Cloud Financial Management

Catalog description

This course explores the principles and practices of managing financial resources in cloud environments, with an emphasis on the discipline of FinOps (Cloud Financial Operations). Students will learn how to establish financial accountability within the variable spend model of cloud computing, enabling organizations to maximize value while maintaining cost efficiency. Topics include understanding and forecasting cloud spending, cost allocation strategies, leveraging rate discounts, and fostering collaboration between engineering and finance teams. The course also covers the automation of cost management tasks and sustainable practices in cloud spending. Through real-world examples and hands-on activities, students will develop the skills needed for data-driven decision-making and effective cloud financial management.