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Project Finance Mastery: Budget, Track, Deliver

Master project finance for budgeting, cost control, and investments.
Learn cost estimation, budgeting, and investment appraisal.
Develop skills in financial risk management to ensure project stability.
Gain real-world insights to make data-driven financial decisions.
Maximise project efficiency while learning at your own pace.

Certificate of Completion, 5 PDUs

5 hours

$ 310

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Google Reviews (100+)

Alessandra Heggenstaller

Research Project Manager at South East Technological University

August 15th

I could complete the course at my pace. The learning experience was valuable and influenced how I approach the project tasks and team dynamic.

George C.

Project Manager at H&MV Engineering Limited

May 5th

The course is a must, it gives valued insight to the PM industry , that can be used on a practical and very high technical basis, as well allows an experienced PM to take away new foresight with His/Her career and give valued tools to handle the new and ever evolving Project environment.

Brian Edward O'Connell

Senior Consultant at KPC International Limited

September 28th

The Institute of Project Management has given me two fantastic courses in Project Management. I highly recommend them for any further education in Project Management.

Sean Halligan

Contractor Deployment Manager at Esb Network

June 9th

Having the option to view recorded lectures really helped me. This course has already proven itself useful in my current role and will be invaluable in my project management career going forward.

Ronan Conneely

Partner Operations Associate at Wayfair

January 1st

Really enjoyed the course I took part in with the Institute of Project Management . Lecturers were fantastic and the content covered was very diverse. Would recommend!

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Enhance Your Ability to Manage Project Finances with Confidence

Effective financial management is critical to the success of any project. From cost estimation to budget control, a strong financial strategy ensures that projects are completed within scope, on time, and without exceeding allocated resources. Poor financial planning can lead to cost overruns, funding shortfalls, and project failure.

This course equips professionals with practical tools to manage project costs, assess financial risks, and optimise budget allocation. By combining theoretical insights with real-world case studies, this course empowers learners to make informed financial decisions that enhance project sustainability and profitability.

Certifications that Really Count

Professional Development Units

In a business world of constant change and disruption, maintaining your relevancy is a must. This course contributes 5.0 PDUs to the record of your Continuous Professional Development. PDUs are required to maintain PMI certification status.

IPM Certificate of Completion

Earn an IPM Certificate of Completion and showcase it on LinkedIn to boost your professional profile. This certification validates your project management skills, enhances your credibility, and helps you stand out to employers and industry professionals. Strengthen your resume and advance your career with recognised expertise.

Real Industry Expertise

IPM works with the best talent worldwide, so you can acquire the skills that hiring managers are looking for. Your instructor is a certified project management practitioner with years of real-industry experience who will help you elevate your professional skills.

Learning Outcomes and Content

Completing this course will enhance your ability to manage project finances with confidence. You’ll develop key financial skills such as cost forecasting, budget planning, and financial risk assessment—critical competencies for project managers, team leads, and decision-makers. By mastering financial principles, you’ll be better equipped to justify project investments, minimise financial risks, and ensure efficient resource allocation, ultimately driving project success.

Module 1: Introduction to Financial Management in Projects

Importance of finance in project management

Key financial concepts and principles

Case study: Financial lessons from real-world projects

Module 2: Cost Estimation Techniques

Methods of cost estimation (analogous, parametric, bottom-up, three-point)

Resource allocation and cost planning

Case study: Cost estimation in large-scale projects

Module 3: Budgeting and Cost Control

Developing and managing project budgets

Tracking costs and financial performance

Contingency planning and risk mitigation strategies

Module 4: Investment Appraisal and Decision-Making

Understanding financial metrics (NPV, IRR, payback period)

Evaluating project investments and returns

Case study: Investment appraisal in capital projects

Module 5: Financial Risk Management in Projects

Identifying and mitigating financial risks

Managing cash flow and funding challenges

Scenario analysis and decision-making tools

Module 6: Financial Reporting and Performance Evaluation

Financial reporting and cost variance analysis

Using Earned Value Management (EVM)

Best practices for financial transparency in projects

Tailored Financial Management Training for Your Organisation

Get customised financial management training, available via private online sessions or onsite at your organisation.

Choose from flexible delivery options designed to meet your team’s financial management requirements.

Access expert facilitation to tackle your organisation’s unique financial challenges.

Empower your team with the skills to handle project finances, minimise financial risks, and drive project success.

Schedule a consultation with our Corporate Training Manager to discuss your organisation’s financial management needs.

Why IPM?

Reputation & History

Project Management Expertise

Why Choose This Course?

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Reputation & History

Established in 1989 as a preeminent professional organisation dedicated to the project management discipline.
Trained over 40,000 Professionals and Certified over 6,000 Project Managers.
Partnering with IPMA®, PMI®, and Prince2®.
Worked with over 500 different corporations.
Globally recognised IPM certification body.

Project Management Expertise

Unlike other organisations, which offer different training programs across many functional areas, the Institute is a specialist organisation dealing solely with the disciplines of project, program, and portfolio management.

Our graduates are instructed by a world-class faculty of international subject-matter experts ranging from Project Directors to former Heads of PM Certification Authorities. Focusing solely on project management guarantees exceptional instruction and learning opportunities.

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Why Choose This Course?

This course will teach you how to manage project finances, including budgeting and cost control, ensuring projects stay on track financially and within scope.
Our faculty of handpicked international experts will provide you with a variety of perspectives.
You will join a large and growing cohort of IPM Alumni.
The programme is practical and pulls from internationally respected methodologies.

Globally Positioned

IPM is uniquely partnered with the world’s leading project management certification bodies: IPMA (Member Association & Certification Body), PMI (Authorised Training Partner), and PRINCE2® (Accredited Training Organisation). We are the national body for IPMA in Ireland.

We have also partnered with Ireland’s second largest University, Technological University (TU) Dublin, meaning we can offer Bachelor & Master’s levels programmes. This affiliation links us to the European University of Technology (EUt+).

360° Learning Partner

Join our rapidly growing project management community of 25,000+ followers on LinkedIn.
Membership, Mentoring and Events – to network and advance your career.
Volunteering – Gain new project experience for your CV while helping the project management community.
Platform for your voice – Submit an article to our blog and showcase your writing.
Industry updates – Get the latest PM news and insights from global experts.

Self-Paced Learning

Choose type of courses :

On Demand

Live Online

Campus

Corporate Training

On Demand Format: 100% Self-Paced

Project Finance Mastery: Budget, Track, Deliver on demand provides you with greater flexibility and control over your schedules.

5 Hours of Learning
12 Weeks of Full Access
6 Modules, 18+ Topics
Certificate of Completion
24/7 Instant Access
Expert-led Video Lessons
Online Quizzes & Exercises
$ 310

Alessandra Heggenstaller

Research Project Manager at South East Technological University

August 15th

I could complete the course at my pace. The learning experience was valuable and influenced how I approach the project tasks and team dynamic.

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This course is available for organisations looking to meet specific business needs, equipping your team with the skills to drive success.

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Alumni Reviews

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Institute of Project Management Google (100+ reviews)

Alessandra Heggenstaller

Research Project Manager at South East Technological University

August 15th rev_glob_img

I could complete the course at my pace. The learning experience was valuable and influenced how I approach the project tasks and team dynamic.

George C.

Project Manager at H&MV Engineering Limited

May 5th

Brian Edward O'Connell

Senior Consultant at KPC International Limited

September 28th rev_glob_img

The Institute of Project Management has given me two fantastic courses in Project Management. I highly recommend them for any further education in Project Management.

Sean Halligan

Contractor Deployment Manager at Esb Network

June 9th

Having the option to view recorded lectures really helped me. This course has already proven itself useful in my current role and will be invaluable in my project management career going forward.

Ronan Conneely

Partner Operations Associate at Wayfair

January 1st rev_glob_img

Really enjoyed the course I took part in with the Institute of Project Management . Lecturers were fantastic and the content covered was very diverse. Would recommend!