop 8.4:
Stakeholder analysis and community engagement.
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Workshop 8.5:
Communicating project value to the public.
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Workshop 9.1:
Navigating local, national, and international regulations.
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Workshop 9.2:
Environmental permitting and financial implications.
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Workshop 9.3:
Labor laws and safety regulations.
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Workshop 9.4:
Ensuring compliance in procurement and contracting.
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Workshop 9.5:
Reporting requirements for public and private funders.
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Workshop 10.1:
Discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis.
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Workshop 10.2:
Financial statement analysis for project sponsors.
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Workshop 10.3:
Understanding capital structure and leverage.
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Workshop 10.4:
Tax implications of different financing methods.
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Workshop 10.5:
Advanced Excel modeling techniques for projects.
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Workshop 11.1:
Analysis of successful infrastructure projects.
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Workshop 11.2:
Examination of projects that faced significant budget challenges.
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Workshop 11.3:
Lessons learned from global capital projects.
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Workshop 11.4:
Group discussions and problem-solving exercises.
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Workshop 11.5:
Practical application of course concepts.
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Workshop 12.1:
Financial reconciliation at project completion.
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Workshop 12.2:
Performance review and final reporting.
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Workshop 12.3:
Post-project financial audit process.
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Workshop 12.4:
Lessons learned for future projects.
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Workshop 12.5:
Asset management and maintenance budgeting.
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Workshop 13.1:
Integrating sustainability goals into project budgets.
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Workshop 13.2:
Financing green and climate-resilient infrastructure.
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Workshop 13.3:
The circular economy and its financial implications.
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Workshop 13.4:
Life-cycle cost analysis for long-term value.
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Workshop 13.5:
Innovative financing for renewable energy projects.
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Workshop 14.1:
The impact of digital currencies and blockchain.
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Workshop 14.2:
Crowdfunding for small-scale infrastructure.
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Workshop 14.3:
The role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in forecasting.
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Workshop 14.4:
Adapting to global economic shifts and inflation.
