What will attendees learn ?

 

By the end of the event, participants will have

-Discovered the stages in the life of a project
-Learnt how to identify the best strategy for their project
-Written a Project Definition, including project scope and measurable objectives
-Built a Project Plan including milestones and gateways
-Explored the role of a Project Manager, and how to lead the Project Team
-Understood how to manage change, risks, quality, conflicts and change
-Discovered how and when to use software

 

Course Outline

 

Introduction

What is Project Management ?
Why do businesses need it ?
The Project Manager
Characteristics of Projects
The Five Stages in the Life of a Project

 

Defining the Project
Why define the Project ?
Strategic Project Factors including scope and constraints
Developing the Project Strategy
Developing SMART Objectives
Project Phases and Gateways
Completing a “Project Definition Form”

 

Project Planning
Building the Plan
Milestones & Scheduling
Assessing & Managing Risk
Estimating & Budgeting
Using the Timing Plan & the Critical Path
Validating the Plan

 

Managing & Controlling
Managing the Team
The Project Manager
Controlling the Project
Managing Change and Risks
Using Software
Common Project Problems
Tips for Success