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Distance learning course Controlling

From the basics to strategies and methods to implementation in practice

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This distance learning course is held in German.

Our distance learning course teaches you the most important principles and methods of modern controlling. You will learn about the importance of controlling as an integrated management process in the company, be able to apply controlling instruments in operational practice and find out how to carry out tailor-made analyses and effectively communicate and present your results. With our flexible learning concept consisting of varied learning units and practical tasks, you will become a competent controller and provide management with valuable guidance for decision-making. You will receive a certificate of attendance as proof of your newly acquired knowledge.

The distance learning course "Controlling" has been tested and approved by the State Central Agency for Distance Learning (ZFU) in Cologne under the number 7383421.

Technical management

Manfred Grotheer has designed this distance learning course for you. It teaches you everything you need to know as a professional controller in a compact and practical format.

Module

Controlling as a management process

Author: Manfred Grotheer

Controlling and management by objectives.
Task and role of controlling.
Integrated controlling: from mission statement to cost center.
Control variables for improving the company's results.
Center concepts and the purpose of a center organization.

Module

Bookkeeping in the accounting system

Authors: Danuta Ratasiewicz , Dr. Peter Klocke

Building blocks of accounting.
Interfaces between external and internal accounting.
Planning calculation and statistics.
Principles of proper bookkeeping and accounting (GoB).
Important legal standards.
Balance sheet and income statement accounts.

Module

Cost and activity accounting

Author: Prof. Dr. Sven Fischbach

Basics of cost and activity accounting and definition of cost concepts.
Cost accounting subsystems: cost element, cost center and cost unit accounting.
Full and partial cost accounting.
Flexible standard costing.
Multi-level contribution margin accounting.
Target costing, life cycle costing, activity-based costing.

Module

Strategy and corporate planning

Author: Prof. Dr. Andreas Klein

The nature of strategic controlling.
Phase I: Target formation.
Phase II: Strategic analysis and forecast.
Phase III: Strategy formulation.
Phase IV: Strategy implementation.

Module

Investment and financing

Author: Prof. Dr. Helmut Geyer

Plan and evaluate investments.
Investment stumbling blocks.
Investment analysis: the asset structure.
Types of financing and financial planning.
Financial analysis: the capital structure.
Liquidity analysis: connection between investment and financing.

Module

Reporting I: Modern management reports

Author: Heinz-Josef Botthof

Controlling and information.
Requirements for management reporting, reporting information.
Preparation of a report and communication of reports.
Computer-aided controlling.
Designing the content of management reports.

Module

Reporting II: So that reports report something

Author: Heinz-Josef Botthof

The aim of the report as a key success factor.
Complete and clear annual reports - but how?
Structure and realize tables and diagrams.
Present - communicate - convince.
Graphs and charts: A comparison of pros and cons.
Learning behavior: the four comprehension makers.

Module

IFRS in controlling

Author: Prof. Dr. Gerald Preißler

Repositioning of controlling through IFRS.
IFRS know-how and differences to HGB accounting.
The management approach.
Fair value accounting, asset/liability approach, balance sheet orientation.
Opportunity for Controller Excellence: Special topics and case studies.

Module

Presentation and moderation for controllers

Author: Heinz-Josef Botthof

Presentation tasks in controlling.
The successful presentation: planning, preparation, implementation, follow-up.
Dealing with disruptions and special features.
Important aspects of controlling presentations.
Achieve targeted results through moderation techniques.
Budget discussions and planning rounds.
Moderation tools and methods.

Module

Project controlling

Author: Thorsten Reichert

Project organization as a prerequisite for effective project controlling.
Project evaluation and monitoring cycle.
Tasks and instruments of project controlling.
Project reporting.
Finish projects correctly and evaluate them in a targeted manner.

Specialization module

Sustainability measurement & controlling

Author: Prof. Dr. Ursula Binder

Optional specialization module:

Transformation of the value creation logic - value orientation should once again have something to do with values.
From strategy to the holistic anchoring of sustainability in companies.
KPIs for measuring sustainability.
The successful management of sustainability-oriented decisions.
Sustainability as a driver of corporate success and structural change.
Portfolio and scenario techniques.

Online seminars

Deepen your knowledge with our experts

Optional training training: In-depth module "Cost and activity accounting"

Optional training training: In-depth module "Strategy and corporate planning"

Optional training training: In-depth module "IFRS in Controlling"

Optional training training: In-depth module "Project controlling"

Additional content

Benefit from additional content

E-Learning: Basic knowledge of controlling
Video: Agile controlling
Specialist database: Haufe Controlling Office (free for 6 months)
Online controlling dictionary

E-test

You can complete the course with an e-exam. The prerequisite for this is completion of the"Distance Learning Controlling" course as well as participation in the "Controlling Express" online training course and a further optional seminar. If you book the distance learning course, the seminars and the exam at the same time, you will receive a 15% discount. Further information can be found at "Distance learning course certified controller".

Note on your personal learning environment

In your personal online learning environment , all learning content will be available to you online from the start of the distance learning course. At the same time, you will also find useful work aids, interactive learning checks, additional products for your course and the opportunity to exchange ideas with other course participants. The materials are updated regularly and are available to you without restriction for 12 months. We will be happy to provide you with a free 6-month extension if required.

If you click on "Start free demo" above the start dates on this page, you will get a first insight into our learning environment.

Your benefit

They know the most important tasks, areas, methods and instruments of modern controlling and can apply these in operational practice.
You will recognize how you can secure the profitability and liquidity of your company in the short and long term.
You will improve your argumentation, presentation and action skills.
You strengthen your planning, coordination and process control skills.
Our flexible concept allows you to learn independently of location and in a self-directed manner. Interactive learning units, varied practical tasks and learning checks support you and guarantee your learning success.
You will receive a certificate of attendance as proof of your newly acquired knowledge.

Author:inside

Heinz-Josef Botthof

Manfred Grotheer

Prof. Dr. Andreas Klein

Prof. Dr. Gerald Preißler

Danuta Ratasiewicz

Thorsten Reichert

Procedure

You will receive helpful learning tips via your online learning environment as soon as you book. You will have access to all learning content at the start of the distance learning course.
Seven days later, you will receive all learning units in printed form.

Recommended for

Specialists and managers from various areas of the company who wish to take on controlling tasks in the future or acquire key skills.
controllers controllers and specialists in finance and accounting who are looking for a systematic, well-founded and practical controlling education.
Career changers and newcomers who want to systematically and flexibly build up or deepen their specialist knowledge and skills in controlling.
Managers and specialists from other functional areas who want to introduce controlling or improve their corporate strategy through targeted controlling.
controllers who want to complete their controlling knowledge.

Distance learning with Haufe Akademie:
Flexible further education ‐ when and where you want!

Haufe Akademie's distance learning courses offer you maximum flexibility for your professional development. They include self-study phases with modern e-learning elements and thus guarantee your learning success.

Distance learning with Haufe Akademie:
Flexible further education ‐ when and where you want!

Flexible: You learn independently of time and place

Practice-oriented: Comprehensive knowledge, prepared for you with practical relevance

Up to date: The content in your personal online learning environment is updated on an ongoing basis.

Success confirmed: A certificate of attendance and a badge confirm your participation and the high quality of the course content

Individual: On request, we can extend the access time to all course content free of charge.

Learning community

In our learning community LUX, you can exchange ideas with other participants and share professional experiences. Network with people from all over Germany, form learning groups, help others with your own knowledge or, conversely, benefit from the knowledge of other participants. It's easier to learn together!

Open Badges - Show what you can do digitally too.

Open Badges are recognized, digital certificates of participation. These verifiable credentials are the current standard for integration in career networks such as LinkedIn.

With them, you digitally demonstrate the competences you possess. After successful completion, you will receive an Open Badge from us.

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Attendees comments

"The written Controlling course has great content quality and is a good alternative for me - from an organizational point of view - in terms of learning. The practical relevance is very good!"

Yves Biwer

Controller, Agora s.à.r.l. et cie, secs, Esch-sur-Alzette

"The course gave a very good insight into the various areas of controlling. Many situations are easily transferable to practice and the examples provided illustrate the content of a lesson perfectly."

Doreen Kaesweber

Beckman Coulter Biomedical GmbH, Munich

Seminar evaluation for "Distance learning course in controlling"

4.5 from 5

with 33 ratings

training content:

4.3

Content comprehensibility:

4.6

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Trainer expertise:

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Method variety:

4.3

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Booking number
30309

€ 1.990,- plus VAT

Details

approx. 85 hours

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approx. 85 hours

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Distance learning course certified controller

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Start dates and details

01.07.2025

Details

Booking number: 30309

€ 1.990,- plus VAT.

€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.

Details

approx. 85 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 633.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

01.08.2025

Details

Booking number: 30309

€ 1.990,- plus VAT.

€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.

Details

approx. 85 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 633.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

01.09.2025

Details

Booking number: 30309

€ 1.990,- plus VAT.

€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.

Details

approx. 85 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 633.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

01.10.2025

Details

Booking number: 30309

€ 1.990,- plus VAT.

€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.

Details

approx. 85 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 633.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

01.11.2025

Details

Booking number: 30309

€ 1.990,- plus VAT.

€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.

Details

approx. 85 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 633.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

01.12.2025

Details

Booking number: 30309

€ 1.990,- plus VAT.

€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.

Details

approx. 85 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 633.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

01.01.2026

Details

Booking number: 30309

€ 1.990,- plus VAT.

€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.

Details

approx. 85 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 633.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

01.02.2026

Details

Booking number: 30309

€ 1.990,- plus VAT.

€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.

Details

approx. 85 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 633.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

01.03.2026

Details

Booking number: 30309

€ 1.990,- plus VAT.

€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.

Details

approx. 85 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 633.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

Sufficient places are still free.

Don't wait too long to book.

Fully booked.

Training is guaranteed to take place

Booking number: 30309

€ 1.990,- plus VAT.

€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.

Details

approx. 85 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 633.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

Booking number: 30309

€ 1.990,- plus VAT.

€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.

Details

approx. 85 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date, and subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
2ndpartial invoice:
€ 633.33 plus VAT.
€ 789.36 incl. VAT.
3rdpartial invoice:
€ 633.34 plus VAT.
€ 789.38 incl. VAT.

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

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