Course Schedules

Classroom 12 Sessions
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Introduction

This training course is designed to equip executives, senior managers, and decision-makers with the ability to translate CAPEX and OPEX data into clear, actionable intelligence using Tableau.

Rather than focusing on technical depth alone, the course emphasizes strategic insight, financial performance monitoring, and executive-ready dashboards that support informed decision-making, capital allocation, cost control, and long-term planning.

Participants will learn how to structure CAPEX and OPEX data, define meaningful performance indicators, and design Tableau dashboards that provide real-time visibility, scenario comparison, trend analysis, and management-level insights.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to consume, interpret, and guide the development of Tableau dashboards that align with organizational strategy and executive priorities.

What are the Goals?

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

  • Understand how Tableau supports executive-level decision-making
  • Distinguish between CAPEX and OPEX from a performance and analytics perspective
  • Define executive-relevant KPIs for capital and operating expenditures
  • Design and evaluate CAPEX & OPEX dashboards for management use
  • Interpret dashboard insights to support strategic, financial, and operational decisions
  • Apply scenario analysis and trend evaluation to budgeting and forecasting discussions

Who is this Training Course for?

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

  • Executives and C-Suite Leaders
  • Finance Directors, CFOs, and Finance Managers
  • Strategy, Planning, and Performance Management Teams
  • Business Intelligence and Analytics Managers
  • Project Directors and PMO Leaders
  • Department Heads responsible for budgets and cost control

How will this Training Course be Presented?

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 the use of media slides, case studies and video examples, articles from businesses and universities that ensure interactive participation among delegates. There is ample opportunity for reflexive practice and for developing improvement plans to take back to the organisation.

Course Content

Day 1

Executive Business Intelligence & Financial Decision Context

  • Business Intelligence for Executives: Concepts and Value
  • Role of BI in Strategic, Financial, and Operational Decisions
  • Executive Information Needs vs. Operational Reporting
  • Overview of Tableau for Management and Leadership
  • Understanding CAPEX & OPEX in Decision-Making Context
  • Key Financial Questions Executives Expect Dashboards to Answer
Day 2

CAPEX & OPEX Data Structures and KPIs

  • CAPEX vs. OPEX: Financial, Strategic, and Control Perspectives
  • Structuring Data for Capital and Operating Expenditures
  • Identifying Executive-Level KPIs for CAPEX Performance
  • Identifying Executive-Level KPIs for OPEX Control
  • Budget vs. Actuals, Forecasts, and Variance Analysis
  • Translating Financial Metrics into Visual Insights
Day 3

Designing Executive Dashboards in Tableau

  • Principles of Executive Dashboard Design
  • Choosing the Right Visuals for Financial Decisions
  • Designing CAPEX Dashboards for Investment Oversight
  • Designing OPEX Dashboards for Cost Efficiency
  • Filters, Drill-Downs, and High-Level vs. Detailed Views
  • Best Practices for Clarity, Simplicity, and Impact
Day 4

Performance Monitoring, Trends & Scenario Analysis

  • Tracking CAPEX Project Performance Over Time
  • Monitoring OPEX Trends and Cost Drivers
  • Identifying Risks, Inefficiencies, and Overspending
  • Scenario Analysis for Budget Adjustments
  • Comparing Departments, Projects, and Time Periods
  • Using Tableau Dashboards in Executive Meetings
Day 5

Executive Decision Support & Strategic Integration

  • Using Dashboards for Strategic Planning and Budget Reviews
  • Linking CAPEX & OPEX Dashboards to Organizational Strategy
  • Supporting Board-Level and Executive Presentations
  • Interpreting Insights for Investment and Cost Decisions
  • Governance, Data Accuracy, and Dashboard Ownership
  • Course Wrap-Up and Executive Dashboard Best Practices

The Certificate

Recognition
  • Anderson Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
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