AI in Financial Analysis & ForecastingArtificial Intelligence (AI)

In any city around the world 00447455203759 Course Code: AI/2025/1004

Course Description

Introduction

AI is transforming financial analysis by enabling predictive forecasting, real-time insights, and smarter decision-making. This course teaches finance professionals how to leverage AI tools for improved financial performance.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

·        Understand AI applications in financial planning & analysis.

·        Use AI for forecasting revenue, expenses, and cash flow.

·        Learn predictive modeling and scenario planning with AI.

·        Apply AI dashboards for real-time decision-making.

Target Audience

This course is designed for:

·        Financial analysts

·        Accountants

·        Business finance managers

·        CFOs and finance executives

Course Outlines

Day 1: AI in Financial Analysis

·        Overview of AI in finance & accounting

·        AI vs. traditional financial modeling methods

·        Tools: Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, IBM Planning Analytics

·        Benefits and challenges of AI-driven finance

·        Discussion: Where AI fits in financial decision-making

Day 2: AI Forecasting Techniques

·        Predictive analytics in finance

·        Time-series forecasting with AI tools

·        Scenario planning with machine learning

·        Case study: AI in financial forecasting

·        Workshop: Create an AI-based revenue forecast

Day 3: AI in Cash Flow & Expense Forecasting

·        AI in cash flow prediction models

·        Automating expense tracking with AI

·        Forecasting capital requirements

·        Practical demo: AI-driven cash flow dashboard

·        Exercise: Build an expense forecast model with AI

Day 4: Risk & Sensitivity Analysis with AI

·        Using AI for stress testing financial models

·        Sensitivity analysis with predictive algorithms

·        Identifying financial risks with AI insights

·        Case study: AI for risk management in finance

·        Workshop: Simulate financial risks with AI

Day 5: Future of AI in Financial Planning

·        Role of AI in FP&A departments

·        Ethical implications of AI in finance

·        Skills finance leaders need in AI-driven environments

·        Group project: Build an AI-enhanced financial forecast

·        Wrap-up & certification