Program and Budget Analysis Using Microsoft Excel Training Course
Gain the skills you need to advance your career. This course offers hands-on learning, expert guidance, and real-world applications designed to help you grow.
Course Overview
| Course Title | Program and Budget Analysis Using Microsoft Excel Training Course |
| Organization | Tech For Development (T4D) |
| Venue | Tech For Development (T4D) Training Center along Tala Road, Runda, Nairobi |
| Duration | 5 days |
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| Course Fees (Face-to-Face) | USD 1,100/KES 75,000 (Exclusive of VAT) |
| Course Fees (Virtual) | USD 1,000/KES 70,000 (Exclusive of VAT) |
| Training Modes | Virtual and face-to-face training |
| Payment | Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course |
| Accreditation | Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion |
Course Overview:
This 5-day course, provided by T4D, equips participants with the necessary skills to analyze program budgets using advanced Excel functions and tools. Participants will learn how to create financial models, analyze budget data, and generate insightful reports. The course emphasizes hands-on application of Excel techniques for practical budget analysis and decision-making.
Course Duration:
5 Days
Target Audience:
- Program Managers
- Financial Analysts
- Budget Officers
- Project Managers
- Government and NGO Personnel involved in budgeting and finance
Personal Impact:
- Master advanced Excel tools for budget analysis.
- Learn how to generate accurate financial models and forecasts.
- Enhance your ability to make data-driven budget decisions.
Organizational Impact:
- Improve the accuracy and reliability of budget analyses.
- Increase efficiency in financial reporting and decision-making.
- Equip staff with advanced tools to optimize resource allocation and financial planning.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the fundamentals of program budgeting and financial analysis.
- Utilize Excel functions to analyze, forecast, and visualize budget data.
- Create advanced financial models and reports in Excel.
- Make informed decisions based on data-driven analysis.
- Automate budget analysis tasks using Excel macros and tools.
Course Modules
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Program Budgeting and Analysis
- Key Topics:
- Overview of Program Budgeting and Financial Analysis
- Key Budgeting Concepts and Terminologies
- Basic Excel Functions for Budgeting and Analysis
- Case Study: Budgeting for a Government Program
- Activity: Budget setup using Excel templates
Module 2: Advanced Excel Functions for Budget Analysis
- Key Topics:
- Using PivotTables and PivotCharts for Data Analysis
- Excel Functions: SUMIF, VLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH for Budgeting
- Conditional Formatting for Highlighting Budget Trends
- Case Study: Analyzing Departmental Budgets
- Real-Life Project: Building a dynamic budget report in Excel
Module 3: Financial Modeling and Forecasting in Excel
- Key Topics:
- Introduction to Financial Modeling Techniques
- Scenario Analysis and What-If Models
- Forecasting Revenue and Expenses Using Excel
- Case Study: Forecasting Budget Needs for a Non-Profit Program
- Activity: Creating a budget forecast with multiple scenarios
Module 4: Data Visualization for Budget Reporting
- Key Topics:
- Visualizing Data with Excel Charts and Graphs
- Creating Dashboards for Budget Reports
- Using Sparklines and Data Bars to Track Financial Performance
- Real-Life Project: Designing a budget performance dashboard
- Activity: Creating interactive visual reports for stakeholders
Module 5: Automating Budget Analysis with Excel Macros
- Key Topics:
- Introduction to Macros and VBA for Excel
- Automating Repetitive Budget Analysis Tasks
- Building Custom Financial Functions with VBA
- Case Study: Automating Monthly Budget Reports
- Real-Life Project: Developing an automated financial report generation tool
Course Administration
Methodology
Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation & Airport Transfer
Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].
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Previous Participants
| # | Role | Organization | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Administrator | AMPATH | Kenya |
| 2 | Dev | T4D | Kenya |