Public Financial Management & Budgeting

The UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Budgeting Training Course

Introduction

The UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Budgeting Training Course is designed to empower policymakers, financial managers, development practitioners, and stakeholders with the knowledge and skills needed to integrate the SDGs into national and subnational budgets. With a strong focus on sustainable financing, inclusive budgeting, fiscal policy reforms, and resource allocation, this course ensures that financial planning aligns with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. It emphasizes results-based budgeting, transparency, accountability, and evidence-based decision-making to drive impact and measurable progress.

Through interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and practical simulations, participants will explore SDG financing frameworks, multi-stakeholder partnerships, and public financial management strategies. This training highlights the role of fiscal governance, innovative financing mechanisms, and performance monitoring in ensuring that budgets are effectively aligned with SDG targets. By equipping participants with advanced skills in budget analysis, expenditure tracking, and sustainable policy integration, the course supports governments, NGOs, and development institutions in achieving fiscal sustainability and inclusive growth.

Programme Curriculum

The UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Budgeting Training Course

Introduction

Course Objectives

Strengthen skills in SDG budgeting and financial alignment.
Apply results-based budgeting for sustainable development.
Enhance fiscal transparency and accountability mechanisms.
Integrate climate financing and green budgeting into fiscal planning.
Develop strategies for inclusive and participatory budgeting.
Improve resource mobilization and revenue generation.
Strengthen public expenditure management aligned with SDGs.
Promote equity-focused budgeting to reduce inequalities.
Enhance data-driven budget monitoring and evaluation.
Leverage digital tools for fiscal governance and transparency.
Design multi-stakeholder financing partnerships for SDGs.
Build capacity in policy coherence and fiscal reforms.
Advance fiscal sustainability through innovative financing models.

Target Audience

Government policymakers and budget officers
Public financial management professionals
Development economists and planners
NGO and civil society leaders
Donor and funding agency representatives
SDG and sustainability consultants
University researchers and academics
Private sector stakeholders in development finance

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to SDG Budgeting

Understanding SDG integration in budgeting processes
Importance of aligning fiscal policy with the 2030 Agenda
Tools for results-based budgeting and monitoring
Global best practices in SDG financing
Challenges in implementation and fiscal gaps
Case Study: Rwanda SDG-aligned national budget

Module 2: Fiscal Transparency and Accountability

Principles of open budgeting and financial governance
Mechanisms for expenditure tracking and monitoring
Strengthening accountability through audit reforms
Role of civil society in fiscal transparency
Open data and budget reporting tools
Case Study: Mexico fiscal transparency initiatives

Module 3: Inclusive and Participatory Budgeting

Frameworks for citizen engagement in budgeting
Gender-responsive and equity-focused budgeting
Building inclusive fiscal policies for marginalized groups
Tools for participatory planning and monitoring
Policy impact on poverty reduction and social protection
Case Study: Brazil participatory budgeting model

Module 4: Climate Financing and Green Budgeting

Integrating climate finance into national budgets
Green fiscal policies for environmental sustainability
Tools for assessing climate-related expenditures
Linking SDGs with Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)
Financing renewable energy and adaptation programs
Case Study: Bangladesh climate budget tagging system

Module 5: Public Expenditure Management

Budget execution and expenditure control
Medium-term expenditure frameworks (MTEF)
Strengthening performance-based expenditure tracking
Efficiency and effectiveness in fiscal spending
Role of digital tools in expenditure monitoring
Case Study: South Africa expenditure management reforms

Module 6: Resource Mobilization and Revenue Generation

Domestic resource mobilization strategies
Tax reforms and SDG financing
Leveraging public-private partnerships (PPPs)
Innovative financing mechanisms (bonds, blended finance)
International donor alignment with SDGs
Case Study: Kenya revenue mobilization for SDGs

Module 7: Policy Coherence and Fiscal Reform

Linking fiscal policy with national development strategies
Coherence between SDG goals and budget priorities
Institutional reforms for better fiscal governance
Cross-sectoral budgeting approaches
Legal and regulatory frameworks for SDG financing
Case Study: Finland integrated policy and budgeting model

Module 8: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

Tools for monitoring SDG-linked budget performance
Using data for evidence-based decision-making
Indicators for measuring progress towards SDGs
Reporting frameworks for stakeholders and donors
Role of digital platforms in evaluation and reporting
Case Study: India SDG dashboard and fiscal reporting system

Training Methodology

Interactive lectures with expert trainers
Hands-on workshops and group discussions
Practical exercises using real-life budget data
Country-specific and global case study analysis
Role-play and simulation of SDG budgeting scenarios
Digital tools and dashboards for monitoring and reporting

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 19 2026

19 Oct — 23 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000