FinOps Certified Professional Preparation Training Course

Introduction and Core Concepts Review

• Overview of the FinOps Professional Certification for government
• Revisiting core concepts (recap of FinOps Practitioner knowledge)
• Key differences between Practitioner and Professional levels for government

Cost Allocation Strategies

• Advanced cost allocation and tagging techniques for government
• Real-world application and best practices for government agencies
• Tagging and cost allocation simulation exercises for government

Advanced Budget Management

• Forecasting, managing, and optimizing cloud budgets for government operations
• Scenario analysis and budget reporting tools tailored for government use

Cost Optimization Techniques

• Identifying and eliminating waste in government spending
• Rightsizing and optimizing compute resources for government efficiency

Governance and Compliance

• Setting up governance frameworks for effective cost control in government agencies
• Compliance practices and policy enforcement for government
• Budget forecasting exercise specific to government operations

Advanced Reporting and Business Value

• Key FinOps metrics and KPIs relevant to government performance
• Reporting strategies for stakeholders in the public sector

Collaboration and Cross-functional Communication

• Building partnerships across finance, engineering, and business teams within government agencies
• Effective communication of cost management strategies for government audiences

Real-world Case Studies and Exam Preparation

• Analysis of FinOps implementation case studies in government settings
• Practice exam questions and discussion tailored for government professionals

Summary and Next Steps