What you'll learn:
- Define the key components of a business case and explain the purpose of a business case.
- Identify the key stakeholders involved in a business case development process.
- Determine the appropriate data to collect in order to support a business case.
- Gather data from internal and external sources and analyze it using SWOT analysis.
- Identify trends and patterns in data to support the business case.
- Outline and organize the business case in a clear and logical manner.
- Draft an effective executive summary for a business case.
- Write the main body of a business case in a clear and persuasive manner.
- Create a visually engaging presentation to support the business case.
- Deliver a clear and persuasive presentation of a business case to key stakeholders.
- Secure approval for a business case from key stakeholders.
- Implement the solution proposed in the business case and monitor progress.
- Measure the results of the solution proposed in the business case and evaluate its effectiveness.
- Develop a business case for a new product or service.
- Create a business case for a major project or initiative.
- Use design thinking to develop a business case.
- Incorporate agile methodologies in business case development.
- Consider sustainability and social impact when developing a business case.
- Use financial analysis and forecasting to evaluate the financial impact of proposed solutions in a business case.
- Use the SBI framework to deliver constructive feedback on a business case to colleagues.
Are you looking to develop a business case that will secure funding or approval for your project or initiative? Whether you're a business professional, entrepreneur, or project manager, the ability to develop a compelling business case is essential for success. As an experienced business professional with over 20 years of experience, I'm passionate about helping others develop the skills they need to succeed.
In this course, you'll learn everything you need to know about business case development, from defining the business case and understanding its purpose to identifying key stakeholders, gathering and analyzing data, and developing and presenting the business case. You'll also learn advanced techniques for developing a business case for a new product or service, crafting a business case for a major project or initiative, and incorporating sustainability and social impact considerations.
Throughout the course, you'll be guided through the process of developing a business case, from start to finish. You'll learn how to define the business case and understand its purpose, identify key stakeholders, determine what data to collect, gather data from internal and external sources, analyze data using tools such as SWOT analysis, and identify trends and patterns in the data. You'll also learn how to organize and outline the business case, draft the executive summary, write the main body of the business case, create a presentation for the business case, and present the business case to key stakeholders.
In addition to learning the fundamentals of business case development, you'll also learn advanced techniques for developing a business case for a new product or service, crafting a business case for a major project or initiative, and incorporating sustainability and social impact considerations. With the help of this course, you'll be able to develop business cases that are both compelling and effective, and that will help you secure funding or approval for your projects and initiatives.
We will also provide students with a full workbook for the course, which consists of all the 1 page worksheets for each individual lesson, and which are also available with each lesson. This will help students to follow along with the course and complete the exercises, which will help to solidify their understanding of the material.
This course is unique in that it covers all the key aspects of business case development in one comprehensive package. Not only will you learn the key concepts and techniques, but you'll also gain hands-on experience through practical exercises and real-world case studies. Additionally, the course is designed to be highly interactive and engaging, with plenty of opportunities for learners to ask questions and participate in discussions.
Enrol in this course today, and take the first step towards developing effective business cases that will help you secure funding or approval for your projects and initiatives.
With the help of this course, you'll be able to develop business cases that are both compelling and effective, and that will help you achieve your goals.
