Training can be integrated into a wider package of work delivered by Beacon Partnership. This could include training on how to create and interpret financial appraisals as part of training on the use of Optimix or to help embed new policies and procedures developed by Beacon Partnership.
In addition to the specific training provided for the use of Optimix, we can provide training on a variety of topics, including:
- The development process
- How to carry out financial appraisals of a development scheme
- The factors underpinning financial viability
Free training events
Optimix – Basic Introduction
Optimix – Intermediate
Optimix – Consolidator
Introduction to Excel (Basic)
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Building a Rented Viability Model
Building a Shared Ownership Viability Model
Feedback and testimonials from previous training sessions
“I really liked the pace of it. I also liked building an appraisal from scratch rather than just inputting figures into existing fields that already have been pre-formatted. I also liked the market evidence and insights on common assumptions and operating parameters that Steve brought to the training.
Nick Enge, Homes England
“The Optimix tool is more logical and user friendly than other appraisal systems and Steve delivered training really well and pace was good. Plus he clearly knows it inside out.
Peter Blake, Head of Regeneration, One Housing Group
“I enjoyed the detailed explanation of each element of the model as it was being built. Steve was really helpful in explaining the interrelationship between elements also.
Lauren Sinclair, Interim Programme Manager, London Borough of Haringey
“I felt the length of the presentation was appropriate and effectively demonstrated modelling the viability of a scheme from beginning through to the end.
Abdi Rahman, Project Manager – Strategic Partnerships, L&Q
“Covered all the basics. Having Steve present and Vince assist worked well. The anecdotal info was helpful.
Steve Connor, Phoenix Community Housing