About the course
Financial Planning and Budgeting is a key module in the Hydropower O&M Essentials Training Program. Designed for operators, maintainers, engineers, and asset managers, this course provides practical insights into developing operating and capital budgets that align with plant performance goals. You’ll learn how to build a CAPEX plan, prepare business cases that resonate with financial teams, and link technical decisions with long-term financial planning. Through real-world examples and simplified concepts, the course helps bridge the gap between operations and finance—empowering you to make data-driven investment decisions, reduce costs, and improve reliability across your hydropower assets. No prior financial background is required—just curiosity and a commitment to running efficient, well-planned operations.
What people are saying about Hydropower O&M Essentials Training Program
We stand behind our training. If you’re not completely satisfied with the Hydropower O&M Essentials Course, we’ll refund your money — simple as that.
“The training exceeded our expectations, providing both strategic insights and practical tools to tackle operational challenges. We are confident this will drive sustainable improvements in our projects.” (Pek Global)
DÉVELOPPEMENT PEK (PEK GLOBAL), CANADA
“I really enjoyed the Hydropower O&M Essentials Training Program. The course ramped up perfectly — starting from the fundamentals in Hydro 101 and progressing into more advanced topics like Maintenance Strategies, Data Management, Budgeting, and Asset Management. I found it to be the right balance of technical and practical content, making it an excellent program for both management and site operators. It truly brings everyone together with a common language.”
Manager, Generation Operations - Peterborough Utilities Inc. Ontario, Canada
It was a pleasure to join the Hydropower O&M Essentials Training Program. The course content was practical and well-delivered — especially the Maintenance Strategy and Planning modules, which I found extremely useful. It’s a program I found valuable and would recommend to our operators, maintainers, and engineers. Looking forward to future sessions
Manager, Western Operations – FirstLight Power, Ontario, Canada
“A great course — informative, relevant, and well-presented. I’d be happy to recommend it to others in the hydropower industry.”
Director of Business Development & Energy Projects – Pic River First Nation, Ontario, Canada
Sunbird Power Academy
At Sunbird Power Academy, we empower professionals in the hydropower and renewable energy sector with the knowledge and skills needed for effective asset management and operations. Our tailored online, self-paced training programs — including Hydropower O&M Essentials and Advanced Asset Management — are designed for operators, maintainers, engineers, and management teams. Each course addresses the real-world challenges of running renewable energy assets, helping teams improve performance, reliability, and long-term value.
Curriculum
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Financial Planning & Budgeting Module - Hydropower O&M Essentials Training Program
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Before We Begin
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Introduction and Agenda
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Operating Costs (OPEX and CAPEX)
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CAPEX Planning
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CAPEX Business Case and Project Execution
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Annual Operating Plan
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Repair Vs. Replace Decision
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Final Remarks
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Knowledge Test
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Survey: Please provide your review of this module
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This module is part of the full Hydropower O&M Essentials Training Program, which includes six modules designed to build your knowledge step by step.
This program is designed by operators, for operators, maintainers, managers, and engineers. We look forward to having you in the course and helping you strengthen and refresh your skills in hydropower O&M.
$300.00