CAPITAL BUDGETING & DECISION MAKING
Enhancing Investment Decisions through Advanced Capital Budgeting Techniques
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
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| 09 – 11 Sep 2025 | Doha – Qatar | USD 2495 per delegate |
Course Introduction
This specialized course focuses on equipping participants with the critical tools and frameworks for effective capital budgeting and strategic decision-making. Over three days, attendees will explore methods to evaluate investment opportunities, assess financial risks, and maximize long-term value for their organizations.
Through practical exercises, real-world examples, and interactive discussions, participants will gain the confidence to make informed capital investment decisions aligned with corporate goals.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand the fundamentals and importance of capital budgeting in organizational growth.
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Apply financial techniques such as NPV, IRR, and payback period to assess projects.
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Analyze the risks and uncertainties associated with investment decisions.
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Evaluate competing investment options using quantitative and qualitative factors.
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Make sound, data-driven recommendations for capital projects.
Key Benefits of Attending
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Gain practical knowledge on how to evaluate investment opportunities.
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Learn how to apply capital budgeting tools confidently.
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Understand how to incorporate risk assessments into decision-making.
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Strengthen your ability to contribute to high-stakes financial decisions.
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Access real-world examples and templates for immediate application.
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
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Financial analysts, corporate finance professionals, and investment managers.
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Project managers and business development leaders involved in capital projects.
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Department heads and executives responsible for financial planning.
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Anyone involved in preparing or reviewing capital investment proposals.
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
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Mastery of capital budgeting principles and techniques.
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Enhanced analytical and critical thinking skills.
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Ability to assess financial viability and risks of projects.
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Improved strategic decision-making abilities.
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Confidence in presenting investment recommendations to senior leadership.
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
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More rigorous and structured investment evaluation processes.
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Improved allocation of capital resources to high-value projects.
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Stronger alignment between investment decisions and corporate strategy.
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Reduced risk exposure in capital project selection.
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Enhanced financial performance through better decision-making.
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
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Strategy Briefings – Core principles of capital budgeting and decision-making frameworks.
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Case Studies – Real-world investment scenarios and lessons learned.
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Workshops – Hands-on exercises applying financial models and techniques.
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Peer Exchange – Group discussions to share experiences and insights.
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Tools – Templates for project evaluation, risk analysis, and capital budgeting reports.
Course Outline
Detailed 3-Day Course Outline
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee Breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Introduction to Capital Budgeting
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Module 1: Overview of Capital Budgeting and Strategic Importance
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Module 2: Key Financial Concepts: NPV, IRR, Payback Period, and Profitability Index
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Module 3: Linking Capital Investment Decisions to Business Goals
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Module 4: Workshop – Evaluating a Sample Investment Proposal
Day 2: Advanced Techniques and Risk Analysis
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Module 1: Sensitivity, Scenario, and Break-even Analysis
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Module 2: Incorporating Risk and Uncertainty in Capital Projects
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Module 3: Evaluating Competing Projects and Capital Rationing
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Module 4: Workshop – Building a Risk-Adjusted Financial Model
Day 3: Strategic Decision Making and Implementation
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Module 1: Balancing Quantitative and Qualitative Factors
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Module 2: Communicating Investment Recommendations to Stakeholders
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Module 3: Post-Investment Review and Performance Tracking
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Module 4: Workshop – Presenting a Capital Budgeting Case
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Capital Budgeting & Decision Making, validating their expertise in advanced investment evaluation and strategic financial decision-making.