Government Budgeting, Revenue Mobilization, Collection and Public Expenditure Management Training

The programme

Programme overview

The Government Budgeting, Revenue Mobilization, Collection and Management programme is designed to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge of public financial management principles, systems, and best practices, with a strong focus on government budgeting and expenditure management.

This Government Budgeting, Revenue Mobilization, Collection and Public Expenditure Management Training provides practical insight into how governments align policy priorities with planning, budgeting, revenue management, and resource allocation across the public financial management cycle. Participants will develop a clear understanding of the integration between fiscal policy, revenue mobilisation, budgeting frameworks, and the implementation of Medium-Term Expenditure Frameworks (MTEF) and Public Investment Programmes (PIPs).

The programme further examines legislative appropriations and vote allocations, the fiscal implications of government programmes and activities, expenditure control systems, budget documentation and approval processes, and the legal and institutional frameworks that govern public sector financial management. Emphasis is placed on strengthening accountability, fiscal discipline, and efficient use of public resources.

Who should attend

Who is this programme for?

This Government Budgeting, Revenue Mobilization, Collection and Public Expenditure Management programme is designed for:

• Ministry of Finance officials
• Budget and Treasury officials
• Revenue Authority officials
• Management Accountants in the public sector
• Internal and External Auditors
• Public Sector Financial Managers
• Government Planning and Policy Officers
• Public Investment and Infrastructure Programme Managers

Learning outcomes

What you will learn

By the end of the Government Budgeting, Revenue Mobilization, Collection and Public Expenditure Management programme, participants will be able to:

• Understand key principles and concepts of public expenditure management
• Identify and address challenges that lead to weak budgeting outcomes
• Apply budget classification, presentation, and programme-based budgeting approaches
• Implement rolling budgets, multi-year budgeting, and investment programming
• Understand government debt management objectives and arrears management strategies
• Design payment systems, foreign exchange management, and debt risk mitigation strategies
• Strengthen cash flow management and public financial planning processes
• Collaborate effectively with central banks on fiscal and monetary coordination
• Understand treasury operations, liquidity management, and public asset management

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Detailed programme outline

Module 1: Foundations of Public Financial Management

• Public Financial Management (PFM) framework and governance
• Fiscal policy and macroeconomic context
• Budget cycle and resource management systems

Module 2: Government Budgeting Systems and Frameworks

• Principles of government budgeting
• Policy–Planning–Budget linkage
• Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF)
• Programme-Based Budgeting (PBB)

Module 3: Revenue Mobilization and Collection Management

• Revenue policy and fiscal sustainability
• Tax and non-tax revenue systems
• Revenue forecasting and performance monitoring
• Revenue administration and compliance management

Module 4: Public Expenditure Planning and Control

• Expenditure planning frameworks
• Budget allocation and vote structures
• Legislative appropriations and authorisation processes
• Commitment controls and expenditure ceilings

Module 5: Budget Classification and Documentation

• Administrative, economic, functional and programme classifications
• Budget transparency and reporting standards
• Budget documentation and approval processes

Module 6: Public Investment and Capital Programme Management

• Public Investment Programmes (PIPs)
• Project appraisal and prioritisation
• Capital budgeting and infrastructure financing

Module 7: Cash, Treasury and Liquidity Management

• Government cash management systems
• Treasury Single Account (TSA) operations
• Liquidity forecasting and working capital management

Module 8: Government Debt and Arrears Management

• Public debt sustainability
• Domestic and external borrowing frameworks
• Debt risk management and cost strategies
• Arrears prevention and clearance strategies

Module 9: Payments, Forex and Financial Operations

• Government payment systems
• Foreign exchange management in public finance
• Financial operations and fiscal reporting

Module 10: Institutional, Legal and Accountability Frameworks

• Legal frameworks for public finance
• Roles and responsibilities within the executive
• Fiscal oversight institutions
• Audit, compliance and accountability mechanisms

Learning approach

How you will learn

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

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Dates, duration & arrangements

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