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Designed by seasoned, experienced PMP® certified project managers, this 3-day seminar steps through the full life cycle of project management. The course is targeted towards project managers who need to handle tough projects. This seminar covers the basics of project management, including requirements writing, work breakdown structures, planning techniques, phase/gate reviews, work packages, risks management and other advanced topics. Participants will also learn to develop strong cross-functional teams, create solid project scope statements, handle changes, mitigate scope creep, build and maintain senior management support. |
This seminar is intended for project managers running medium-to-large scale and cross-functional projects. Functional managers, line managers, and architects who work as group leaders on projects and are responsible for developing parts of projects or sub-projects should also attend. |
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| 1. Foundation for Success |
| The first module focuses on establishing a solid foundation for project management and the seminar. We establish a common language, identify common and specific problems facing project managers, and review project frameworks. |
| 2. Define Project Scope and Requirements |
| Project scope definition is probably the least understood area within the common project management frameworks. In this second module, we examine successful techniques for developing a solid project scope. |
| 3. Develop the Project Work Plan |
| Once the project scope is developed and agreed-upon, the project manager works with their team to develop the project work plan. Here, we examine the work breakdown structure, work packages, and project phases. |
| 4. Identify and Build your Project Team |
| The project team must be cohesive and productive. Learn how to develop and maintain a solid project team even in a matrix environment. |
| 5. The Precedence Diagram and the Critical Path |
| The project precedence diagram and critical path provide the project manager with the tools they need to handle changes, focus the right resources, and handling high-risk issues easily and proactively. |
| 6. Estimating Work |
| Estimating does not need to be guess-work. Learn the secrets to successful task estimating |
| 7. Communicating the Project Management Plan |
| Once your project plan has been developed, learn to communicate the plan to generate buy-in and acceptance. |
| 8. Project Execution and Control |
| Simple, yet effective project control helps the project manager know where to spend their time to ensure success without losing sleep. Learn the techniques for successful project execution and control. |
| 9. How to Close a Project |
| Probably the highest return on investment in project management today, the project closure, including lessons learned helps ensure success for your next projects. Learn the techniques for handling lessons learned as well as administrative and stakeholder closure for your projects. |
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