Budgeting Essentials: 1 Day NGO Budgeting Session in Melbourne

Bring your team and save:

1. Groups of three or more receive a 10% discount

2. Organizations hosting an in-house session with 10+ participants enjoy a 15% discount.

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Duration: 1 Full Day (8 Hours)
Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs/Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, Snacks and beverages will be provided during the session

Course Overview:

This one-day course provides a practical introduction to budget planning, resource allocation, tracking, and reporting tailored for NGO environments. You will learn essential budgeting steps, understand how to structure financial plans, and gain clarity on how budgets help strengthen program execution and accountability. The course simplifies budgeting concepts so you can confidently manage funds, develop accurate projections, and support decision-making. By the end of the session, you will feel equipped to prepare, maintain, and communicate NGO budgets effectively.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the course, you will:

• Understand the structure and purpose of NGO budgeting.
• Prepare clear and accurate financial plans aligned with program needs.
• Allocate funds effectively across key activities.
• Track and monitor budgets using simple tools.
• Identify risks and maintain transparency in financial processes.
• Communicate budget progress to donors and stakeholders.
• Strengthen your confidence in handling financial documentation.

Target Audience:

NGO finance teams, managers.

Why is it Right Fit for You:

This course is ideal if you want a practical and accessible understanding of how NGO budgets work. It breaks down financial concepts into easy steps so you can apply them directly to your projects. The training emphasizes real-world challenges, giving you the clarity needed to manage funds responsibly and transparently. You will gain tools, templates, and techniques that improve planning and tracking. With hands-on learning and guided practice, this course strengthens your ability to support programs through effective financial management.

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Would you like your entire team to strengthen their financial planning skills?

We offer in-house training tailored to your NGO’s specific budgeting processes, donor requirements, and operational needs. The modules can be customised to focus on areas most relevant to your team, ensuring practical application and improved financial coordination across departments.

Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session:

Info: • Purpose and importance of budgeting
• Types of budgets used in NGOs
• Understanding financial terminology
• Activity

Info: • Identifying needs and cost elements
• Creating budget frameworks
• Aligning budgets with program goals
• Activity

Info: • Direct vs. indirect costs
• Allocating funds across activities
• Budget justification essentials
• Activity

Info: • Tracking expenses vs. planned amounts
• Identifying variances
• Simple tools for monitoring
• Activity

Info: • Preparing basic financial reports
• Communicating budget status
• Supporting audits and reviews
• Activity

Info: • Identifying financial risks
• Contingency planning
• Strengthening transparency
• Activity

Info: • Reading donor guidelines
• Budget formats and templates
• Importance of compliance
• Case Study

Info: • Long-term financial planning
• Improving efficiency in budgeting
• Leveraging simple digital tools
• Activity

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