Executive Master in Strategic Finance and Business Leadership

Business Analytics - KPIs    

Course ID:   260126 0101 878Proj

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 Performance Management Professional Practice & Standards Strategic Management

Course Certified By:  Projacs Academy & 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 five-day course teaches how to define, measure, and manage KPIs that support business decisions. You will learn to choose the right metrics, write unambiguous calculation rules, and produce reports that drive action. The program uses practical templates and hands-on exercises tied to real problems. It is designed so participants can apply the work immediately in their teams.

Objectives

Objectives
Define KPIs that align with organisational strategy, business objectives, and critical success factors.
Develop clear KPI definitions, calculation methods, targets, and reporting frequencies to ensure consistent measurement.
Collect, validate, and analyse performance data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
Design KPI dashboards and performance reports that support timely operational and strategic decision-making.
Establish KPI governance processes, including ownership, review cycles, and continuous performance improvement.

Who Should Attend

Who Should Attend
Business analysts responsible for performance measurement and reporting.
Department managers and team leaders responsible for achieving operational targets.
Performance management and strategy professionals developing organisational scorecards.
Project managers and PMO professionals monitoring project and portfolio performance.
Finance, operations, HR, sales, and marketing managers responsible for defining, monitoring, and improving business performance through KPIs.

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 – KPI Fundamentals

1. Introduction to Key Performance Indicators
- Definition and purpose of KPIs
- KPIs versus metrics
- Characteristics of effective KPIs

2. Aligning KPIs with Business Strategy
- Organisational goals and objectives
- Strategic and operational KPIs
- Cascading KPIs across departments

3. KPI Selection
- Identifying critical success factors
- Choosing meaningful indicators
- Avoiding common KPI mistakes

Day 2 – KPI Design and Measurement

1. KPI Development
- Defining KPI formulas
- Setting calculation rules
- Establishing measurement frequency

2. Target Setting
- Defining performance targets
- Benchmarking techniques
- Setting realistic thresholds

3. Data Collection
- Identifying data sources
- Ensuring data quality
- Validating KPI calculations

Day 3 – KPI Analysis and Reporting

1. KPI Monitoring
- Tracking business performance
- Identifying trends and patterns
- Measuring progress against targets

2. Performance Analysis
- Variance analysis
- Root cause investigation
- Identifying improvement opportunities

3. KPI Reporting
- Designing KPI reports
- Dashboard development
- Presenting performance results

Day 4 – Using KPIs for Decision Making

1. Business Performance Management
- Supporting operational decisions
- Monitoring strategic initiatives
- Improving organisational performance

2. KPI Review and Improvement
- Evaluating KPI relevance
- Updating KPI definitions
- Continuous performance improvement

3. Departmental KPI Applications
- Finance KPIs
- Sales and marketing KPIs
- Operations and HR KPIs

Day 5 – KPI Governance and Practical Application

1. KPI Governance
- KPI ownership and accountability
- Documentation standards
- Performance review processes

2. Practical KPI Workshop
- Designing a KPI framework
- Building KPI scorecards
- Analysing business scenarios

3. Action Planning
- Developing performance improvement plans
- Communicating KPI results
- Course review and implementation roadmap

Executive Master in Strategic Finance and Business Leadership

Course Information

Introduction

This five-day course teaches how to define, measure, and manage KPIs that support business decisions. You will learn to choose the right metrics, write unambiguous calculation rules, and produce reports that drive action. The program uses practical templates and hands-on exercises tied to real problems. It is designed so participants can apply the work immediately in their teams.

Objectives

Objectives
Define KPIs that align with organisational strategy, business objectives, and critical success factors.
Develop clear KPI definitions, calculation methods, targets, and reporting frequencies to ensure consistent measurement.
Collect, validate, and analyse performance data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
Design KPI dashboards and performance reports that support timely operational and strategic decision-making.
Establish KPI governance processes, including ownership, review cycles, and continuous performance improvement.

Who Should Attend?

Who Should Attend
Business analysts responsible for performance measurement and reporting.
Department managers and team leaders responsible for achieving operational targets.
Performance management and strategy professionals developing organisational scorecards.
Project managers and PMO professionals monitoring project and portfolio performance.
Finance, operations, HR, sales, and marketing managers responsible for defining, monitoring, and improving business performance through KPIs.

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.

Daily 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.

Course Outlines

Week 1
Day 1 – KPI Fundamentals

1. Introduction to Key Performance Indicators
- Definition and purpose of KPIs
- KPIs versus metrics
- Characteristics of effective KPIs

2. Aligning KPIs with Business Strategy
- Organisational goals and objectives
- Strategic and operational KPIs
- Cascading KPIs across departments

3. KPI Selection
- Identifying critical success factors
- Choosing meaningful indicators
- Avoiding common KPI mistakes

Day 2 – KPI Design and Measurement

1. KPI Development
- Defining KPI formulas
- Setting calculation rules
- Establishing measurement frequency

2. Target Setting
- Defining performance targets
- Benchmarking techniques
- Setting realistic thresholds

3. Data Collection
- Identifying data sources
- Ensuring data quality
- Validating KPI calculations

Day 3 – KPI Analysis and Reporting

1. KPI Monitoring
- Tracking business performance
- Identifying trends and patterns
- Measuring progress against targets

2. Performance Analysis
- Variance analysis
- Root cause investigation
- Identifying improvement opportunities

3. KPI Reporting
- Designing KPI reports
- Dashboard development
- Presenting performance results

Day 4 – Using KPIs for Decision Making

1. Business Performance Management
- Supporting operational decisions
- Monitoring strategic initiatives
- Improving organisational performance

2. KPI Review and Improvement
- Evaluating KPI relevance
- Updating KPI definitions
- Continuous performance improvement

3. Departmental KPI Applications
- Finance KPIs
- Sales and marketing KPIs
- Operations and HR KPIs

Day 5 – KPI Governance and Practical Application

1. KPI Governance
- KPI ownership and accountability
- Documentation standards
- Performance review processes

2. Practical KPI Workshop
- Designing a KPI framework
- Building KPI scorecards
- Analysing business scenarios

3. Action Planning
- Developing performance improvement plans
- Communicating KPI results
- Course review and implementation roadmap