Management >> Project, Contract, Engineering Management

Financial Accounting Masterclass for Engineers

ME172

Location

Duration

Date

Fee inclusive of VAT

Riyadh
5 Days
12-10-2025
17,250 (SAR)

Course Overview

This course provides engineers with a robust understanding of financial accounting essentials crucial for informed decision-making in engineering environments. Tailored for professionals bridging technical and financial roles, it focuses on interpreting financial data, managing budgets, and aligning project costs with strategic objectives.

Course Objective

  • Interpret and analyze key financial statements relevant to engineering operations.
  • Apply accounting principles to engineering project budgeting and financial planning.
  • Utilize financial analysis tools for strategic decision-making.
  • Identify and manage project costs effectively.
  • Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards and ethical practices.

Who Should Attend?

  • Engineers
  • Project Managers
  • Technical Managers
  • Cost Engineers

Course Outline

1. Introduction to Financial Accounting

  • Accounting Principles
  • Key Accounting Concepts
  • The Role of Accounting in Business

2. Understanding Financial Statements

  • Balance Sheets
  • Income Statements
  • Cash Flow Statements

3. Accounting for Engineers

  • Project Costing
  • Capital vs. Operating Expenditures
  • Depreciation Methods

4. Budgeting and Financial Planning

  • Budget Creation
  • Financial Forecasting
  • Variance Analysis

5. Cost Control and Management

  • Cost Reduction Strategies
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • Managing Project Costs

6. Financial Analysis Techniques

  • Ratio Analysis
  • Break-Even Analysis
  • Investment Appraisal Methods

7. Financial Reporting Standards

  • GAAP and IFRS Standards
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Ethical Considerations in Financial Reporting

8. Case Studies in Engineering Finance

  • Real-World Financial Scenarios
  • Analysis of Engineering Projects
  • Lessons Learned and Best Practices

Training Methodology

The course combines various teaching methods, including instructor-led presentations, group discussions, case study analyses, and assessments through quizzes and a final exam to engage participants and ensure they understand and retain the material.

Terms & Conditions

ACTrain reserves the right to alter the Course Schedule without Prior Notification, Fees Quoted are Subject to Terms & Conditions Outlined in ACTrain's Registration Policy

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