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PROJECT MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP

DESCRIPTION

The aim of this two day workshop is to provide project managers, project team members and other key staff with the core skills required for successful project management.

Following the project life cycle, participants will be introduced to all the techniques for effective planning, implementation and control of their projects within the guidelines and procedures approved by their own organisations. They will also learn key communication and influencing skills essential for presenting themselves, their projects and working successfully with managers, colleagues and other providers associated with their projects.

PRIME AUDIENCE

Project managers, project team members and other key staff seeking to develop all the technical and people handling skills required for successful project management.

A core content is offered with the flexibility to adapt to particular audience needs. However, it should be noted that training in the use of computer software such as Microsoft Project would be an additional component to this programme.

CONTENT

Topics covered in the workshop include:

• Project management and best practice – PRINCE2, AGILE and PMBOK
• Role of the project manager
• Skills for successful project management
• Project life cycle
• Developing project mission, goals and objectives
• Pre-planning - the critical first step
• Project planning, scope and charter documentation
• Using work breakdown structures
• Estimating and scheduling project work
• Using Gantt charts, network diagrams and other tools
• Project monitoring and control
• Risk identification and action plans
• Project communication and ongoing review plans
• Tips for avoiding project headaches
• Presenting yourself and your project
• Managing project working relationships
• Achieving team member self control
• Managing threats to time, cost and scope.

METHOD

The workshop is highly practical. Instead of using simulated scenarios, participants work on live projects drawn from their own work environment.

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