Preparing a Successful Business Case

This course maps to capability: 1, 5
COST Prices include GST and are subject to change
Member
$430.00
Corporate
$530.00
QPS
$461.50
Standard
$710.00

Overview

This course takes participants through the process of preparing a business case on the basis of a given case study. It looks at the essential content, structure and format of a business case, and the application of Queensland Government guidelines for business cases and project evaluation. The case study employs tested and proven templates which participants may use in the preparation of future business cases.

Course Content

The course explains what business cases are, the rationale behind them and the benefits and costs of preparing them. It covers the content, structure and format of a business case, the process of developing one, the key sections within business cases, how to develop them using proven tools and techniques and the information sources to be drawn on. The critical elements of stakeholder and communication management and strategic alignment are covered in detail. The course also includes a case study and some tips on traps for new players to avoid.

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course attendees should be able to:

  • define the purpose and objective of a business case
  • understand state government requirements for the preparation of business cases
  • understand the content, structure and format of a business case
  • describe the process of developing a business case and apply relevant tools and techniques
  • undertake a stakeholder analysis and develop a communication plan
  • align a business case with whole-of-government and agency objectives
  • apply the knowledge and skills gained to the development of a business case in the workplace

Benefits to your organisation

  • increased capability in the development of business cases
  • increased likelihood of business cases capturing the identified benefits
  • better resource allocation and increased accountability

Benefits to you

  • better understanding of Queensland Government requirements for business cases
  • basic skill sets that can be immediately applied to the preparation of business cases
  • better decision making