A Highly Interactive Training Course On

Financial Management for Donor-Funded Projects

Enhancing the Accountability, Credibility and Transparency of Your Donor Funded Projects

Classroom Sessions
30 Jun-04 Jul 2025
London
$5,950
27-31 Oct 2025
Dubai
$5,950
Online Sessions
18-22 Aug 2025
Online
$3,950
15-19 Dec 2025
Online
$3,950

Course Introduction

The primary challenge in Donor-Funded Projects is to balance the pursuit of social objectives with effective financial management that meets donor requirements. Financial planning and management within Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) must focus on achieving key goals such as accountability to donors, securing future funding, preventing fraud and theft, making informed decisions, enhancing credibility, and strengthening fundraising efforts.

This Financial Management for Donor-Funded Projects training course is designed to foster accountability, credibility, and transparency in donor-funded and NGO projects. It places a strong emphasis on improving delegates' competencies in Financial Accounting and Project Finance, equipping them with the skills necessary to manage these projects effectively.

This COPEX training course will feature:

  • Fundamentals of Donor Funded Projects
  • Financial Statements Analysis
  • Work Plan, budgets, and cash flow Statements
  • Regulatory & Governance and Risk management requirements of Donor Funded Projects
  • Costing factors of Donor Funded Projects
  • Monitor and evaluate donor-funded projects

Training Objectives

By the end of this COPEX training course, participants will be able to: 

  • Implement institutional and oversight arrangements for proper performance management and accountability
  • Properly manage people, processes, and systems in line with the donor-funded programs
  • Efficiently perform internal controls, including but not limited to finance, governance, and compliance requirements
  • Mitigate operational fiduciary and financial risks
  • Effectively and efficiently use the funding provided for the intended purposes
  • Communicate periodic, accurate financial reports

Training Methodology

This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes interactive case studies from the real world/delegates’ company, discussion and evaluation of the latest international tools & techniques and doing role plays. 

Who should Attend?

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Board level members who wish to develop their understanding of Donor -funded projects
  • Auditing Professionals working with NGO
  • Corporate governance directors
  • Internal auditors
  • Corporate compliance officials
  • Professionals seeking to develop their understanding of the NGO financial management  
  • Public sector finance and accounting personnel

Course Outline

Day One: Introduction to Donor-Funded Financial Management
  • Definition of donor funds projects
  • Introduction to Financial management of donor funds projects
  • Objectives of donor funds
  • Understanding Financial Statements for donor funds projects
  • Interpretation and Analysis of Financial Statements
Day Two: Costing and Budgeting of Donor Funded Projects
  • Costing in Donor Funded projects
  • Marginal, Absorption and Activity Based Costing
  • Management of Accounting & Decision making
  • Types of budgets and work plan
  • Investment appraisal and capital budgeting
  • Key steps of Budget reporting and Internal Controls
Day Three: Donor Funds Management
  • Defining the legal provision of a Donor
  • General Withdrawals Arrangement
  • Break-Even Analysis
  • Managing Donor Funds reporting
  • Procurement of Goods, Works and Services
  • Accounts and Audit
Day Four: Project Management
  • Defining the donor funded project cycle management
  • Planning & scheduling
  • Project Monitoring & Evaluation and Reporting
  • Evaluation of international aid programs
  • Critical path and network analysis
Day Five: Risk Management, Governance and Regulatory Disclosures
  • Regulatory compliance requirements
  • Financial reporting and independent audits
  • Understanding accountability, Probity & Transparency for Donor Funded Projects
  • Governance and anti-corruption
  • Fraud prevention and detection
  • Internal control policies & procedures
  • Risk monitoring and control and control frameworks

Certificates

  • COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course
Whats Makes Copex Courses Unique?

COPEX Training is your gateway to professional growth, with over 20 years of experience turning potential into success. Each year, we deliver over 1,000 courses in 50+ countries, earning a stellar 98% satisfaction rate. Trusted by global giants like BP, the United Nations, and HSBC, we partner with top certification bodies to provide career-focused training that empowers individuals and drives organizational breakthroughs. Our mission? To transform the way professionals learn and grow in today’s fast-changing industries. Through expert insights, cutting-edge methods, and hands-on approaches, we equip you with the skills and confidence to tackle challenges, seize opportunities, and thrive in your career.

Led by a passionate leadership team and supported by a network of world-class trainers, COPEX Training connects professionals worldwide with life-changing opportunities. We are committed to excellence, ensuring every participant leaves with the tools, expertise, and confidence to conquer an ever-evolving world.

Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ section provides quick answers to the most common questions about our services, procedures, and policies. We aim to make your experience with us as straightforward as possible. For further assistance, our support team is ready to help.

What is COPEX?

COPEX stands for “Competency Enhancement Programs” These courses are designed to develop and enhance the skills and knowledge of professionals across various sectors.

What are the benefits of attending COPEX training courses?

Enhanced Skills: Develop in-demand skills and knowledge in your chosen field.
Career Advancement: Improve your career prospects and increase your earning potential.
Increased Confidence: Gain confidence in your abilities and enhance your professional presence.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with other professionals and industry experts.
Improved Job Performance: Enhance your productivity, efficiency, and job satisfaction.
Personal Growth: Develop valuable personal and professional skills that can benefit you in all areas of life.

What makes COPEX training courses unique?

Experienced Instructors: Courses are delivered by highly qualified and experienced instructors with industry expertise.
Interactive Learning: Engaging and interactive learning methods, including workshops, simulations, case studies, and group discussions.
Practical Application: Focus on practical skills and real-world applications, enabling you to apply your learning immediately.
Flexible Learning Options: A variety of course formats available, including classroom training, online courses, and blended learning.
Certification & Recognition: Upon successful completion, you may receive industry-recognized certifications.

What is the cost of COPEX training courses?

The cost of COPEX training courses varies depending on the course duration, content, and delivery method.

How can I register?

There are several ways to register in our public training courses:
Online – Browse the Training Plan, select the course of choice, click on the button
“Register Now” inside the course outline page.
E-mail – Send the details (name, company name, email address and training course of
choice) of your nomination to [email protected]
Telephone – +971 4 368 6886 or +971 50 106 2750

When will I receive the confirmation for my registration/s?

Upon successful registration, processing window will take not more than 24 hours from the time of registration. An email including the registration confirmation, invoice and joining instructions will be sent to the provided email address.

What is included in the training fee?

Published training course fees are inclusive of the training venue, training manual, writing materials, lunch and coffee breaks with refreshments over the entire duration of the training course.

What are the available payment methods?

The training course fee can be settled by either:

  • Bank transfer
  • Credit Card

How many hours per day, and what are the timings of your training courses?

Our training courses will run for 5 hours per day. The standard daily timing is from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm including the coffee/tea breaks and lunch.

Where do you usually hold your training courses?

Our training courses courses are being held at five-star hotels in prime and iconic destinations across the globe. Cities such as Amsterdam, Barcelona, Dubai, Geneva, Istanbul, Kuala Lumpur, London, Houston, New York, Paris, Vienna, Zurich, etc.

Do you provide hotel booking assistance to your delegates?

Once officially registered, we can assist by providing the corporate rates provided by the hotel where the training course will be conducted. Early confirmation will enable us to secure the room at reduced rates

In case of failure to attend, what is your cancellation policy?

Our cancellation policy varies depending on the circumstances presented. Generally, cancellations must be initiated in formal writing at least 14 days prior to the commencement date of the training course. Further, the option to shift an existing registration to another training course on a later date is possible. Otherwise, a full refund will be initiated.

What will I receive after the training course?

Delegates who will attend and successfully complete the training course will earn a COPEX Certificate of Completion. This certification is designed to validate the successful knowledge transfer, and that the desired learning objectives and outcomes to further advance your professional competency are achieved.

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training course for you!

At Copex Training, we offer customizable courses designed to fit your specific needs. whether it's refining procurement practices or enhancing leadership and management skills, we tailor our programs to meet your unique goals and challenges. Let us create a training solution that delivers real results for your team.
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