An advanced qualification providing an in-depth understanding of the business case development process.
All CIPFA members receive 10% off the price of this course.
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- Book on to the course 28 April 2025 - London
- Book on to the course 4 June 2025 - virtual classroom
- Book on to the course 21 July 2025 - virtual classroom
About the course
Better Business Cases™ is an initiative from HM Treasury and the Welsh government that aims to increase the skills of those involved in preparing or reviewing business cases. The training is made up of two parts, the foundation and practitioner levels. They are examined against HM Treasury's Green Book Guidance on public sector business cases, using the Five Case Model.
You must successfully complete the foundation level before attempting the practitioner level.
Practitioner level
The practitioner level is designed to confirm that you have achieved sufficient understanding of the theory and application of the five case model to allow you to lead the production of a Better Business Case.
You will gain:
- a practical understanding of how to construct a business case using the five case model as a backdrop
- confidence that the approach you use when you return to the workplace is a tried and tested methodology
- the ability to report more effectively to decision-makers to get the best possible value for money
- the industry-leading qualification in business case development
Who is the course aimed at?
- programme and project managers
- finance business partners, procurement business partners, economists and investment specialists
- those leading the scrutiny and review of business cases and investment decisions
Course outline
You can choose to complete the course in-person or online.
Day one
- Overview of the Better Business Cases™ Model
- Identifying appropriate application of Better Business Case model tools and approaches
- Review examples of business cases and drawing out relevant lessons
Day two
- Overview of guidance
- Exam preparation
- Mock exam
- Final exam (if you are completing the course in-person)
Duration
The practitioner level is completed over two days.
Assessment
The practitioner level is assessed via a two and a half hour closed-book multiple choice examination, which is accredited and administered by APMG.
If you are completing the course in-person, you will sit the exam on day two. If you are completing the course online via virtual classroom, you will sit the exam online, at your convenience.
Accreditation
On successful completion of the practitioner examination, you will receive an internationally recognised certificate from the accrediting body, APMG.
In-house delivery
The programme can be delivered in-house. This is especially cost-effective for organisations interested in training a number of individuals or whole teams. It also allows us to tailor the course content to your organisation's unique needs and context.
For more information about running the programme in-house, contact us at: InHouseTraining@cipfa.org
This course carries 14 CPD hours
All CIPFA training counts towards your continuing professional development (CPD). If you are a CIPFA Chartered Member, you are required to undertake a minimum of 20 hours of relevant CPD activity each year as part of maintaining your professional competence and to develop skills and knowledge.
Find out more about CPD requirements
Pricing
Open course: £880 +VAT per delegate. A 10% discount is available to all CIPFA members.
Better Business Cases is a trade mark of Her Majesty's Treasury.
Micro Modules
Our micro modules are free of charge and offer quick introductions to selected topics. Prepared by CIPFA’s subject matter experts, they deliver key information in an easily digestible, online format.
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For the full list of our available micro modules, visit www.cipfa.org/training/micro-modules