Financial management for development professionals
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Online
Financial management for development professionals
14 Septiembre–6 Noviembre 2026
Presentación del curso
Effective financial management is essential for delivering results in development cooperation. In this online certification programme, you will strengthen your ability to plan, manage, monitor, and report on project finances in line with donor requirements. Over 8 weeks of guided online learning, you will deepen your understanding of results-based financial planning, improve your reporting skills, and learn how to use digital and AI-enabled tools to analyse financial data, automate routine tasks, detect anomalies, and enhance the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting. These competencies will help you work more efficiently, meet donor expectations, and contribute directly to transparent, compliant, and results-oriented project delivery.
¿Quiénes participan en este curso?
This programme is designed for: - financial officers and project finance assistants - accountants, disbursement specialists, and administrative staff - project managers and officers responsible for financial oversight - professionals seeking to strengthen their financial management skills
What will I be able to do?
By completing this course, you will be able to:
- prepare budgets aligned with donor requirements
- collect, analyse, and report financial data accurately
- use digital and AI tools to support financial monitoring and reporting
- navigate financial systems used by implementing agencies and donors
- manage payments, disbursements, and internal controls
- identify and mitigate fiduciary risks
- support audit preparation and financial closure
- contribute to effective, compliant, and results-focused project implementation
Flexible Online Learning
Delivered entirely through the ITCILO e-campus, this programme gives you the flexibility to work through the modules at your own pace while engaging in practical exercises that mirror real project financial management challenges.
What certification will I get as a successful candidate?
On successful completion of the programme requirements, you will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement
This certificate shows that you have fulfilled all assignments, knowledge tests and other prerequisites to a minimum standard.
The complete effort amounts to at least 60 hours of learning.
The certificate is an electronic certificate which is protected by block-chain technology and can be displayed on social media.
Prove your skills with a Diploma
This course is part of one Diploma programme
