This course is designed to equip participants with advanced knowledge and skills in managing financial resources within the public sector. This course delves into complex financial concepts, regulations, and strategies specific to public sector organizations, focusing on budgeting, accounting, reporting, and financial decision-making processes. Participants will explore advanced techniques for financial analysis, risk management, and performance evaluation to enhance the financial sustainability and accountability of public sector entities.

For whom:

This program is designed for Government financial managers and accountants, Policy makers, public sector auditors, financial analysts, Budget officers and public administrators

Learning objectives:

At the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• comprehend the principles, concepts, and processes underlying public financial management;
• analyze the importance of sound financial management in the public sector;
• develop advanced skills in budget preparation, execution, and monitoring;
• learn about performance-based budgeting and medium-term expenditure frameworks (MTEF);
• gain proficiency in financial reporting standards and techniques;
• enhance the ability to analyze financial statements and reports;
• explain the role of internal controls and audits in safeguarding public resources;
• design and implement effective internal control systems;
• design strategies to improve accountability and transparency in public financial management; and 
• implementation of anti-corruption measures in the public sector