Project Management Fundamentals

Projects fail not because people lack technical expertise, but because they lack a structured approach to planning, coordination, communication, and execution. This course equips participants with practical project management knowledge and tools to successfully initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects regardless of industry.

Participants will learn internationally recognized project management concepts, proven planning techniques, stakeholder management strategies, scheduling methods, risk management practices, and leadership skills that can immediately be applied to workplace projects.

• Project Managers
• Project Coordinators
• Team Leaders
• Department Heads
• Engineers
• Supervisors
• Business Analysts
• Operations Personnel
• Anyone assigned to manage projects

Learning Objectives

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Apply the complete project management lifecycle to workplace projects.
• Develop project plans covering scope, schedule, cost, quality, communication, resources, and risks.
• Utilize project management tools and methodologies appropriate for different project environments.
• Monitor project performance and respond effectively to project changes.
• Successfully close projects while capturing lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Methodologies

• Concepts are explained using real-world examples, instructor demonstrations, and facilitated discussions to build a strong understanding of project management principles.
• Participants work individually and in teams to develop project documents, build schedules, identify risks, analyze project scenarios, and solve realistic project management challenges.

You need to join both days. The fee mentioned is fee for both days already.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

• Certificates will be provided.
• Handouts and workfiles included.
• Bring your own laptop. Practice files will be emailed before the training. (You can ask us about our laptop rental service if you cannot bring a laptop.)
• Coffee, PM snacks, and candies included.
• Lunch included.
• Tax included.

​Module 1: Introduction to Project Management

• Definition and Purpose of Project Management
• What is a project?
• Importance of project management in organizations
• Differences between projects, operations, and programs
• Key Roles in Project Management
• Project manager responsibilities
• Project team and stakeholders
• Project Life Cycle
• Phases: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Control, Closure

Module 2: Project Management Frameworks and Methodologies

• Traditional (Waterfall) Project Management
• Sequential stages and milestones
• Agile Project Management
• Key principles of Agile: flexibility, iteration, collaboration
• Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid methodologies
• Other Approaches
• Lean, Six Sigma, etc.

Module 3: Project Initiation

• Project Charter
• Defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables
• Project assumptions, constraints, and risks
• Stakeholder Identification and Analysis
• Understanding stakeholder needs and influences
• Stakeholder mapping
• Feasibility Study and Business Case
• Evaluating project viability
• Costs, benefits, and ROI analysis

Module 4: Project Planning

• Scope Management
• Defining and controlling project scope
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• Time Management
• Creating project schedules
• Gantt charts and Critical Path Method (CPM)
• Estimation techniques: PERT, Three-point estimation
• Cost Management
• Budgeting and cost estimation
• Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Risk Management
• Identifying and assessing risks
• Risk response planning and mitigation strategies
• Quality Management
• Defining quality standards and control processes
• Resource and Team Management
• Assigning roles and responsibilities
• Resource leveling and optimization
• Communication Management
• Developing a communication plan
• Managing information flow among stakeholders

Module 5: Project Execution, Monitoring, and Controlling

• Team Leadership and Motivation
• Managing and motivating project teams
• Conflict resolution and collaboration techniques
• Resource Allocation and Management
• Assigning and optimizing resources during project execution
• Communication in Action
• Managing project meetings and reports
• Stakeholder engagement strategies
• Risk Mitigation in Action
• Managing ongoing risks and issues

Module 6: Project Closing

• Closing Processes
• Verifying project deliverables and stakeholder acceptance
• Closing contracts and financials
• Post-Implementation Review
• Lessons learned and knowledge sharing
• Final project report
• Project Handover
• Transitioning deliverables to operations or maintenance teams
• Celebrating Success
• Recognizing team achievements and project success