Controlling Fundamentals: A Compact Introduction for Beginners

The Controller acts as the navigator of a company. Today’s demands on professionals in controlling go far beyond cost accounting expertise. A comprehensive understanding of interfaces with other business functions, such as external accounting, is just as crucial as mastering the core tasks of controlling. This seminar offers newcomers and junior professionals a compact and comprehensive overview of controlling responsibilities and development opportunities.

Contents

What Is Controlling?

• Definition and purpose of controlling.
• How controlling works: The controlling cycle.
• Who performs controlling tasks?
• Overview of different controlling processes.

Organizing Controlling in a Company

• Specific responsibilities of a controller.
• Expectations and requirements for controllers.
• Structuring and organizing the controlling function.

Operational and Strategic Management

• Why both operational and strategic management are necessary and how they differ.
• Tools for operational and strategic management.

Processes of Operational Controlling

• Operational planning and forecasting.
• Cost accounting.
• Management reporting (reporting systems).

Trends in Business Management

Learning Environment

In your online learning environment, you will find helpful resources, downloadable materials, and additional services related to this training.

Your Benefits

By attending this seminar, you will:

• Gain a fundamental understanding of the scope, tasks, and domains of financial controlling.
• Learn about the roles, responsibilities, and expectations of junior controllers.
• Acquire foundational knowledge of essential controlling tools and processes.
• Build methodical expertise in controlling, enhancing your confidence and proficiency in daily operations.
• Establish a strong foundation for a successful career in controlling.

Trainer

• Online Workshop

Methods

This hands-on seminar includes:

• Presentations.
• Case studies.
• Checklists.
• Opportunities for peer-to-peer experience sharing.

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is ideal for:

• Beginners and assistants in controlling.
• Junior controllers.
• Professionals in finance and accounting seeking an overview of controlling.
• Specialists from various departments aiming for systematic training in controlling.

Open Badges – Showcase Your Skills Digitally

Open Badges: Qualification 4.0

Open Badges are recognized, digital certificates of participation. These verifiable credentials are a modern standard for showcasing your skills on career platforms like LinkedIn.

After completing this seminar, you will receive an Open Badge to digitally demonstrate your expertise.

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