Advanced Project Management Tools and Techniques

Overview:

Introduction:

Develop a solid foundation of advanced project management tools and techniques critical to project success with this comprehensive program, aligned with the PMBOK® Guide. Gain proficiency in methodologies and tools to effectively navigate the project life cycle. Master practices that ensure success in projects across various organizational settings.

Program Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Prioritize and address project requirements to optimize delivery and meet stakeholder expectations.

• Apply best practices to plan and execute projects successfully using proven project management processes.

• Implement risk management tools to identify, analyze, and develop risk mitigation strategies.

• Confidently estimate resources, budget, and task durations to create accurate project schedules.

Targeted Audience:

• Project managers and team leaders.

• Project coordinators.

• Business analysts.

• Team members assigned to projects.

• Project control professionals.

• Operations managers.

• IT managers.

• Construction managers and supervisors.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

The Framework of Project Management:

• Choosing the right project lifecycle model.

• Identifying and analyzing project stakeholders.

• Aligning project goals with organizational strategy.

Unit 2:

Project Management Processes:

• Understanding project management process groups and knowledge areas.

• Initiating the project with a clear project charter.

• Documenting and defining the project scope.

• Developing and executing a comprehensive project management plan.

Unit 3:

Tools and Techniques for Project Scope Management:

• Scope planning and definition.

• Developing the Work Breakdown Structure.

• Scope verification and control.

Unit 4:

Tools and Techniques for Project Time Management:

• Activity definition and sequencing.

• Resource and duration estimating.

• Schedule development and control.

Unit 5:

Tools and Techniques for Project Cost Management:

• Cost estimating and budgeting.

• Cost control.

• Earned value management (EVM) techniques for tracking cost performance.

Unit 6:

Tools and Techniques for Project Quality Management:

• Quality planning.

• Quality assurance.

• Quality control.

Unit 7:

Tools and Techniques for Project Human Resource Management:

• HR planning and team acquisition.

• Team development and management.

• Conflict resolution techniques within teams.

Unit 8:

Tools and Techniques for Project Communication Management:

• Communication planning.

• Information distribution.

• Performance reporting and managing stakeholders.

Unit 9:

Tools and Techniques for Project Risk Management:

• Risk management planning and identification.

• Qualitative and quantitative risk analysis.

• Risk response planning.

• Monitoring and controlling risks.

Unit 10:

Tools and Techniques for Project Procurement Management:

• Procurement planning and contract management.

• Vendor selection and contract closure.

• Managing contract disputes and vendor performance.