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INTERNATIONAL BETTER BUSINESS CASES
OVERVIEW
The International Better Business Cases™ course is a globally embraced initiative jointly developed by HM Treasury and the Welsh Government with the objective of enhancing the capabilities of individuals involved in the preparation or evaluation of business cases. The framework and tools provided in the course can be adopted and adapted by decision-makers at all levels in the private, public and third sectors, as well as their professional advisors, to enhance the effectiveness and transparency of their decision-making processes.
The Better Business Cases™ training program consists of two components: the "Foundation" and "Practitioner" levels. These levels are assessed based on the UK’s HM Treasury's Green Book Guidance on Public Sector Business Cases Using the Five Case Model. It is mandatory to successfully complete the Foundation level before attempting the Practitioner level.
COURSE BENEFITS
FOR INDIVIDUALS
Benefits include:
- Understand and apply the philosophy of the Five Case Model to business cases and other spending proposals.
- Understand different types of business cases, their purpose, who is responsible for them and when they are required.
- Understand the development lifecycle of a business case and the relationships between the five cases.
- Develop effective business cases and spending proposals that appropriately scope the initiative and secure funding and management support.
FOR ORGANISATIONS
Benefits include:
- Establishing a clear need for intervention – a case for change
- Setting clear objectives – what you want to achieve from the investment.
- Considering a wide range of potential solutions – ensuring an optimal balance of benefits, cost, and risk
- Putting the arrangements in place to successfully deliver the proposal.
FOUNDATION COURSE AND EXAM
- Day 1 ¬ The need for the HM Treasury’s guidance ¬ The Better Business Cases™ Model ¬ Developing iterative business cases ¬ Strategic Outline Business Case ¬ Outline Business Case
- Day 2 Full/Final Business Case Examination Preparation Examination Final plenary
Exam Format:
- The Foundation level is completed over two days. This includes one hour of pre-course, self-directed classroom learning of 12 hours of and examination at the conclusion of the second day.
- The Foundation level is assessed via a 40-minute closed book multiple choice examination, externally examined by APMG.
We offer the following learning alternatives:
- 2-day weekly and weekend classroom courses
- 2-day virtual tutor-led weekly and weekend courses
- 2-day corporate on-site courses
PRACTITIONER COURSE AND EXAM
- Day 1 Overview of the Better Business Cases™ Model Case studies and classroom discussion: – Identifying appropriate application of Better Business Case model tools and approaches – Reviewing examples of business cases and drawing out relevant lessons.
- Day 2 Examination preparation, examination practice and review Overview of Guidance Examination
- Day 3 – Practitioner Examination and Courseand Exam Review
Exam Format:
- The Practitioner level is completed over two days. This includes classroom learning and a sample examination at the conclusion of the second day.
- The knowledge gained at the Practitioner course is assessed through a two-and-a-half-hour closed-book multiple-choice examination, externally marked by APMG.
- On successful completion of the Practitioner examination, you will receive an internationally recognized certificate from the accrediting body, APMG.
We offer the following learning alternatives:
- 3-day tutor-led weekly and weekend classroom courses
- 3-day virtual tutor-led weekly and weekend courses
- 3-day corporate on-site tutor-led courses
COURSE FEE INCLUDES
- Official Course Manual
- Accredited Course Materials
- Accredited trainer with a minimum of ten years industry experience for virtual and classroom courses
- 365 days access to our self-paced e-learning online courses
- 365 days exam vouchers for our self-paced online, virtual and classroom courses
VAT will be added at the standard rate to the course fee.
TRY A SAMPLE EXAM?
Do visit our Exam Centre to try out sample questions
COURSE BLOGS
You should find our course blogs highly informative.
OVERVIEW
The International Better Business Cases™ course is a globally embraced initiative jointly developed by HM Treasury and the Welsh Government with the objective of enhancing the capabilities of individuals involved in the preparation or evaluation of business cases. The framework and tools provided in the course can be adopted and adapted by decision-makers at all levels in the private, public and third sectors, as well as their professional advisors, to enhance the effectiveness and transparency of their decision-making processes.
The Better Business Cases™ training program consists of two components: the "Foundation" and "Practitioner" levels. These levels are assessed based on the UK’s HM Treasury's Green Book Guidance on Public Sector Business Cases Using the Five Case Model. It is mandatory to successfully complete the Foundation level before attempting the Practitioner level.
COURSE BENEFITS
FOR INDIVIDUALS
Benefits include:
- Understand and apply the philosophy of the Five Case Model to business cases and other spending proposals.
- Understand different types of business cases, their purpose, who is responsible for them and when they are required.
- Understand the development lifecycle of a business case and the relationships between the five cases.
- Develop effective business cases and spending proposals that appropriately scope the initiative and secure funding and management support.
FOR ORGANISATIONS
Benefits include:
- Establishing a clear need for intervention – a case for change
- Setting clear objectives – what you want to achieve from the investment.
- Considering a wide range of potential solutions – ensuring an optimal balance of benefits, cost, and risk
- Putting the arrangements in place to successfully deliver the proposal.
FOUNDATION COURSE AND EXAM
- Day 1 ¬ The need for the HM Treasury’s guidance ¬ The Better Business Cases™ Model ¬ Developing iterative business cases ¬ Strategic Outline Business Case ¬ Outline Business Case
- Day 2 Full/Final Business Case Examination Preparation Examination Final plenary
Exam Format:
- The Foundation level is completed over two days. This includes one hour of pre-course, self-directed classroom learning of 12 hours of and examination at the conclusion of the second day.
- The Foundation level is assessed via a 40-minute closed book multiple choice examination, externally examined by APMG.
We offer the following learning alternatives:
- 2-day weekly and weekend classroom courses
- 2-day virtual tutor-led weekly and weekend courses
- 2-day corporate on-site courses
PRACTITIONER COURSE AND EXAM
- Day 1 Overview of the Better Business Cases™ Model Case studies and classroom discussion: – Identifying appropriate application of Better Business Case model tools and approaches – Reviewing examples of business cases and drawing out relevant lessons.
- Day 2 Examination preparation, examination practice and review Overview of Guidance Examination
- Day 3 – Practitioner Examination and Courseand Exam Review
Exam Format:
- The Practitioner level is completed over two days. This includes classroom learning and a sample examination at the conclusion of the second day.
- The knowledge gained at the Practitioner course is assessed through a two-and-a-half-hour closed-book multiple-choice examination, externally marked by APMG.
- On successful completion of the Practitioner examination, you will receive an internationally recognized certificate from the accrediting body, APMG.
We offer the following learning alternatives:
- 3-day tutor-led weekly and weekend classroom courses
- 3-day virtual tutor-led weekly and weekend courses
- 3-day corporate on-site tutor-led courses
COURSE FEE INCLUDES
- Official Course Manual
- Accredited Course Materials
- Accredited trainer with a minimum of ten years industry experience for virtual and classroom courses
- 365 days access to our self-paced e-learning online courses
- 365 days exam vouchers for our self-paced online, virtual and classroom courses
VAT will be added at the standard rate to the course fee.
TRY A SAMPLE EXAM?
Do visit our Exam Centre to try out sample questions
COURSE BLOGS
You should find our course blogs highly informative.
