Business Analytics - Performance Models
Course ID: 260126 0101 029ESH
Course Dates : 26/01/2026 Course Duration : 5 Studying Day/s Course Location: London, United Kingdom
Language: Bilingual
Course Category: Professional and CPD Training Programs
Course Subcategories:
Business Analytics & Insight Business Decision Making Operational Excellence Performance Management Professional Practice & Standards
Course Certified By: ESHub CPD & LondonUni - Executive Management Training
* Professional Training and CPD Programs
Leading to:
Executive Diploma Certificate
Leading to:
Executive Mini Masters Certificate
Leading to
Executive Masters Certificate
Certification Will Be Issued:
From London, United Kingdom
Course Fees:
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Introduction
This course teaches how to design and operationalize performance models that link data to business outcomes. You will learn methods for building, validating, and monitoring models used for measurement, forecasting, and decision support. The emphasis is on practical workflows, clear success criteria, and repeatable implementation. Materials focus on real data, common tooling, and governance needed for production use.
Objectives
Objectives
Design performance models that align business objectives, KPIs, and operational outcomes.
Build and validate performance models using reliable data, appropriate assumptions, and measurable success criteria.
Apply forecasting and analytical techniques to evaluate business performance and support decision-making.
Monitor model performance through dashboards, KPIs, and continuous validation to ensure accuracy over time.
Establish governance processes for maintaining, reviewing, and improving performance models in production environments.
Design performance models that align business objectives, KPIs, and operational outcomes.
Build and validate performance models using reliable data, appropriate assumptions, and measurable success criteria.
Apply forecasting and analytical techniques to evaluate business performance and support decision-making.
Monitor model performance through dashboards, KPIs, and continuous validation to ensure accuracy over time.
Establish governance processes for maintaining, reviewing, and improving performance models in production environments.
Who Should Attend
Who Should Attend
Business analysts responsible for performance measurement and business reporting.
Performance management specialists and strategy professionals.
Business intelligence and data analysts developing analytical models.
Finance, operations, and planning managers responsible for forecasting and performance improvement.
Project managers, PMO professionals, and decision-makers who use performance models to support strategic and operational planning.
Training Method
• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts
Program Support
This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.
Course Agenda
Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection
Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
Week 1
Day 1 – Foundations of Performance Models
1. Introduction to Performance Modelling
- Purpose of performance models
- Types of business performance models
- Linking models to organisational strategy
2. Business Objectives and KPIs
- Defining measurable objectives
- Selecting performance indicators
- Establishing success criteria
3. Performance Model Frameworks
- Inputs, processes and outputs
- Performance measurement cycles
- Model governance principles
Day 2 – Building Performance Models
1. Data Collection and Preparation
- Identifying relevant data sources
- Validating data quality
- Preparing datasets for modelling
2. Model Design
- Defining variables and relationships
- Building logical performance models
- Documenting assumptions
3. Model Validation
- Verifying calculations
- Testing model accuracy
- Refining model structure
Day 3 – Forecasting and Performance Analysis
1. Performance Forecasting
- Trend analysis
- Forecasting techniques
- Scenario planning
2. Performance Evaluation
- Measuring actual versus target
- Variance analysis
- Identifying performance drivers
3. Decision Support
- Evaluating business alternatives
- Prioritising improvement opportunities
- Supporting strategic decisions
Day 4 – Monitoring and Improving Performance
1. Performance Dashboards
- Designing monitoring dashboards
- Selecting visual indicators
- Tracking business performance
2. Continuous Monitoring
- Monitoring model effectiveness
- Updating assumptions
- Identifying performance changes
3. Risk and Performance
- Identifying performance risks
- Measuring business impact
- Developing mitigation actions
Day 5 – Governance and Practical Application
1. Performance Model Governance
- Roles and responsibilities
- Documentation standards
- Review and approval processes
2. Practical Workshop
- Developing a business performance model
- Testing real business scenarios
- Presenting analytical results
3. Continuous Improvement
- Reviewing model performance
- Implementing improvements
- Developing an organisational action plan
