Dotrid International Training Institute

Budgeting and Financial Management Course

15 26 April, 2013, Cape Town, SA 13 24 May, 2013, Cape Town, SA 10 21 June, 2013, Cape Town, South Africa 22 July 2 Aug, 2013, Cape Town, SA 9 - 20 Sep, 2013, Cape Town, SA 11 22 Nov, 2013, Cape Town, South Africa

INTRODUCTION
Budgeting touches every aspect of the public sector, demanding that anyone concerned with policymaking or implementation understand how the process works. Budgeting shapes the macro economy; it reflects the political power of a variety of actors who engage in different strategies; it determines what programs get funded and at what levels. This course will expose participants to practical knowledge about how the budget process works, and covers both the technical aspects of budgeting and more general concepts. In this programme, participants will gain general understanding of budget preparation, adoption and execution; proposed reforms of the budget process; and competing theories of the politics of budgeting.

The Financial Management aspect of this course focuses on the tools and understanding that public managers in all parts of the public sector require, in order to ensure the successful use of financial resources to carry out good public policy. It also emphasizes that public sector financial management is itself subject to policy considerations and constraints such as accountability, due diligence in the management of public funds and linking the use of public funds to their legislated purposes. A core component of the course is to deliver practical awareness and understanding of the recent initiatives for developing an effective Financial Management System for very challenging environments.

The Financial Management aspect of this course focuses on the tools and understanding that public managers in all parts of the public sector require, in order to ensure the successful use of financial resources to carry out good public policy.

Course Outline
General Management Functions Public Expenditure and Budget Management Benchmarking for Effective Service Delivery Developing Effective Leadership Skills Effective Communication and Presentation Skills Budgets and Budgeting Processes Capital Planning and Budgeting Financial Management in the Public Sector Context The role of financial information The users of financial information and reports Financial accounting and management accounting Financial reporting: public and private sector Understanding Financial Statements Managing the Finances of a Complex Government in Complex Times Management Control: A Risk Based Approach Real Time Control: In-Year Budget Management and Monitoring External Reporting and Accountability Risk, Audit and Oversight in Managing Money Budgeting for Government New Strategies and Changing Practice. Managing Time Resource

Our training courses are designed to: bring about major improvements in organizational performance boost productivity build confidence impact specific skills enhance staff professionalism speed up the rate of change and adaptation to dynamic business world reinforce application of new knowledge equip staff members to deal with new challenges and ensure your organization acquires the tools it needs to excel in a rapidly changing environment

At the end of the course, participants will be proficient in concepts, tools and methods for effective running of public financial management and Budgeting

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? This course will be of immense benefits to: Financial Managers Budget Managers /Directors Asset Managers/Officers, Accountants/ Chief Financial Officers Executive Officers, Managing Directors, Risk managers, Logistic managers, Supply chain Procurement officers, anyone with a quest for knowledge on the subject those who wish to acquire requisite skills for future roles in Budgeting and Financial Management.

Method of Training
The method of training for each module is highly participatory. And training sessions will include: Exciting practical group exercises, Role-plays Case studies Live instructions Video presentations Explicit practical examples Course PowerPoint presentations Fees Course fee is $1000 per delegate and covers tuition and course materials.

Course Duration : 4 days

CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION All participants shall receive certificate at the end of the programme.

Course Fees
Course fee is $3700 per delegate and covers tuition and course materials.

Duration: Two Weeks

South Africa Office: Ground Floor, Milnerton Building, Ixia Street, Opposite Point Business Park, Milnerton, Cape Town 7441, South Africa. Tel: +27832412212, +26876515877, +27735892401 Tel/Fax: +27215520431 Swaziland Office: Embassy House, Allister Miller Street, P O Box 4755, M b a b a n e , Kingdom of Swaziland. Email: programmes@dotrid.org dotridtraining@gmail.com UK Office: 4 Dalespark Drive, Swinton, Manchester, M27 0FP, UK Web: www.dotrid.org uktraining@dotrid.org To apply online go to: www.dotrid.org/apply.html