BCS Professional Certificate in Business Finance Training Course
Length
3 days
Price
$2299
Cities
Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Perth
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Why Choose This Course
The BCS Professional Certificate in Business Finance trains professionals to develop a practical understanding of financial management techniques and reporting within business change and analysis contexts. Designed for non-finance specialists, the course delivers exam‑aligned content based on the current BCS syllabus. It helps participants to prepare for certification while gaining the skills needed to support business cases, budgeting, investment appraisal, cost analysis, supplier evaluations and service financing—critical capabilities for business analysts, project managers and change practitioners across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra and Perth.
Through real‑world scenarios, participants learn to integrate finance concepts into business change initiatives. The course emphasises hands‑on finance modelling, cost–benefit evaluation and demonstration of supplier financial stability. Embedded case studies show how financial frameworks inform strategic decisions, helping professionals contribute insights that drive organisational performance. Participants will also learn ethical, compliance and governance considerations in financial reporting, preparing them to engage with finance stakeholders and influence decision-making. A certificate of course attendance is included.
Prerequisites
There are no formal prerequisites for this course.
Exam
Candidates can achieve this certification by passing the following exam(s).
- BCS Professional Certificate in Business Finance
Books
BCS Professional Certificate in Business Finance course material included.
Delivery
- Instructor-led Classroom Training at our premises
- Live Virtual Online Training attend in real-time from anywhere
- In-House Training at your premises (4+ participants)
Skills Gained
Explain finance concepts across the project lifecycle
Build and assess business and financial cases
Apply budgeting and cost behaviour models
Conduct cost–benefit and investment appraisals
Analyse supplier financial stability using ratio methods
Model financing of service delivery
Interpret financial statements and reporting metrics
Use financial techniques to support business change initiatives
Communicate financial insights to stakeholders
Understand ethical aspects and governance in financial management
Audience
Business analysts and business architects
Project managers and change practitioners
Finance-aware managers and business professionals
Analysts involved in financial case development and investment appraisal
Objectives
- Understand the role of finance in business analysis and change initiatives.
- Learn to interpret financial statements and key performance indicators.
- Apply budgeting techniques and analyse cost behaviour for projects.
- Conduct investment appraisals and cost–benefit evaluations.
- Assess supplier financial stability using ratio analysis methods.
- Develop and present robust financial cases to support organisational decisions.
Outline
Introduction to finance in business change contexts
Finance in the project lifecycle
Purpose of business: legal structures and finance sources
Developing a business case template
Building the financial case
Budgeting methods and cost structure analysis
Understanding costs and cost behaviour
Investment appraisal techniques
Supplier financial analysis and ratio techniques
Financing service delivery models
Interpreting financial statements and reports
Feasibility assessment using financial metrics
Financial risk and sensitivity analysis
Ethical, governance and compliance considerations
Practical case studies and financial modelling workshops
Exam preparation and sample questions
Price
| Category | Full-Time (Weekdays) | Part-Time (Weeknights) | Part-Time (Weekends) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days | Monday to Wednesday | Mondays and Tuesdays | Saturdays only |
| Time | 9:30 am to 5:00 pm | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Duration | 3 days | 2 weeks | 2 weeks |
| Price | $2299 | $1999 | $1999 |
Terms & Conditions
The supply of this course is governed by our terms and conditions. Please read them carefully before enrolling, as enrolment is conditional on acceptance of these terms and conditions. Proposed course dates are given, course runs subject to availability and minimum registrations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Who should enrol in this Business Finance course?
It suits business analysts, project and change practitioners, finance-aware managers and analysts requiring financial knowledge to support business change.
Does it help with budgeting and cost analysis at work?
Yes; you learn budgeting techniques, cost behaviour, investment appraisal and supplier ratio analysis for practical application.
Are there any prerequisites?
There are no formal prerequisites; the course is designed for professionals without finance backgrounds.
Is this suitable for non-finance professionals?
Absolutely. It is designed for individuals without finance specialisation who need to interpret financial information and support business decisions.
Our Partnership
We are proud to partner with a Pearson Authorised Training Centre to deliver the BCS Professional Certificate in Business Finance course. This collaboration ensures participants gain practical knowledge of financial principles, budgeting, and investment appraisal within business change and analysis contexts. Through expert-led sessions and exam-aligned content, learners develop the skills to interpret financial statements, build and assess business cases, analyse supplier stability, and apply financial techniques that support successful organisational decision-making in today’s competitive environment.
$108,500
Average annual salary for professionals with business finance and analysis expertise in Australia (significantly above the national average for business roles).
72%
Employers report that financial knowledge and certifications are preferred or required for roles in business analysis and change management.
9.3%
Year-on-year growth in job opportunities for professionals with business finance and organisational change skills.
120,000+
Active professionals worldwide holding business analysis and finance-related certifications.
4,800+
Australian organisations recognise or employ staff with business finance qualifications.
98%
Student satisfaction rate from our business finance and analysis training programs.
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