A successful start in controlling

Tasks - Requirements - Basic knowledge

This training is held in German.
The controller is the pilot in the company. The demands placed on specialists in controlling go far beyond methodical know-how in cost accounting. In addition to application-oriented knowledge about interfaces to other company and functional areas, such as external accounting, a compact overview of the tasks of controlling is of fundamental importance. This training provides newcomers and young professionals with a compact and comprehensive overview of the tasks and development prospects in controlling.

Contents

What is controlling?

  • What is meant by controlling?
  • How controlling works: The controlling control loop.
  • Who does controlling?
  • What controlling processes are there?

Organization of controlling in the company

  • What specific tasks does the controller have?
  • What requirements are placed on controllers?
  • How is controlling organized?

Operational and strategic management

  • Why are both needed and what is the difference?
  • Overview of the tools for operational and strategic management.

The processes of operational controlling

  • Operational planning and forecasting.
  • Cost accounting.
  • Reporting (management reporting).

Trends in corporate management

Learning environment

In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this qualification measure after you have registered.

Your benefit

  • You will receive a basic overview of the classification, tasks and areas of commercial controlling.
  • You will learn comprehensive information about the role, tasks and requirements of controllers controllers.
  • You will acquire basic knowledge of all the key instruments and levels of controlling.
  • You will acquire methodological knowledge in controlling, which you will use to gain professional and personal confidence in your daily work as a controller .

With this training you will lay the foundation for a successful career in controlling.

Methods

Practical training, presentation, case studies, checklists, exchange of experience.

Recommended for

newcomers and assistants in controlling, controllers controllers, specialists from finance and accounting who want to gain a basic overview of controlling, as well as specialists from various corporate divisions who are looking for systematic controlling training.

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Attendees comments

"I particularly liked the fact that the content was explained well, so that even someone who is just starting out in controlling and doesn't have much experience or hasn't had anything to do with the topic yet can understand it."

Selina Mehringer
FLACHGLAS Wernberg

"The theoretical principles were illustrated very well using practical examples."

Frances Trautmann
EFEN GmbH

"The topic was presented in an interesting and practical way."

Katharina Müller
Schlütersche Verlagsgesellschaft GmbH & Co. KG

"The speaker was able to respond well to the questions/interests of the participants and was enthusiastic about the topic."

Maria Spieker
Franziskuswerk Schönbrunn gGmbH

"Speaker explains clearly and shows a high level of expertise."

Anton Turzer
APK AG

"I liked the organization and content, especially the way it was taught."

Andrea Schnitzler
RWTH Innovation GmbH

"I liked the digital support for the course and the lecturer's professional expertise."

Daniel Gerharts
Alfagomma Germany GmbH

"I liked the exercises in the training and the good performance of the trainer."

Aran Salih
AFEW GmbH

"I particularly liked the trainer, who explained everything really well and was very personable. The examples from the business world really supported the knowledge."

Lisa Weiß
HIL GmbH
"I particularly liked the controlling tools and the goals of companies. I am perfectly happy."
Julia Günther
DRK Workshops Meißen
"I liked the variety of basics. This was my first training at Haufe Akademie and that on an introductory/basic topic. The number of participants and group size was good. The breaks were sufficient and generous. The topics were presented simply and understandably."
Thomas Wunderlich
TÜV SÜD Energy Technology GmbH

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Controller: profession, tasks, further training & salary

A controller is responsible for planning and controlling a company's finances and, together with the management, defines further development potential, budget savings and efficiency increases with regard to the company's goals. What is a controller? Key Facts Education Completed business studies Commercial training plus further training as a controller Hard skills Know and understand methods and instruments of controlling Analytical [...]

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Controller: profession, tasks, further training & salary

A controller is responsible for planning and controlling a company's finances and, together with the management, defines further development potential, budget savings and efficiency increases with regard to the company's goals. What is a controller? Key Facts Education Completed business studies Commercial training plus further training as a controller Hard skills Know and understand methods and instruments of controlling Analytical [...]

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26.06.2025
Stuttgart
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24.11.2025
Cologne
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Clevischer Ring 121-23, 51063 Cologne
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26.02.2026
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