Controlling for Decision Makers
Live Online | Three Half-day Workshop | Practical, Intensive and Interactive
This advanced module is designed for working professionals who already understand the fundamentals of budgeting, costing, and performance analysis. It focuses on how financial insights can be used to drive strategic decisions, improve organizational agility, and align financial planning with business goals.
Participants will explore advanced controlling techniques, strategic models, and performance management frameworks through real-life case studies and interactive discussions.
This workshop is ideal for:
- Senior managers and department heads involved in planning and performance
- Controllers and financial analysts
- Strategy and transformation leads
- Professionals preparing for CFO or executive leadership roles
- Internal auditors and consultants seeking to expand their strategic finance toolkit
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Apply strategic controlling frameworks to support business decision-making
- Use scenario planning to manage uncertainty
- Link financial KPIs to operational performance and strategic goals
- Evaluate business performance using value drivers and benchmarking
- Communicate financial insights effectively across departments
Strategic Controlling Insights
- Role of controlling in strategic execution
- Balanced Scorecard Model
- The building block Framework
- Linking financial KPIs to business objectives
Advanced Forecasting and Planning
- Rolling forecasts vs. static budgets
- Scenario planning and sensitivity analysis
Integrated Performance Management
- Value drivers and performance dashboards
- Value Based Management
- Benchmarking and competitive analysis
- Business Process Re-engineering
- Behavioral aspects of controlling and stakeholder communication
Tools and Automation
- Automation in reporting and variance analysis
- Real-time dashboards and alerts
Case Studies and Simulations
- Strategic turnaround using controlling insights
- Cross-functional decision-making
- Final group presentations and feedback
Martinos Martoudes - Martinos provides training courses in the basics of financial (IFRS) and managerial accounting, subjects related to strategic management, as well as selected topics of the ACCA Qualification programme.
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