Course Description

Capital budgeting is the cornerstone of long-term financial decision-making in business. It involves evaluating, selecting, and managing investment projects that require significant capital outlays. This course provides a practical and analytical framework for assessing the financial viability of capital projects, aligning investment decisions with strategic goals, and optimizing resource allocation. Participants will explore key evaluation techniques such as Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Payback Period, and Profitability Index, while also learning to account for risk, uncertainty, and capital constraints in real-world scenarios.

Course Goal

To equip participants with the technical skills and strategic insight to evaluate and manage capital investments that drive sustainable business value.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and strategic role of capital budgeting.
• Apply core financial evaluation techniques to investment projects.
• Differentiate between independent and mutually exclusive projects.
• Incorporate risk and uncertainty into capital budgeting decisions.
• Evaluate the impact of financing and tax considerations on investment outcomes.
• Analyze post-investment performance and decision outcomes.
• Use capital budgeting tools to support strategic planning and resource allocation.

Who Can Benefit

• Corporate Finance Managers and Investment Analysts
• Budgeting and Planning Professionals
• CFOs, Controllers, and Senior Financial Executives
• Strategic Planners and Business Development Managers
• Accountants, Auditors, and Project Managers involved in capital expenditure
• Private equity and investment professionals