Classroom
15 sessionsOnline / Live
15 sessionsIntroduction
Course overview
The latest tools and techniques to evaluate financial viability
Real world case studies from the world of Construction Finance
Detailed analysis of the major risks
Course content
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
Construction Projects & Construction Finance
- The Stages of Construction Projects & Finance – from Initiation to Development & Completion
- Establishing Resource requirements
- Cost Estimation - Direct & Indirect Project Costs
- Coffee break
- Cost Estimation - Direct & Indirect Project Costs (continued)
- Estimating Activity Duration – PERT & Probability Analysis
- Planning and Scheduling Limited Resources
- Establishing the Project Schedule & Activities using GANNT Charts, Network Diagrams & Critical Path Analysis
Day 2
Financing Construction Projects
- Financing Capital Investment – Public & Private Equity & Debt Finance
- Recourse & Non-recourse Finance
- Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) & Parties to Project Finance Schemes
- Coffee break
- Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) & Parties to Project Finance Schemes (continued)
- Calculating the Cost of Finance
- Bonds; Guarantees and Letters of Credit
- Sources of Working Capital/Operational Finance
Day 3
Evaluating the Financing Viability of Construction Projects
- The Investment Criteria
- The Investment Planning Process
- Financial Evaluation/Feasibility – Payback, NPV & IRR
- The Key Determinants of NPV and the Decision Making Process
- Coffee break
- The Key Determinants of NPV and the Decision Making Process (continued)
- Sensitivity Analysis & Simulation Analysis
- Financial Targets: Return on Equity ROE, Economic Growth and Value for Money (VfM)
Day 4
Financial Management of Construction Projects
- Managing the Triple Constraints – Balancing Time, Cost & Quality/Scope
- Cost & Budgetary Control
- Earned Value Analysis – Controlling Cost & Schedule Variances and Recovery Plans
- Coffee break
- Earned Value Analysis – Controlling Cost & Schedule Variances and Recovery Plans (continued)
- Managing Liquidity throughout the Project
- Managing Debt: Debt Service Coverage Ratios (DSCRs); Interest Cover etc
- Evaluating Performance & Meeting Financial Targets– Client Satisfaction, Financial Return & Social/Economic Value Added
Day 5
Risk Management of Construction Projects
- Risks & Uncertainties
- Identifying Risk: Technical, Logistical, Environmental, Economic and Financial
- Measuring & Evaluating Risks & Uncertainties – Their Likelihood & Impact
- Coffee break
- Measuring & Evaluating Risks & Uncertainties – Their Likelihood & Impact (continued)
- Project Risk Strategies & Contingency Planning
- Cost Schedule Risk Analysis (CSRA) Process & Responsibilities
- Managing, Default, Interest Rate & Exchange Rate Risk Response Planning & Reporting
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Construction Financial Management (CM-019) cover?
This course covers Construction Management through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 19 - 23 October 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
This programme is designed for professionals responsible for strategy, operations, transformation, or delivery leadership.
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Munich, Amsterdam, Istanbul, Frankfurt, Rome, Kuala lumpur, Barcelona, London.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days, with up to five training hours per day, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Each programme includes a total of 25 training hours.
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