Essential Project Management

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This 5-day course provides managers with practical, easy-to-apply project management tools and techniques. Designed for professionals who need to deliver projects on time, on budget, and to specification—without getting lost in jargon—this course covers the full project lifecycle, from planning to completion, with a strong focus on real-world application.

Course Objectives:

    •    Understand the key phases and principles of project management

    •    Learn how to plan, execute, and close projects effectively

    •    Manage time, cost, risk, and quality across the project lifecycle

    •    Lead teams and communicate with stakeholders confidently

    •    Apply practical tools for tracking, reporting, and decision-making

Who Should Attend:

    •    Managers responsible for delivering projects

    •    Team leaders, supervisors, and coordinators

    •    Professionals new to project management

    •    Anyone managing initiatives, events, or process improvements

Benefits:

    •    Gain practical tools to manage projects successfully

    •    Deliver better results through structured planning and execution

    •    Improve time, resource, and stakeholder management

    •    Increase confidence in leading and reporting on projects

    •    Reduce stress and surprises with risk-aware planning

Course Outline:

Day 1: Project Management Essentials

• What is project management?
• Understanding the project lifecycle
• Defining project scope, goals, and success criteria
• Roles and responsibilities of a project manager
• Introduction to project constraints: time, cost, quality

Day 2: Planning for Success

• Breaking down work: Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• Creating a realistic project timeline
• Estimating budgets and resource needs
• Identifying project risks and mitigation strategies
• Building a project plan that works

Day 3: Execution & Team Leadership

• Launching and managing project kick-off
• Leading high-performing project teams
• Delegating, motivating, and resolving conflicts
• Managing communication with stakeholders
• Keeping the team aligned and productive

Day 4: Monitoring, Controlling & Problem Solving

• Tracking progress against milestones
• Managing scope creep and unexpected changes
• Using project dashboards and reports
• Controlling budget and timelines
• Solving issues and making decisions under pressure

Day 5: Closing Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Conducting project reviews and evaluations
• Capturing lessons learned and best practices
• Celebrating success and recognising contributions
• Project closure documentation and reporting
• Applying what you’ve learned to future projects

Course Timings:

09:00 - 10:45 Session 1

10:45 - 11:00  Break

11:00 - 12:45 Session 2

12:45 - 13:00  Break

13:00 - 14:00 Session 3 

Available 2025 Dates:

• 21-25 July  
• 18-22 Aug
• 22-26 Sept
• 20-24 Oct
• 17-21 Nov
• 15-19 Dec

To book on this course or to enquire, please complete the Booking Request Form below.