Suitable for:

Managers, Superintendents, Supervisors, Financial Analysts, Accountants, Investment and Commercial Bankers, Credit Analysts, Investment Analysts, Marketing Managers, Project Managers and Operations Managers.

Summary:

This programme provides a thorough understanding of the concepts and practical applications of project finance and appraisal. It also examines financial analytical techniques from the conventional wisdom of accounting and finance, as well as those developed by financial economists. The topics covered include:

> Understanding financial information
> Sources of funding
> Analysing, interpreting and evaluating project proposals
> Corporate Appraisal: SWOT analysis, Boston Matrix, Porter's Five Forces
> Capital Expenditure Appraisal
> Project Risk
> Financial Analysis

Objectives:

By the end of the course, delegates will:

1) Have greater understanding of financial information in relation to analysing business performance
2) Be aware of the different types and sources of finance available for projects
3) Have acquired the skills and knowledge required to evaluate project proposals
4)Have a more structured approach to project appraisal, resulting in better managed projects
5) Have greater understanding of project risk and be able to use a range of tools and techniques in the identification and assessment of risk
6) Understand how to reduce risk in projects
7) Be able to construct, analyse and forecast cash flows.

Fees:

£1,650

Excluding accommodation and meals.

Locations & Dates:

Dubai - May 16 – 20, 2010
Doha - July 04 – 08 , 2010
Dubai - November 07 – 11, 2010
Doha - December 19 – 23 , 2010

Course Presenter (s):

MARWAN SHEHADA
MBA (Accounting), BSc. (Accounting)
2004 - Present: Independent Consultant
Professional Certificates

2005- Certified Project Manager (CPM): The International Association of Project & Program Management - USA
2005- Certified Risk Analyst (CRA): American Academy of Financial Management - USA
2003 - Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE): Association of Certified Fraud Examiner - USA
2003 - Certified Risk Professional (CRP): CRP Executive Advisory Board - USA
2002 - Certified Business Manager (CBM): Association of Professional in Business Management - USA
1997- Certified Public Accountant (CPA): State of Illionis, USA


Marwan is experienced banker and financial professional with a strong background in financial control, risk management, strategy management, operations, credit as well as internal auditing.

Marwan provides financial consultancy in fields of financial management, micro financing, internal auditing, strategy managements as well as corporate governance.