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Introduction to Building Strong Business Cases

Find out how to design persuasive, evidence-based business proposals.

Event Information

Event Date 03-10-2025 9:00 am
Price £75.00
Delivered By Mia Kenna
Location Online
Categories Leadership, Business Development
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In an increasingly resource-conscious educational environment, the ability to craft compelling business cases is essential. This introductory session empowers school and MAT business leaders with the skills to design persuasive, evidence-based proposals that align with strategic goals and stakeholder priorities. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls and drive successful decision-making through robust business case development.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify and apply the key components of an effective business case
  • Align business cases with wider strategic aims and stakeholder interests
  • Utilise practical methods to build evidence-based, persuasive proposals
  • Recognise common errors in business case development and strategies to avoid them

Course Outline

  • Introduction to business cases and their importance in the education sector
  • Key components of a strong business case
  • Strategic alignment and linking proposals with school/MAT objectives
  • Building a persuasive business case
  • Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
  • Interactive workshop - drafting your own business case

Course Programme

  • 9:00 - 9:05 AM: Welcome & objectives
  • 9:05 - 9:15 AM: What makes a strong business case?
  • 9:15 - 9:25 AM: Strategic alignment & stakeholder focus
  • 9:25 - 9:35 AM: Building persuasive, evidence-based proposals
  • 9:35 - 9:45 AM: Common pitfalls & how to avoid them
  • 9:45 - 10:00 AM - Mini workshop & Q+A

Meet Your Trainer!

An experienced public sector and education leader, Gareth has over 20 years’ senior leadership experience as CEO, COO, and CFO across UK and international settings. A qualified accountant and NPQEL graduate, specialising in finance, operations, risk, and strategic planning. With extensive knowledge across all education phases—including early years, primary, secondary, post-16, and SEN—Gareth has led large-scale transformation and governance projects. Passionate about empowering school business leaders to grow their knowledge, confidence, and impact.

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Speakers

Gareth Preen

CFO & Experienced Education Leader

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