Project Management Basic Knowledge & Skills for Project Leaders & Managers

SYNOPSIS:

Synopsis:

This course is based primarily on the latest PMI® “A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge”, (PMBOK® Guide) standards that cover the five project management processes and ten knowledge areas. The 1-day basic course provides an overview of the project management processes and introduces some effective tools and techniques for project success.

BENEFITS AND OBJECTIVES:

The objectives of this class are to equip project stakeholders with systematic project management approaches to initiate, plan, implement and close out project activities. It will also align project members to deliver project goals and objectives; establish common project management language and basic understanding.

The Key Learning Points Includes:

• Master the five fundamental project management processes (viz. project initiating, project planning, project executing, project monitoring/controlling and project closing), concepts, tools and techniques.
• Develop work breakdown structure (WBS); planning of work packages.
• Estimate project cost and schedule using simple and proven techniques (Network Diagrams & Critical Path).
• Track project performance using Milestone tracking, S-curve.
• Understand how to handle project changes.
• Establish good control, monitoring and communication systems.

With the knowledge and skills acquired at the end of the training program, participants will be able to plan and manage projects from project initiation to closing. They can utilize and customize various project management tools introduced in the class to be used in their organizations.

PROGRAM OUTLINE:

The program concentrates on the PMI® 5 fundamental project management process groups that are applicable to a project of any size and nature:

• Project Initiating

The program will start off with an overview of the project management process and cycle; what are the requirements that need to be considered, and from there formulate a smart goal to achieve. Setting clear project scope, time and cost are the base stones. The importance of the project charter and project requirement document forms part of the critical aspects to ensure project success.

• Project Planning

Adequacy of a project plan will determine the project success or failure. Extra effort is needed in this stage to ascertain the project is carried out smoothly. The selection of a competent leader to manage the project serves as an essential factor, while proper organization structure, clear work breakdown structure and responsibility, plus detail schedule planning define the overall project framework. It is always important to have a proper channel on communicating the project status among team members and stakeholders. Potential risks inside the project need to be addressed as early as possible.

• Project Executing

Having a good plan does not mean the project will be successful automatically. The ability to “walk the talk” effectively will lead to the project goals. It is important to have room to develop the project team and manage closely any change and risk in between.

• Project Monitoring and Controlling

Close monitor and control over the project life cycle cannot be neglected. Continued effort on assessing and controlling the project performance is part of the important process to achieve goals, especially in the event of exceeding original budget, and changes that require fulfilling the customer or marketing needs.

• Project Closing

Most people forgo the importance of closing out the project completely. At the close out stage, the project scope is verified, customer acceptance is received, and both good and bad lessons are captured.

METHODOLOGY:

The course structure is based on PMBOK® Guide from the Project Management Institute, www.pmi.org. Classroom lectures, experience sharing, case studies, exercises and quiz are included to enhance the learning process.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

New Project Managers, Project Leaders, Project Coordinators, Project Expeditors, Program Managers, Project Engineers, Supervisors, Architects, Surveyors, Planners, Designers, Consultants, Contractors, Accountants, ICT Professionals and all the project stakeholders in project environment.

DURATION:

1 day (9:00am – 5:00pm). Face-to-Face or live online.

PREREQUISITE:

Not required.

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