Business Intelligence & Analytics for Finance Professionals

Course Info

Length: 1 Week

City: London

Type: In Classroom

Available Dates

  • Apr-15-2024

    London

  • May-20-2024

    London

  • June-17-2024

    London

  • July-15-2024

    London

  • Aug-19-2024

    London

  • Sep-16-2024

    London

  • Oct-21-2024

    London

  • Nov-18-2024

    London

  • Dec-16-2024

    London

Dates in Other Venues

  • Apr-01-2024

    Singapore

  • Apr-01-2024

    Paris

  • Apr-08-2024

    Dubai

  • Apr-08-2024

    Barcelona

  • Apr-15-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Apr-22-2024

    Istanbul

  • Apr-22-2024

    Singapore

  • Apr-29-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Apr-29-2024

    Paris

  • May-06-2024

    Singapore

  • May-06-2024

    Paris

  • May-13-2024

    Dubai

  • May-13-2024

    Barcelona

  • May-20-2024

    Amsterdam

  • May-27-2024

    Istanbul

  • May-27-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • June-03-2024

    Singapore

  • June-03-2024

    Paris

  • June-10-2024

    Barcelona

  • June-10-2024

    Dubai

  • June-17-2024

    Amsterdam

  • June-24-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • June-24-2024

    Istanbul

  • July-01-2024

    Paris

  • July-01-2024

    Singapore

  • July-08-2024

    Barcelona

  • July-08-2024

    Dubai

  • July-15-2024

    Amsterdam

  • July-22-2024

    Singapore

  • July-22-2024

    Istanbul

  • July-29-2024

    Paris

  • July-29-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Aug-05-2024

    Paris

  • Aug-05-2024

    Singapore

  • Aug-12-2024

    Barcelona

  • Aug-12-2024

    Dubai

  • Aug-19-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Aug-26-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Aug-26-2024

    Istanbul

  • Sep-02-2024

    Singapore

  • Sep-02-2024

    Paris

  • Sep-09-2024

    Barcelona

  • Sep-09-2024

    Dubai

  • Sep-16-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Sep-23-2024

    Istanbul

  • Sep-23-2024

    Singapore

  • Sep-30-2024

    Paris

  • Sep-30-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Oct-07-2024

    Paris

  • Oct-07-2024

    Singapore

  • Oct-14-2024

    Dubai

  • Oct-14-2024

    Barcelona

  • Oct-21-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Oct-28-2024

    Istanbul

  • Oct-28-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Nov-04-2024

    Singapore

  • Nov-04-2024

    Paris

  • Nov-11-2024

    Dubai

  • Nov-11-2024

    Barcelona

  • Nov-18-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Nov-25-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Nov-25-2024

    Istanbul

  • Dec-02-2024

    Singapore

  • Dec-02-2024

    Paris

  • Dec-09-2024

    Dubai

  • Dec-09-2024

    Barcelona

  • Dec-16-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Dec-23-2024

    Singapore

  • Dec-23-2024

    Istanbul

  • Dec-30-2024

    Paris

  • Dec-30-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Jan-06-2025

    Paris

  • Jan-06-2025

    Singapore

Course Details

Course Outline

5 days course

Understanding Business Models and Business Processes

 

• Creating Value for Key Organisational Stakeholders

• The Role of the 21st Century Finance Professional

• Business Models and Business Processes

• Business Process Improvement and Re-engineering

• Introduction to Business Intelligence and Business Analytics

• Introduction to Data Driven Decision Management (DDDM)

• Key Financial Measures and Shareholder Value Drivers

• Key Success Factors and Key Performance Measures

Purpose and Principles of Business Intelligence and Business Analytics

 

• Implementing a Business Performance Management Framework

• The Definition and Purpose of Business Intelligence (BI)

• History and Development

• Features Tools and Terminology of BI Systems

• The Definition and Aims of Business Analytics (BA)

• Understanding Descriptive and Predictive Analytics

• Sources and Types of BI and BA Tools

Principles of Statistical and Predictive Analytics

 

Defining Statistical, Descriptive and Predictive Analytics

Business Database Features and Design

Principles of Distribution and Probability Theory

Time Series Data Analysis

Trend Analysis and Forecasting using Moving Averages

Trend Analysis and Forecasting using Linear Regression

Analysis and Forecasting with Monte Carlo Simulation in Excel

Predictive Analytics using ‘what-if’ Forecasts

Data Visualisation and Infographics for Finance Professionals

 

• Defining Data, Information and Insight

• Comparing Data Visualisation and Infographics

• Using Charts and Graphics for Data Visualisation

• Designing Visuals and Infographics for Non-financial Users

• Using Excel and Powerpoint for Data Visualisation

• Designing and Using Scorecards and Dashboards

• Practical Tips for Building Dashboards and Mashboards in Excel

BI / BA – Implementing Systems and Managing Change

 

• An Agile Approach to Systems Development

• Practical Steps in Agile BI / BA Systems Design and Implementation

• The Importance of Urgency

• Effective Steps to Achieving Change

• Overcoming Resistance to Change

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