Feasibility Studies - Evaluation, Preparation and Analysis

This essential DIXONTECH training course equips participants with the analytical and practical skills to prepare, evaluate, and analyze feasibility studies for investment and development projects. It covers financial, economic, technical, and risk assessment frameworks to ensure that business initiatives are viable and sustainable. Participants will learn to apply best practices in feasibility evaluation and develop detailed feasibility reports that support strategic decision-making.

TRAINING TOPICS

• Principles and Objectives of Feasibility Studies
• Project Evaluation Frameworks and Criteria
• Data Collection and Market Research Techniques
• Financial and Economic Feasibility Analysis
• Technical and Operational Feasibility Assessment
• Risk Identification and Sensitivity Analysis
• Cost Estimation and Revenue Forecasting
• Investment Appraisal and Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Methods
• Report Structuring and Decision Presentation
• Case Studies: Feasibility Study Evaluation Across Industries

BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING COURSE, DELEGATES WILL BE ABLE TO:

• Conduct feasibility analysis using financial and technical data
• Assess project risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Evaluate project alternatives and performance indicators
• Apply discounted cash flow and NPV/IRR models
• Develop professional feasibility reports and presentations
• Support investment committees with sound feasibility insights
• Align feasibility studies with organizational goals

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO:

• Financial and investment analysts
• Project managers and planners
• Business development officers
• Economic and policy analysts
• Strategic planning professionals
• Consultants and feasibility specialists

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

This course uses interactive lectures, group exercises, and real-life case studies. Participants will engage in feasibility analysis simulations using Excel-based models, perform project evaluations, and develop structured feasibility reports. The approach ensures practical understanding and application to real-world investment decisions.

DAY 1

Introduction to Feasibility Studies and Project Evaluation

• Define feasibility studies and their importance in decision-making
• Understand the stages of feasibility assessment
• Identify key components of a feasibility report
• Review the feasibility study process flow
• Discuss global standards and best practices
• Case study: Overview of a successful feasibility project

DAY 2

Market Research and Data Collection for Feasibility Analysis

• Conduct market demand and supply analysis
• Evaluate industry structure and competitive landscape
• Use quantitative and qualitative research tools
• Interpret demographic and economic indicators
• Estimate market size and potential revenue streams
• Workshop: Building a market feasibility framework

DAY 3

Financial and Economic Feasibility Analysis

• Perform cost estimation and investment planning
• Develop financial projections and cash flow models
• Apply NPV, IRR, and payback period calculations
• Conduct sensitivity and scenario analysis
• Evaluate project profitability and funding structures
• Exercise: Building an Excel-based financial feasibility model

DAY 4

Technical, Operational, and Risk Assessment

• Evaluate technical feasibility and resource requirements
• Analyze location, capacity, and technology factors
• Identify operational challenges and cost drivers
• Perform risk assessment and mitigation planning
• Integrate environmental and regulatory factors
• Workshop: Risk mapping and contingency planning

DAY 5

Feasibility Report Preparation and Decision Presentation

• Structure and format a comprehensive feasibility report
• Integrate financial, market, and technical data
• Prepare executive summaries and recommendations
• Develop visuals and charts for board presentations
• Review real-world feasibility study examples
• Capstone: Present a full feasibility report and decision brief