Predictive Analytics and Forecasting Fundamentals
Course overview
Looking ahead with data helps organisations plan rather than react. This course introduces the practical foundations of forecasting and predictive analytics, showing how past patterns can inform future estimates.
What you will gain
- Understand how predictive models work
- Identify patterns and trends in historical data
- Build simple forecasts from time series
- Evaluate the accuracy of predictions
- Recognise the limits of forecasting
- Communicate uncertainty to stakeholders
Who should attend
- Analysts and planners
- Finance and demand planning staff
- Operations professionals
- Anyone producing forecasts
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 to 14 Oct 2026 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 8 to 10 Feb 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 14 to 16 Jun 2027 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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