Project management is used by organisations of all sizes to address issues, introduce new programmes and manage workload. At present the demand for project management skills and project managers far outstrips supply.

This introductory project management training course provides delegates with knowledge and essential skills that will enable them to manage small to medium sized projects effectively. It is highly practical and much of the course consists of a simulated project undertaken in small groups. Delegates will also have an opportunity to analyse their own problems and concerns about projects they currently manage or will be managing.

Course Objectives

Define what is meant by a project and how it differs from normal management tasks.
Identify the role, skills and qualities of an effective project manager.
Set clear and realistic objectives for a project and understand the stages of the project life cycle.
Confidently plan, organiseand document a project in a logical manner.
Gain and maintain the support and commitment of othersand clearly identify the role of all project team members.
Monitor, controland adjust a project effectively and keep all relevant parties informed of progress.
Predict risks and make appropriate contingency plans.
Review and learn from strengths and weaknesses identified on completion of a project.
Understand the role that IT can play in supporting the project manager.
Balance the demands of a project with your day-to-day role and be successful in both.

Course Designed For

Individuals who are new to the role of project manager.

Maximum Number of Delegates

Eight

In-House Delivery Option Available

Yes

Introduction to Project Management

What is a project? Differentiating between a project and your day-to-day tasks
Defining what we mean by project management
The role of the project manager
Skills of the project manager

The Project Life Cycle

A four staged approach to managing projects
Project definition - setting objectives, scope and constraints
Agreeing objectives with the project sponsor

Project Planning

Basic planning tools and techniques
Creating a work breakdown structure
Methods of estimating time and cost
Creating a plan of activities
Using a bar chart
Identifying areas of risk and developing a contingency plan
Project monitoring and change control - responding to problems
Documenting the plan

Implementing and Controlling Projects

Keeping activities on track
Monitoring performance
Dealing with problems to keep the project on track
Making the right decisions
Dealing with requests for change

Effective Project Communication and People Management

The essentials of effective project communications
Gaining support and maintaining commitment to the project
Using influencing skills to gain and maintain access to resources
Promoting the project and keeping it alive

Project Close

Measuring results against objectives and the plan
Capturing learning for future projects
Closing down and moving on

Using IT

Utilising project management software - the key considerations

Personal Development

Review of problems and concerns
Formulating an action plan

£395 + VAT per Delegate

Discounts are available if 2 or more delegates from the same organisation attend the same course.

Please read 'How much does each course cost' on our FAQ's page for details.

Clear practical theories and advice with plenty of opportunity for practice. This gave me some practical solutions to take directly back to the office.

Team Leader - Project Management Group, London Bank

Thank you for your outstanding management and implementation of the training course. It was an extremely intensive course with a steep learning curve but had exactly the desired effect leading to a team of highly trained and well motivated people.

Project Manager - UK Insurance Company

This Project Management training course is designed to teach you excellent project management skills. During this training course I learned the skills required to successfully implement any project, within budget and on schedule.

Project Manager - Local Government Authority

This project management course is a must for any IT project manager.

IT Project Manager - Building Society

There was specific involvement, which reinforced the delivery and good discussions and shared experiences. I personally got a lot out of it, which I will be able to take forward

Project Manager - UK Charity