Course Overview

This course offers a comprehensive understanding of financial management principles within the context of World Bank–funded projects. It emphasizes accountability, resource efficiency, documentation, and auditing procedures aligned with global development goals. Participants will gain hands-on knowledge of project financial cycles, disbursement methods, legal responsibilities, and the standards required to manage international funding efficiently.

Course Benefits

• Learn World Bank–specific financial management and disbursement protocols
• Understand project lifecycle and budgeting techniques for donor-funded programs
• Build compliance skills related to audit, legal responsibilities, and reporting
• Increase eligibility to work on international and donor-backed development projects
• Enhance career prospects for finance professionals in the NGO and public sectors

Course Modules

Module 1: The World Bank Project Cycle

• Country Assistance Strategy to Project Evaluation
• Roles & responsibilities throughout the lifecycle

Module 2: Financial Management in Bank Operations

• Operational policies, FM arrangements, audits & statements
• Understanding interim and annual financial documentation

Module 3: Bank Procedures & Audit Scope

• FM structure during preparation, implementation & completion
• Defining the scope of financial audits

Module 4: Disbursement & Emergency Financial Management

• Reimbursement, Advance, Direct Payment & Special Commitment
• Risk analysis and harmonization in emergency operations

Requirements

To register, participants must provide:

• Passport Copy
• Curriculum Vitae
• Passport-size Photographs
• Full Course Fee Payment