Introduction to Investment Appraisal

Overview

In today's market, capital purchases are subject to an ever-greater degree of scrutiny. Whether the investment is in new buildings, new machinery or new IT equipment, the position is much the same - there is usually a significant capital outlay upfront with potential benefits accruing over a long period of time.

Topics Covered

Over the 2 days we will cover:

• How to decide whether to proceed with a capital purchase or project (by using techniques such as net present value, payback, and return on investment)
• How to ensure you capture all the relevant costs and benefits, whether financial or otherwise, within your analysis

Who should attend

Whether you are a budget holder looking to justify new capital expenditure or trying to convince a client of the benefits of your product, the ability to build a clear business case for investing is a crucial skill. This course provides all the necessary information to enable you to make a decision about whether to proceed with a capital investment or not.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes include obtaining an understanding of:

• The use of investment appraisal techniques
• Qualitative issues relevant to the decision making process
• The use of investment appraisal within a business context