Our Better Business Cases Training Team delivers APMG-accredited Better Business Cases™ training, helping you to gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills in the HM Treasury Better Business Cases™ methodology.
Why join our training?
Our training sessions are meticulously designed to offer a comprehensive learning experience. Delivered entirely online via Microsoft Teams, our courses utilise a mix of direct teaching, engaging exercises, real-life challenges, and insightful case studies. This approach ensures a rich, interactive learning environment, perfect for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding and practical application of business case development.
Better Business Cases training details
– Foundation Course: Priced at £490 +VAT where applicable, this course lays the groundwork for understanding the core principles of business case development. This is a three-day course including the examination (14 continuous professional development (CPD) hours).
– Practitioner Course: Priced at £575 +VAT where applicable, this advanced course delves deeper, equipping you with the skills to proficiently apply the methodology in your work. This is a 3.5-day course including the examination (14 CPD hours).
Certification and Digital Badge: Our training provides a candidate-focused wrap-around approach, with additional support or coaching when required, combined with the APMG examination which we book for you and invigilate ourselves using Microsoft Teams. The certificate is an internationally recognised qualification from the accrediting body, APMG and a valuable addition to your professional credentials. Please note that a pass in the foundation examination is a pre-requisite for entry to the practitioner level.
Who should attend?
Our training is ideal for professionals involved in decision-making, senior responsible officers, project management and team members, finance, or strategic planning clinical leads or specialist advisors, as well as anyone keen on mastering the art of crafting compelling business cases.
Better Business Cases training dates
Better Business Cases TM Foundation Course Dates
Better Business Cases TM Practitioner Course Dates
18-20 Feb 2025
25-28 Feb 2025
15-17 April 2025
20-23 May 2025
22-24 April 2025
22-25 July 2025
6-8 May 2025
Training dates schedule
Bite Size training dates
Bite Size Training Courses
Course Dates
Price
Comprehensive Investment Appraisal Model – 2 days (8 hours CPD) including Q&A with DHSC economists (9 hours CPD) – or 1 day can be arranged subject to demand (5 hours CPD)
1 day – to be scheduled to meet demand – 25 and 26 March 2025 – w/c 26 May 2025 to be confirmed (2 day)
£195 + VAT where applicable per delegate for the DHSC Economist 2-day course. £125 + VAT where applicable per delegate for the 1-day course subject to demand.
Benefits Management and Realisation – 1 day (5 hours CPD) – 2 days can be arranged subject to demand (8 hours CPD)
10 January 2025, 13 May 2025 (1 day) To meet demand (2 day)
£125 + VAT where applicable per delegate for the 1-day course. £195 + VAT where applicable per delegate for the 2-day course.
Financial Appraisal and Capital Investment Guidance Masterclass (3 hours CPD)
16 May 2025
£60 + VAT where applicable per delegate for a 3-hour course.
Business Case Writing Skills for Small Value Schemes Masterclass (5 hours CPD)
To meet demand
£125 + VAT where applicable per delegate for the 1-day course.
Two Day Assurance (9 hours CPD)
To meet demand
£195 + VAT where applicable per delegate for the 2-day course.
Post Project Evaluation – 3 hours CPD
To meet demand
£60 + VAT where applicable per delegate for the 3-hour course.
Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your professional skills with our expert-led Better Business Cases™ Training. We will guide you through this journey of professional growth and success. To secure your place, please get in touch at mlcsu.nhsenglandbbc@nhs.net.
Spaces are limited, ensuring a focused and interactive learning experience. Please contact mlcsu.nhsenglandbitesize@nhs.net to book places.
Watch our video for a more in-depth understanding of what we offer
Having trained more than 2,000 delegates, our team of business case experts is here to guide you. This short video gives you an overview of our better business cases and bite-size courses and how the training helps individuals and organisations successfully adopt best practices when developing business cases and spending proposals.
Further information
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