Understanding the methodology and application of Project Management is a key element for the modern world.  This two-day course will provide delegates with the aspects of project management to allow them to understand many of its detailed attributes.  It will cover the more complex aspects of Project Management and how to deploy it to provide a detailed practical solution for running projects in the workplace.  It will follow the guiding principles of both Prince2 and APMP in some detail allowing students to align their learning with the national standards.
 

Who will benefit from this course

This course is intended for those who have a basic understanding of Project Management and who wish to develop a deeper knowledge of the methodology.  It is also ideal for Managers and Engineers who require a deeper understanding of Project methodology and attributes and how it can be deployed to benefit their business.  The course follows the principles of both Prince2 and APMP and as such is ideal for those wishing to build their knowledge on the road to obtaining formal qualification.

Key elements of the course 

• The principles of the Project process from Conception to Close.
• Different approaches to managing a Project reviewing Waterfall and Agile specifically.
• The Development of the Project Team including, responsibility and Team evolution
• The Building Blocks and Principles of the Project Process.
• The Project Themes and how they contribute to the Project methodology.
• The Project Plan and the key points to include in its creation.
• Managing Projects, Programmes and Portfolio’s
• The importance of Project Stages and how they aid decision making.
• Running the Project Plan throughout the delivery of the Project
• The Project Business Case, its importance and how to develop it
• The management of Risk and why this is so important to running a successful Project.
• Methods of Risk quantification and mitigation.
• The Reporting structure and the use of Formal reports.
• The incorporation of Quality into the Project process
• The methods to control a Project, what they are and how they can be applied.
• Resource analysis and deployment within a Project
• Understanding Project Success factors and how they can be incorporated.
• Evaluating a Project for successful delivery of its Aim and Objectives
• The alignment of Project Strategy with Business Strategy
• The management of Stakeholders and understanding their importance.

Course Details

This is a two-day, tutor led, on-line course the dates for which are set out on the Course Schedule. It can also be run as a tailored, company specific course either on-line or at an organisation’s premises.