This course offers a course on Preparing Economic Feasibility Studies, aimed at equipping participants with in-depth knowledge and practical skills necessary to prepare comprehensive and effective feasibility studies. Feasibility studies are a crucial step in any investment project, as they help evaluate the economic potential of projects and assess their financial and commercial viability.
Through this course, participants will learn how to analyze and assess various aspects of a project, such as financial, technical, market, and social factors. They will also get familiar with the modern tools and methods used in preparing feasibility studies, from data collection and analysis to formulating comprehensive reports that help decision-makers in making well-informed strategic choices.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Who Should Attend?
Project managers seeking a deeper understanding of economic feasibility analysis tools.
Financial and investment consultants who need advanced skills to provide strategic financial advice.
Financial analysts working with financial data.
Strategic planning managers focusing on identifying the best investment opportunities.
Business development teams focused on identifying and developing new investment opportunities.
Project development consultants who require skills in economic feasibility analysis.
Knowledge and Benefits:
After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:
Develop skills to prepare economic feasibility studies for both small and large projects.
Analyze financial and economic data to identify opportunities and risks in projects.
Use different methods to evaluate the financial and technical feasibility of projects.
Apply advanced economic tools such as Return on Investment (ROI) and Cost-Benefit Analysis.
Prepare comprehensive feasibility reports that contribute to making effective investment decisions.
Course Outline
Introduction to Feasibility Studies
Definition and importance of feasibility studies
Types of feasibility studies (economic, technical, financial, marketing)
Main objectives of a feasibility study
Stages of Preparing a Feasibility Study
Key steps for conducting a feasibility study
How to define the scope of the study and collect relevant data
Market Analysis
Market study: demand and supply analysis
Tools and methods of market analysis (surveys, secondary data, competition analysis)
Using technology in collecting and analyzing market data
Big Data analysis techniques and their role in decision-making
Understanding customer behavior using advanced analytical tools
Technical Analysis
Defining the technical requirements of the project
Studying processes and technologies used
Preparing implementation timelines
Cost Analysis
Identifying fixed and variable costs
How to prepare cost estimates
The role of technology in enhancing efficiency and reducing waste
Financial Analysis
Key concepts: Return on Investment (ROI), Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
How to calculate financial indicators
Revenue Estimation
How to estimate expected revenues
Pricing strategies and revenue analysis
Economic Feasibility Analysis
Using financial tools to evaluate feasibility
Analyzing different scenarios (best case and worst case)
Preparing the Feasibility Report
Structure of a feasibility study report
How to write a comprehensive and persuasive report
Evaluation Strategies
How to critically evaluate feasibility studies
Using performance indicators to assess results
Environmental and Social Factors
Impact of environmental and social factors on project feasibility
How to integrate environmental and social considerations into studies
Effective Presentation of Feasibility Studies
Strategies for presenting studies to stakeholders
How to deliver a compelling feasibility study presentation
Using Artificial Intelligence in Feasibility Studies
Definition of artificial intelligence and its applications in business