Christian Wattig

The Art & Science of Forecasting

Create forecasts and budgets that take your Finance career to
the next level. This is a self-paced course with 45 video lessons, real-life case studies, and exercises.

Learn the T.A.C.T. framework to improve your forecast accuracy, navigate budgeting with ease, and have more impact as a finance professional.

Imagine yourself as the finance pro whose forecasts are awaited with bated
breath, because they steer the company towards unprecedented growth.

You don't have time to sift through endless, mediocre educational content. You want strategies that are battle-tested, efficient, and—most importantly—effective.

The T.A.C.T. Forecasting Framework

Tactical Planning

Create budgets that stay useful even when the business environment changes.

Actionable Metrics

Select Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that support decision-making.

Competitive Forecasts

Use advanced techniques
in parallel to optimize for accuracy.

Trusted Reporting

Show insights that directly
impact your company’s growth.

Why Learn From Me?

I bring over a decade of hands-on FP&A leadership experience with process-oriented
companies like P&G, Unilever, and Squarespace to the table.

The Art & Science of Forecasting is based on FP&A techniques used at:

“Great approaches to both the planning and forecasting process that
I can take back to my company.”

Tom I. - VP of Finance at Sling shot Aerospace

Who the Forecasting Course is for

Finance & Accounting professionals who are new to forecasting and budgeting and want practical advice instead of empty theory.

Experienced Finance Managers who want to learn new approaches that have been working well for other FP&A Managers.

Founders and business leaders who want to establish a forecasting practice without having to go through a long iteration process to get it right.

Ready to Elevate Your Finance Game? Start Now.

“Even if you aren’t in FP&A, getting a baseline for the forecasting process
will help in other parts of the business. Having more people understand
the forecasting and planning processes will help everyone make better-
informed decisions. And this class will certainly help with that.”

Dan D. - Financial Analyst at Perform CB

The accounting and advisory firm Wiss & Company enrolled 22 team members in "The Art & Science
of Forecasting". Here is their feedback about the program.

What’s inside The Art & Science of Forecasting

Module 1: Tactical Planning

The 4 Step Framework for Leading the Annual Planning Process

  • Create a budget that stays relevant even in volatile business environments.

  • Involve the cross-functional team effectively and get actionable insights and accountability.

  • Learn to ask the right questions to challenge budget owners professionally.

Module 2: Actionable Metrics

Select the metrics that tell the story of your business

  • Apply my 2-part framework for selecting metrics that matter for your business and industry.

  • Discover the leading indicators that help you become more forward-looking.

  • Understand the most critical financial and SaaS ratios.

Module 3: Competitive Forecasting

Forecasting techniques that result in accurate and actionable insights.

  • Master four forecasting techniques to accurately project revenue and expenses.

  • Learn Scenario Planning to improve the quality of your company’s strategic decision-making.

  • Learn how to confidently navigate volatile environments and deal with uncertainty in your projections.

Module 4: Trusted Reporting

Mitigate risks and capture
opportunities

  • Learn how to analyze variances between forecast and actuals effectively.

  • Implement governance processes to hold people accountable without policing.

  • Report your insights so that leaders put your recommendations into action.

Here’s what you get if you enroll during this limited time period

  • The entire 4-step framework for managing the annual planning process effectively

  • Step-by-step video instructions for mastering four techniques to easily forecast expenses and revenues. With real-life examples!

  • A guide for selecting the right metrics to forecast and track that works in any industry.

  • Practical approaches for getting the most out of variance analysis and reporting the insights efficiently.

Plus you’ll get these bonuses to help you get
even more value from your forecasts:

Bonus 1

Fundamentals of AI-based Machine Learning Modeling

(a $ 97 value)

  • Learn how machine learning can improve your forecast
    accuracy and save time.

  • Understand the five fundamental Machine learning concepts
    you need to know before getting started.

  • Master key terminology you need when working with Data
    Scientists.

Bonus 2

Create Headcount forecasts effortlessly

(a $ 97 value)

  • Learn how to best collect inputs from HR and business
    teams

  • Turn headcount information into salary and benefit
    projections.

  • Master key terminology you need when working with Data
    Scientists.

Bonus 3

Cash Flow Forecasting Fundamentals

(a $ 97 value)

  • Model your cash flows bottom-up using the direct
    method.

  • Create a top-down model with the indirect
    method.

  • Learn how combining both methods increases
    accuracy.

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    When you add it all up, that’s a total real-world value of $ 1,088

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    “The most important thing I took away from the course was how to
    engage stakeholders in the planning process. Often we get lost in the
    data and financials without understanding how to engage other
    departments. This allows finance to add value across an organization.”

    Ryan S. - VP of Finance at M9 Solutions

    Plus you’ll be backed by a 30- day “try it, test it, apply it”
    money back guarantee

    If you’re on the fence… Or if other trainings have left you skeptical… Then I want to give you EVERY opportunity to put The Art & Science of Forecasting into action and experience how easy and exciting it can actually be to uncover insights with your forecasting and budget processes.

That’s why I’m giving you a full MONTH to go through the training, keep up with the lessons, implement the systems, and hit PLAY on your list building machine.

If you decide the course didn’t deliver on its promise for any reason, email support@fpaprep.com and submit your refund request within 30 days of your purchase to get a refund. All we'll ask is that you show us that you completed Modules 1-3 of the course

    So... any questions? Here is what fellow forecasters have asked
    before clicking enroll.

    • I created the course specifically for finance & accounting professionals who are new to forecasting and experienced finance managers looking for best practices. Founders and business leaders also benefit from the practical advice included throughout the course.

    • Each lesson is delivered via a short and concise video lesson so that you can get the insights in an engaging way. There are also supplemental summaries and hands-on exercise files you can download.

    • I'd like you to get as much value from this course as possible. Ideally, you can use the material throughout your entire forecasting career. You will have lifetime access to the content. Revisit it any time you want a refresher.

    • Yes! Once you complete all lessons, you will immediately receive a digital certificate via email.

    • We start with the basics of forecasting and planning before going into advanced topics, so all skill levels benefit from the course. Microsoft Excel is used for the exercises, so it would be helpful if you had basic experience with Excel.

    • FP&A Bootcamp, my live online course, has a workshop dedicated to forecasting and planning. 24% of the content in "The Art & Science of Forecasting" (this course) is covered in FP&A Bootcamp. If you'd like to know exactly what's new content and what's covered in FP&A Bootcamp, please email support@fpaprep.com.

    • Your satisfaction is my #1 goal, and I want the decision to take The Art & Science of Forecasting to be 100% risk-free so you can focus on learning. If you decide the course didn’t deliver on its promise for any reason, email support@fpaprep.com and submit your refund request within 30 days of your purchase to get a refund. All we'll ask is that you show us that you completed Modules 1-3 of the course.

    • That depends on how long you need for the exercises and if you watch the videos at a faster speed (recommended). Most students will take between 4 and 6 hours to complete the course.

    • If you have any questions about the course, please don't hesitate to email support@fpaprep.com.

    Ready to take your forecasting and
    budgeting skills to the next level?

    Now is the time.