Feasibility Studies: Preparation, Analysis & Evaluation
Picking Winning Business Ideas
Course Overview
The Feasibility Studies: Preparation, Analysis & Evaluation Training Course offered by HighPoint Center is a professionally structured and practice-oriented program designed to support organizations and professionals in making sound, evidence-based investment and project decisions. Given that only a limited proportion of business ideas ultimately prove commercially and operationally viable, the ability to assess feasibility at an early stage is critical to avoiding unnecessary costs, inefficiencies, and strategic misalignment.
This training course equips participants with the capability to systematically evaluate technical, commercial, financial, and organizational feasibility, ensuring that only well-founded and value-adding initiatives proceed to implementation. By strengthening analytical rigor and decision-making discipline, the course enables professionals to identify risks, constraints, and opportunities that directly influence long-term project success and organizational sustainability.
In addition, the course places strong emphasis on communicating feasibility outcomes effectively to senior management and key stakeholders. Participants will learn how to structure, prepare, and present professional feasibility study reports that clearly articulate assumptions, risks, costs, benefits, and expected returns. Whether assessing infrastructure projects, digital transformation initiatives, new products or services, or new business ventures, this program provides the tools required to support confident, defensible, and strategic investment decisions.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the critical role of feasibility studies in project and investment success
- Apply a structured and systematic approach to feasibility preparation and analysis
- Evaluate technical, commercial, organizational, and financial feasibility effectively
- Engage and align key stakeholders throughout the feasibility study process
- Prepare, articulate, and present comprehensive feasibility studies to support informed decision-making
Course Audience
This training course is suitable for professionals involved in planning, evaluating, approving, or reviewing new initiatives and investment proposals. It is relevant both for individuals new to feasibility studies and for experienced managers who assess feasibility reports as part of strategic decision-making.
The course is particularly beneficial for:
- Project Managers and Project Planners
- Managers responsible for launching new products or services
- Senior operations and business managers
- Professionals involved in developing new business ventures
- Individuals contributing to large projects, IT systems, or infrastructure developments
Course Methodology
The Feasibility Studies: Preparation, Analysis & Evaluation Training Course is delivered using a balanced mix of interactive and practical learning techniques designed to enhance understanding, engagement, and retention.
The training approach includes:
- Facilitated discussions and focused presentations
- Practical exercises and structured group work
- Case studies drawn from participants’ organizations and industries
- Relevant videos and interactive learning activities
- Simulated business environments for pitching feasibility outcomes
This dynamic methodology ensures that participants can directly apply newly acquired knowledge and confidently conduct and present feasibility studies in real-world settings.
Course Outline
Day One: Introduction to Feasibility Studies
- Purpose and importance of feasibility studies
- Definitions, principles, and core concepts
- Feasibility study components and process
- Technical feasibility assessment
- Commercial feasibility assessment
- Organizational feasibility: people, capabilities, and resources
Day Two: Financial Feasibility
- Financial feasibility: costs, returns, and value creation
- Cost classification and estimation techniques
- Non-discounting and discounting evaluation methods
- Preparing a capital expenditure plan
- Cash flow forecasting
- Estimating total investment requirements
Day Three: Project Options and Risk Assessment
- Defining project requirements
- Options analysis and evaluation
- Option generation and selection techniques
- Risk management processes and applications
- Quantitative risk analysis
- Risk response planning
Day Four: Gaining Buy-In and Project Planning
- Key components of a feasibility report
- Developing and structuring the feasibility report
- Project planning fundamentals
- Critical Path Analysis (CPA)
- Preparing an effective business plan
- Pitching feasibility outcomes – “The Dragon’s Den” simulation
- Case study analysis
Day Five: Presenting the Business Case
- Principles of engaging and persuasive communication
- Multiple intelligences and learning styles
- The learning cycle and continuous improvement
- Lessons learned and personal action planning
- Pitching a business idea
- Simulation and role-play exercises
Certificates
Participants who attend and successfully complete the training course will be awarded a HighPoint Center Certificate of Completion.