Course Outline

Module 1: Fundamentals of Enterprise Resource Planning

• Introduction to ERP concepts and evolution

• Benefits of integrated systems in organizations

• Overview of core ERP modules (Finance, Procurement, HR, Inventory, Projects)

• ERP architecture and deployment models (Cloud vs On-Premise)

• Business process integration and automation

• Risks and common challenges in ERP implementation

Module 2: Business Process Mapping and System Configuration

• Identifying and documenting organizational workflows

• Mapping processes into ERP modules

• User roles and access controls

• Basic system configuration concepts

• Workflow approvals and segregation of duties

• Practical Exercise: Mapping a department workflow into an ERP structure

Module 3: Data Management and Reporting

• Master data management principles

• Data entry controls and validation procedures

• Data migration basics

• Generating financial and operational reports

• Dashboards and performance monitoring

• Practical Exercise: Designing ERP-based management reports

Module 4: Internal Controls, Compliance and Risk Management

• Internal controls within ERP systems

• Audit trails and transaction tracking

• Managing system security and user permissions

• Risk identification and mitigation

• Compliance and reporting requirements

• Case Study: Strengthening internal controls using ERP

Module 5: ERP Optimization and Continuous Improvement

• Monitoring ERP performance indicators

• Troubleshooting common ERP issues

• Integrating ERP with other systems

• Change management and user adoption strategies

• Developing ERP standard operating procedures (SOPs)

• Action Planning: Improving ERP utilization within the organization