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Budget Management Mastery Courses

Join our comprehensive activity-based budgeting programs starting September 2025. Learn practical skills that transform how Australian businesses plan and track their finances.

Spring 2025 Course Schedule

We've designed our upcoming courses around real business challenges. Each program runs for 12 weeks with flexible scheduling options for working professionals across Australia.

Foundations of Activity-Based Budgeting

September 15 - December 7, 2025 | Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30-8:30 PM AEST
Perfect for business owners and finance managers new to structured budgeting approaches.

Advanced Budget Analysis & Forecasting

October 2 - December 18, 2025 | Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 PM AEST
Deep dive into variance analysis, trend forecasting, and budget optimization techniques.

Small Business Budget Workshop Series

November 5 - January 21, 2026 | Saturdays 10:00 AM-12:00 PM AEST
Intensive weekend sessions focused on practical budget implementation for smaller operations.

Students collaborating on budget analysis worksheets during interactive learning session

How We Teach Budget Management

Our courses blend theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice. You'll work with real budget scenarios and learn from actual business case studies.

Interactive Group Learning

Small class sizes mean you'll get personal attention while benefiting from peer discussions. We encourage questions and collaborative problem-solving throughout each session.

  • Maximum 15 students per class for focused attention
  • Group exercises using real business scenarios
  • Peer review sessions for budget plans
  • Regular feedback from instructors and classmates

Practical Application Focus

Every concept we cover gets applied immediately through exercises and projects. You'll leave with budget templates and processes you can use right away in your business.

  • Hands-on budget creation workshops
  • Take-home templates and frameworks
  • Case studies from Australian businesses
  • Step-by-step implementation guides
Marcus Kellaway, Senior Budget Analyst and Course Instructor

Marcus Kellaway

Lead Instructor

15 years experience in corporate finance, CPA Australia member, former budget manager at three ASX-listed companies

Learn from Industry Experience

Marcus has spent over a decade helping Australian businesses build better budgeting processes. He's worked with companies from 20 employees to 2,000+ staff, understanding the unique challenges at every scale.

Activity-Based Costing

Developed ABC systems for manufacturing and service companies, with proven methods for accurate cost allocation.

Budget Variance Analysis

Expert in identifying budget discrepancies and creating actionable reports that drive business decisions.

Cash Flow Forecasting

Specializes in predictive models that help businesses maintain healthy cash flow throughout economic cycles.

Small Business Finance

Passionate about making sophisticated budgeting techniques accessible to growing Australian businesses.

His teaching style focuses on practical application rather than theory alone. Students appreciate his straightforward explanations and real-world examples drawn from actual consulting experiences.

What You'll Actually Learn

Each course covers specific skills and tools you can start using immediately in your business operations.

Budget Structure Design

Learn to create budget frameworks that match your business activities and provide meaningful insights for decision-making.

  • Activity-based cost allocation methods
  • Revenue forecasting techniques
  • Expense categorization strategies
  • Budget timeline development
  • Performance measurement integration

Variance Analysis

Master the art of comparing actual results to budgeted figures and understanding what the differences mean for your business.

  • Monthly variance reporting
  • Trend identification techniques
  • Root cause analysis methods

Forecasting & Planning

Develop skills in predicting future financial performance and adjusting plans based on changing business conditions.

  • Rolling forecast implementation
  • Scenario planning workshops
  • Seasonal adjustment methods
  • Market factor integration
  • Risk assessment frameworks

Reporting Systems

Build reporting processes that keep stakeholders informed and support better business decision-making.

  • Dashboard creation techniques
  • Executive summary writing
  • Visual presentation methods

Implementation Planning

Get practical guidance on rolling out new budgeting processes in your organization without disrupting daily operations.

  • Change management strategies
  • Staff training approaches
  • System integration methods
Comprehensive budget analysis spreadsheets and financial planning documents spread across desk workspace

Ready to Get Started?

Our enrollment process is straightforward. We'll help you choose the right course based on your current experience and business needs.

1

Initial Consultation

Schedule a brief phone call to discuss your goals and determine which course suits your needs best.

2

Course Selection

Choose your preferred schedule and course level. We'll send detailed materials and pre-course preparation guidelines.

3

Enrollment Completion

Complete enrollment paperwork and receive your course materials. You'll also get access to our online resource library.

4

Course Begins

Join your first session and meet your instructor and classmates. Start building practical budgeting skills immediately.

Course enrollment opens in July 2025. Contact us now to reserve your spot and receive early-bird pricing information.

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