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Why Join FP&A Launchpad?
- Practical Learning: We believe in hands-on, practical learning. Through real-world case studies and interactive exercises, you'll gain practical experience in solving complex financial challenges commonly faced by FP&A professionals.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: 8 Weeks FP&A Launchpad is carefully designed by industry experts to provide a comprehensive understanding of FP&A. We will cover essential topics such as Budgeting, Forecasting, Management Reporting, Data Storytelling, Presentations and Finance Business Partnering.
- Expert Instructors: Our instructors are seasoned FP&A professionals with years of industry experience. They bring their wealth of knowledge and expertise to the course, ensuring that you receive top-notch instruction and guidance throughout your learning journey.
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Learn FP&A at your own pace from comfort of your home. Access the course materials 24/7 and study whenever it suits you best.
- Supportive Community: Join a vibrant community of like-minded professionals who are passionate about finance and FP&A. Engage in discussions, network with peers on monthly calls.
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Access useful tools and templates for daily use in your work as an FP&A professional. These resources will save you time and help you deliver high-quality analyses and reports.
FP&A Launchpad Curriculum
- Before We Start...
- Understanding your FP&A role (4:33)
- Overview of roles in Finance & Accounting (7:53)
- FP&A - A Bridge Between Business Teams & Management (4:57)
- What is FP&A? (6:17)
- A typical FP&A month - Part 1 (10:17)
- A typical FP&A month - Part 2 (4:46)
- FP&A Success Mantra (14:42)
- FP&A - Roles & Job Descriptions (12:56)
- FP&A Job Description Cheatsheet
- Week 1: Session Slides
- FP&A Calendar Cheatsheet
- Quiz Week 1
- What is Budgeting? (2:24)
- Why is Budgeting important? (3:52)
- Budget Case Discussion (3:08)
- Your Role in Budgeting (Steps of Budgeting) (7:00)
- Methods of Budgeting (0:50)
- Top Down vs Bottoms Up Budgeting (5:04)
- Incremental vs Zero Based Budgeting (10:02)
- Traditional Budgets vs Rolling Forecasts (2:14)
- Week 2: Session Slides
- Quiz Week 2
- Introduction - Components of a Budget (2:16)
- Whats B2B and B2C? Whats the difference between B2B and B2C? (0:41)
- Revenue Budget Example - B2B Business (Software Service Industry) (41:14)
- Revenue Budget Example - B2C Business (Edtech Industry) (44:39)
- Budget Scenario Discussion 1 (7:31)
- Budget Scenario Discussion 2 (5:31)
- Production COGS Budget Example (29:25)
- Headcount Budget Example (24:52)
- Marketing Budget Example (17:41)
- Week 3: Session Slides
- Budgeting Cycle (33:55)
- Budget v/s Annual Operating Plan
- Quiz Week 3
- What is a Forecast? Examples of Traditional and Rolling Forecast (5:38)
- Why Forecasting? (1:51)
- Your Role in Forecasting (6:41)
- B2B Revenue Forecast Example (16:56)
- B2C Revenue Forecast Example (20:23)
- Forecasting Concepts - Phasing, Trends, Seasonality, One Timers (6:49)
- Seasonality Example (8:28)
- Week 4 : Session Slides
- Traditional budget v/s Rolling Forecast Cheatsheet
- Quiz Week 4
- Quick Recap and Intro to Profitability Analysis (1:14)
- What is Profitability Analysis? (5:12)
- How Profitability is computed? (3:54)
- What are Recharges and Allocations? (2:31)
- Recharges vs Allocations (2:31)
- Why recharges and allocations? - Discussion (7:48)
- Steps in Allocation Exercise (2:34)
- Recharges - Discussion (4:03)
- What is Variance Analysis? (4:59)
- Why Variance Analysis? (2:25)
- Your Role in Variance Analysis (6:39)
- Variance Analysis : Tools Used (5:20)
- Variance Analysis - 3 Crucial Questions to Ask (6:52)
- Tool : The 5 Why Technique (4:03)
- Variance Analysis - Additional Tips (2:45)
- Variance Analysis - 3 Crucial Questions to Ask Cheatsheet
- Variance Analysis Cheatsheet
- Quiz Week 5
- What are Management Reports? (1:32)
- 7 Qualities of a Good Management Report Carousel
- Most Common Management Reports (1:11)
- Month end and Quarter end Reports (3:24)
- Flash Reports (1:28)
- Risk & Opportunities Assessment (4:13)
- Balanced Scorecards (3:55)
- Balanced Scorecards - Example (1:45)
- KPI's v/s OKR's (1:36)
- KPI Example (2:00)
- OKR's Example (3:14)
- KPI's v/s OKR's Cheatsheet
- Quiz Week 6
- What is Data Storytelling? (4:05)
- Storytelling Framework - Data Sources (2:43)
- Storytelling Framework - Visualization (1:33)
- Effective Visualization - Tip 1 (2:27)
- Effective Visualization - Tip 2 (1:22)
- Guide to Selecting a Chart Type (15:51)
- Effective Visualization - Tip 3 (1:33)
- Effective Visualization - Tip 4 (1:51)
- Effective Visualization - Tip 5 (2:19)
- Data to Insights - A Case Study on Time Sheet Analysis (10:47)
- Storytelling Framework - The Audience (5:05)
- A Case Study - Presenting Actuals To Management (5:03)
- Storytelling Framework - The Narrative (3:09)
- A Case Study - Client Profitability in 2x2 Matrix (6:12)
- Waterfall Chart - When To Use? (2:18)
- Resource 1 : Data Visualization 101 by Hubspot
- Resource 2: Tableau Visualization Guide
- Resource 3: AFP's Before and After Data Visualizations
- Resource 4": AFPs - Data Visualization: How to Tell Number Stories with Pictures
- Resource 5: IMA's Data Visualization Guide
- Data Visualisation Cheatsheet
- Quiz Week 7
Reviews from past students
How is FP&A Launchpad different from other online courses?
I really liked the curriculum, which is in-depth and practical....
Prateek Sharma, Finance Business Partner, LG Electronics
"One thing that I liked most is the detailed review of FP&A activities using the monthly and weekly calendar. I have worked in FP&A for the last six years. But still I learned a lot of new concepts. I am now confident of building an FP&A team from scratch. I will definitely recommend this course to my colleagues in Accounting and Finance to break free from the stereotypical accounting mindset."
Rahul Chure,
CFM Specialist, Accenture
"I really liked the curriculum, which is in-depth and practical. We covered everything from budgeting to the variance analysis and from reporting to presentations. The explanations were very comprehensive and to the point. I will definitely recommend this course to my colleagues, especially to the folks reporting to me."
Kiran Rayala,
Senior Finance Professional
"I ended up landing a job in a profile I wanted by watching the recordings of these sessions. It gave me a good picture of FP&A and was very productive.I was able to get a good foundation on story-telling, business partnering and strategy. I also liked the real life experiences that we discussed during course."
Rushabh Mamania, Deputy Manager, Shemaroo Entertainment Ltd
"I would highly rate the curriculum. I especially liked the conceptual clarity along with the one-to-one doubt-solving sessions."
Parth Shingala, Finance Manager, Brand Folio Plus
"Thank you, Asif and Dhawal for your knowledge sharing, time and consideration. I really appreciate your efforts and look forward to gain more such quality knowledge in the future!"
Aditya Ladia, Plant Finance Head, Lenskart.com
I would highly rate the learning experience. Thankyou Dhawal and Asif for the deep insights, intense teaching and a superb curriculum!"
Mohd Sanaullah Sabri, Credit Manager, HDFC Bank, Lucknow
"The course provided a comprehensive learning experience. If I had to choose one aspect that I can immediately apply to my role, it would be the presentations and data storytelling. "I highly recommend this course for anyone looking to enhance their FP&A skills."
Muqthiyar Pasha,
Accounts Receivable Manager, Lenovo
"I was thoroughly impressed with the level of detail and explanation provided on each topic, including real life examples. Out of all the things I learned, the forecasting methods and different approaches stand out as something I can immediately apply in my role. Overall, a fantastic learning experience."
Subhrasandhya Mohapatra, Associate, Pricewaterhouse Coopers, Kolkata
"It provided a comprehensive and insightful learning experience. I feel much more equipped to succeed in my professional endeavors. Thank you for creating such a valuable program and giving me the opportunity to be a part of it."
Chandrakanth Ananthoju, Assistant Manager Global FP&A, Macromill Inc, Hyderabad
"The course content and the use of case studies were my favorite aspects of the program. I was particularly impressed with how I can apply the lessons on presentation and communication in my role. Overall, this was an incredibly valuable learning experience. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to improve their FP&A Skills"
Subhasis Mishra,
Business Management Specialist, Juniper Networks, Bengaluru
The course was well structured with a lot of case studies and practical examples.Overall course structure was pretty good.Mastermind calls are also one of the best part of this where different people from the industry joins with Asif and Dhawal to discuss various topics.
Bijay Saha,
Finance Manager, RNZ International FZE , Dubai (UAE)
"Dhawal Parvatikar and Asif Masani expertly guided us through the dynamic and evolving topics on FP&A. I highly recommend this course to FP&A aspirants, especially with Dhawal and Asif as your instructors."
Sachin Pai,
Project Financial Controller, Larsen & Toubro Infotech, Mumbai
"I want to extend my gratitude to Asif and Dhawal for their hard work in compiling such a comprehensive curriculum and delivering it so effectively. Their use of practical examples really helped me gain clarity on the material. Out of all the things I learned. The presentation techniques and interactive charting methods are some aspects I can immediately apply in my role. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to improve their FP&A skills and advance their career."
Shreepad Deshmukh, Assistant Manager, EY, Bengaluru
"One standout aspect for me was the emphasis on understanding the business reasons behind variances. This is a crucial aspect of financial analysis, and the insights I gained from this masterclass that I can apply in my role. I highly recommend this course to those who wish to learn about FP&A"
Ashish Mane, FP&A Head , Vistara India (ITCL Pvt Ltd)
"I had been searching for a comprehensive FP&A course to gain detailed insights about the field. As someone who had been working in Controller, FP&A was relatively new to me, but this course exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend this to anyone working in FP&A or those who intend to move into this field. It's been a great investment in my career development."
Anupam Kulkarni,
Financial Reporting & Analysis, Johnson & Johnson
I had been doing some basic FP&A work within my organization, but I knew I had much more to learn. That's when I stumbled upon Asif and Dhawal's live FP&A coaching program. The interactive sessions were exactly what I was looking for - practical and informative with plenty of opportunities to clear up any doubts. Thanks to their guidance, I feel much more confident in my FP&A skills and am excited to continue learning from them through their masterclass program. I highly recommend this coaching program to anyone looking to improve their FP&A abilities.
Vikas Sharma,
Associate Director - FP&A at Ephicacy
I can't express how grateful I am for the FP&A masterclass provided by Asif and Dhawal. When I started my FP&A role seven months ago, I had some experience with forecasting and budgeting, but felt like there was a lot I didn't know. Recently, I joined a new company where I would be working in a core FP&A role, and I knew I needed to expand my knowledge in areas like budgeting, storytelling, and management reporting. Thanks to this masterclass, I was able to achieve that and now feel confident in my new role. One of the best ideas I took away from the program was brainstorming, which I implemented with my team at my new company and it has made a significant impact. I highly recommend this masterclass to anyone looking to expand their FP&A knowledge and skills.
Akshat Mantri,
Chartered Accountant - Consultant, iOCFO Consulting Pvt. Ltd.
I have been working with SAP tools in my current organization, and luckily, I came across the FP&A Masterclass. I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the FP&A coaching program for the carefully crafted sessions on FP&A. The presentation and discussion on business partnership stood out to me as a major takeaway. The excellent examples provided for each concept made it easier for me to understand the various functions of FP&A and how they add value to businesses. Thanks to this program, I now have a clearer idea of how to deal with client requirements and provide effective consulting to explore various areas and functions. I highly recommend this program to anyone in the FP&A field looking to expand their knowledge and skills."
Prashant Parab,
Financial Planning and Analysis Manager, Tata Consultancy Services
With almost a decade of experience in FPA with IT and manufacturing companies, I was looking for new insights to sharpen my skills. One of my key takeaways was the importance of approaching every session with an open mind and coming away with a value-added point. I also appreciated the focus on data storytelling, which is a key skill in our field. The concept of finance business partnering was new to me but proved helpful and I gained valuable knowledge on how to improve cross-functional performance and apply it to my organization. Thanks to the FP&A Masterclass for a great learning experience.
Shreeya Limaye,
Deputy Manager - Audit and Assurance, Deloitte Haskins and Sells LLP
I come from an audit background and was looking to shift to an industry role, which is why I enrolled in the FP&A coaching program. The course has helped me develop a new mindset on how to share my insights with business leaders, which is a crucial skill for any industry role. Thanks to the masterclass, I was able to make the transition from auditor to industry support profile successfully. I particularly appreciated the focus on data visualization and storytelling, which were skills I was missing in my previous role but have now learned well. Overall, I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to advance their career in FP&A or transition to a new role in the industry.
Himanshu Arora,
Financial Analyst, Accountant senior, TSYS
I had been working in the accounting profile for the past 9 years when I made a switch to FP&A. It was a daunting change for me, but thanks to the live coaching program, my skills have been enhanced to new levels. The knowledge and practical examples shared during the sessions have given me a better understanding of the FP&A function. I am confident that the implementation of these learnings will surely help me reach new heights in my FPA career. Thank you to the coaching program for an amazing experience.
Muralidharan K, Senior Manager Finance Geekay Group
The course was well structured over 8 weeks and explanations were very detailed with lots of real life examples. There were opportunities for lots of interaction. The teachers were very knowledgeable .
Subha Rajeev,
Chartered Accountant. Global Finance, Budgeting & Forecasting
A well-structured course of 8 sessions, spread over 4 weekends, covering the significant aspects of Financial Planning and Analysis, with fluid, detailed explanations and real-life examples. The sessions were always refreshing, zestful, gratifyingly interactive, enriching and synergistic, betwixt comprehensive and excellent lecturing.While I’ve worked extensively on FP&A before, key takeaways for me were on how to mastermind proactive communications with the stakeholders to figure out solutions, in advance of the visualized complexities and tactical implementation strategies under various scenarios. Kudos for the wonderful work Dhaval and Asif!
Akintayo Sunmonu, FCA
Financial Analytics, FP&A
This journey has been truly eye-opening and insightful for me. As someone with a background in financial analytics, I already possessed strong skills in data modeling, which I considered a fundamental tool for my work. However, this program took my understanding to a whole new level.The coaching program taught me how to craft compelling narratives using data, making my reports more impactful and meaningful to stakeholders.Additionally, the program covered forecasting and budgeting in a way that I had not encountered before. While I had some base knowledge of these concepts, the coaching program showed me how to integrate them seamlessly into my work, leading to more accurate and strategic financial planning.
CMA Pankaj Singh,
Manager Holcim /Ex Amway/L&T/Singer Machine
I am incredibly grateful to both of you for the tremendously valuable live FP&A Coaching Program session. It was an absolute game-changer, especially the segment on stakeholder management, storytelling, and charts. These insights will undoubtedly prove invaluable as I transition into a FP&A role.One of the most significant takeaways from the program was the realization that it's crucial to go beyond a finance-centric mindset and consider the organization as a whole. Numbers alone don't always convey the complete story, and it's essential to understand that there are always two sides to any narrative. This newfound perspective will undoubtedly shape my approach and decision-making in the field of FP&A.
Sakshi Bairagii,
Chartered Accountant, Financial Analytics, Deutsche Bank
The live FP&A Coaching Program has been a game-changer for me. Starting with a mere 3/10 knowledge about FP&A, I couldn't believe the transformation after completing the masterclass. My confidence now stands at an impressive 9/10. The program emphasized the crucial importance of focusing on the business model, and that lesson alone has revolutionized my approach to financial planning and analysis.Moreover, the program provided me with a plethora of practical insights that I wasted no time in implementing into my professional life.I can't stress enough how amazing this live FP&A Coaching Program has been. The instructors were knowledgeable, engaging, and supportive, making the learning process enjoyable and rewarding. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to enhance their financial planning and analysis skills. It's been an invaluable investment, and I'm truly grateful for the experience.
Zaid Bin Geelani,
Financial Analyst, Howell Protection Systems India Pvt. Ltd.
I enrolled in the FP&A trainning as it was my dream to get into core FP&A and make my career in it. As there is no such course for FP&A or trainings online. Luckly i found Asif on Linkedin and got in touch with him. They provide practical industry knowledge skills from scratch, also the FP&A structure and teaching method was very intresting and intractive. They taught us how to build a budgeting and forecasting model and different types of analysis based on industries be it oil&gas, edtech company, service companies, any business model based. Also the story telling part, the challanges, roles and responsibilities, day to day activities in job, different reports of FP&A based on that they provided case studies where we were able to put our hands on experience and confidently crack the interview. Finally after completing the course i got selected in big 4 and now i feel confident because of the knowledge of overall FP&A department. BIG Thanks to Asif and Dhawal for making people's life easier and better. Where in this world no one has time to help you both are doing a great job. Hope to join your team one day.!! Love and Respect. 😊😊
Chaithra Raghavendra,
COE Lead - Manager Pretium Enterprise Services
While many courses make such claims, you guys truly delivered on that promise, and I couldn't be happier. The connection that Asif and Dhawal have established with each and every student is commendable, as it made it easy for us to reach out for support and guidance.The practical knowledge imparted throughout the program has been invaluable. It has made understanding the concepts effortless and practical application much easier. What sets this program apart is that it is not only cost-effective but also provides practical knowledge unlike other courses that charge exorbitant fees for theoretical information. I can confidently say that investing in this class was the best decision I made for my personal growth and development.
Vinayak Saxena ,
Financial Analyst, Arcesium (D.E. Shaw Group)
The best part of the program is that it lays a strong foundation. I now have the confidence that if I ever decide to upskill myself in the future, my fundamentals are solid and well-established. This assurance is invaluable, as it sets me on the right path for continuous growth and development.I want to express my sincere appreciation to Asif and Dhawal for their expertise and dedication. Their ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and understandable manner is truly commendable. This live FP&A Coaching Program has been a transformative experience, and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking to enhance their knowledge in this field.
Naveen George,
Senior Executive -Global Accounts at ECS Fin Inc.
I am thrilled to share my experience with the live FP&A coaching program! From the outset, my primary objective was to implement a robust finance process within my current company, and I can confidently say that this coaching program has exceeded all my expectations.Throughout the sessions, I gained invaluable insights and practical knowledge that proved to be incredibly beneficial for me and my professional growth.
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Shrinivas Shinde
Asif and Dhawal did a great job covering the course material. His personality was lively and encouraged engagement from all students. Overall, the course structure was excellent. Also, anyone who is unsure about their career path should take this course, which covers everything from the fundamentals to the advanced.One of the best things here is that after completing the course, a monthly mastermind class is available where different industry experts join Dhawal and Asif.
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Shivani Reddy
Truly one of the best channels related to FP&A on YouTube.The videos were immensely useful to me while preparing for the interviews…Thanks for such insightful content!
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Bassi
The Course is well structured and practically focused. It is delivered in easy to follow chunks with live support.7 Stars for the content and delivery.And another 7 Stars for both Asif and Dhawal.
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Anu Das
It's very helpful for the student, who confused about their career, thank you so much sir for helping us
Why should Accountants learn about FP&A?
Accountants can unlock greater career opportunities by mastering Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) alongside accounting. The synergy of both disciplines ensures accountants stand out, opening doors to the most promising prospects in the finance industry.
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FP&A Interview Preparation Secrets
Step by Step Interview Preparation guide with templates and frameworks
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FP&A Power Resume Blueprint
Step by Step Resume Preparation guide with best practices, Dos and Don'ts
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Join us Live once a month to ask your doubts and questions and plus get Full Access to Recordings of the monthly Mastermind Calls.
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Your Trainer Bio - CA Asif Masani
Asif Masani is an FP&A professional with 12+ years of Finance and FP&A experience. He has worked across the banking, pharma and Edtech industries with organizations like EY, Citibank and Pfizer. Presently, he leads the FP&A function for APAC and India at Coursera. He is a Chartered Accountant by qualification with a flair for driving strategy, decision-making and value creation for organizations.
Asif is one of the leading thought leaders in the field of FP&A, Strategy and leadership. He is a regular contributor at FP&A Trends and FP&A Professionals. His goal is to help 1 million students, professionals and executives develop essential FP&A skills.