Better Business Cases Foundation

 

 

Learn via: Virtual classroom
Duration: 2 days
Pre-course reading: Included
Exam: Included
Course code: CO480
Money-back guarantee: Yes

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Overview

Better Business Cases is a systematic and objective approach to all stages of the business case development process, that sits alongside, and compliments, HM Treasury's Green Book guidance. Based on the Better Business Cases International Guide to developing the Project Business Case and Programme Business Case.

The primary purpose of the course is to create the learning outcomes of the delegate related to use of the guidance. It also delivers the knowledge for candidates to attain the Foundation accreditation.

Who should attend this course?

This course is ideal for anyone involved with or who oversees a project, as it helps the learner understand the work that is necessary to prove a case for investment within the public sector. Relevant roles include:

• Senior Responsible Owners (SROs), Programme Directors or other Directors, with responsibility for the successful delivery of programmes and projects. 
• Project Managers, Project Team members and specialist advisers, tasked with delivering a business case for investment. 
• Officers involved in the scrutiny and review of investment proposals.

The principles we will learn: 

During the course, you will learn the philosophy and underlying rationale of the Five Case Model – the UK government’s best practice approach. The different types of the business case, their purpose, who is responsible for them and when they are required in the development of a spending proposal. Plus, gain an understanding of the development of the business case with other recognised and recommended best practice for programme and project management.

Learning outcomes

The purpose of the Better Business Cases Foundation course is for the learner to gain sufficient knowledge and understanding of the guidance, to be able to work effectively with, or as a member of a team, to develop a business case using the Five Case Model.

Prerequisites 

There are no prerequisites for the Better Business Cases Foundation course.

Course Outline

Course modules

Over the course, we will learn:

• 
  Introduction to Business Cases
  
• Making the case for change 
• Exploring the preferred way forward 
• Determining potential value for money 
• Preparing for the potential deal 
• Ascertaining affordability and funding requirement 
• Planning for successful delivery 
• Procuring the value for money solution 
• Contracting for the deal 
• Ensuring successful delivery 
• Review the Business Case development process 

Foundation Exam 

• 50 multiple-choice questions 
• 25 marks or more required to pass (50% correct) 
• 40-minutes duration 
• Closed book

What's Included?

The Better Business Cases Foundation course includes the following:

Classroom sessions
Whether you choose online virtual learning, on-site or our city-centre training centre for your learning, our trainers make classroom sessions as interactive as possible by using a range of innovative technologies. We incorporate breakout sessions and encourage learners to share ideas and feedback. 

Pre-course reading video
Unlike other training providers, our pre-course reading comes in an interactive and easy-to-follow video format which you can watch in your own time or listen to via audio. As a result of our pre-course preparation videos, you can say goodbye to bulky print outs and save yourself valuable time. 

Community of learners
At Cert Unlimited, we create a community of learners which presents a platform to discuss new and old ideas in a safe environment. You’ll have the opportunity to develop theory into ideas, vision and strategy and take this learning into the workplace to experiment with your unique context, culture and teams. 

Recognised accreditation
The APMG Better Business Cases Foundation exam is included in the course, on passing the exam, you will receive your certification. You will also receive a Cert Unlimited training certificate which is indicative of a commitment to professional development.

FAQs

• Do I need to purchase or read any additional course materials? No
• Is there work will be completed outside of the course? With this course, there is no homework to be completed outside of the classroom. Tasks will be completed in class with guidance from your trainer. 
• What course should I study next? The Better Business Case Practitioner course is the perfect follow-on course.