Project Management Training
5 Day Training
Dates:Â 02 – 06 December 2024
Locations: Grayston Ridge Office Park, Sandton
Platform: Available In-Class / Online
Price: Available on Request
Course Introduction
In a world reshaped by the pandemic, the field of project management has adapted to new ways of working, emphasizing the leadership of projects through adapted traditional methodologies. Prospen Africa’s 5-day Project Management Training reasserts the importance of mastering project management fundamentals while incorporating post-pandemic insights for realistic and effective application.
Course Objectives
By the end of the Project Management Training, participants will:
Refresh their understanding of project management tools and processes with a focus on risk management in the context of COVID-19.
Learn the genesis of projects and the mechanics of project initiation.
Enable project teams to be productive and deliver on commitments.
Master win-win negotiation techniques and effective communication for project success.
Participants will develop competencies to:
Align project goals with organizational strategy and convey this to stakeholders.
Comprehend the leadership dynamics of project management roles.
Establish success and performance metrics with stakeholders for project outcomes.
Craft SMART plans for project teams, promoting accountability and honest project reporting.
Who should attend?
Ideal for:
Project Managers and Team Leaders.
Technical Leads and PMO Staff.
Project Sponsors and Business Functional Managers.
Training Methodology
Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:
– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.
Training Outline
Day 1: Project Starting Points
Understanding organizational vision and strategy in the context of a pandemic.
Defining project management roles and stakeholder engagement.
Criteria for project selection and initiation.
Day 2: The Project Manager’s Role and Team Dynamics
Criteria for selecting a Project Manager.
Building and leading a project team, including empowerment and delegation.
Communication strategies and conflict resolution.
Day 3: Project Planning and Scheduling
Work breakdown and sequencing.
Time estimation and resource allocation.
Utilization of planning tools for effective communication.
Day 4: Risk Management and Project Baselining
Cost estimation and budgeting.
Implementing risk management strategies.
Establishing monitoring and control systems.
Change management and meeting structuring.
Day 5: Monitoring, Control, Evaluation, and Closure
Application of Earned Value Management for project tracking.
Review and reporting of project achievements.
Project handover and evaluation of success.
