

Project Management Professional
Overview:
Introduction:
The overall aim of this course is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to perform an in-depth analysis of a project during the planning and implementation phases. Participants in this interactive course will learn all the critical tools and techniques required to make decisions to optimize the successful execution of a project in a dynamic environment.
Course Objectives:
At the end of this course the participants will be able to:
- Define project management frameworks, processes, and tools in compliance with the Project Management Institute (PMI) standards
- Apply different techniques that will assist in the project selection process
- Construct project diagrams, schedules, and plans and use different techniques to perform an in-depth analysis of project schedules and plans
- Identify different methods for cost estimating and project budgeting
- Manage time and cost deviations through applying earned value analysis
- Employ risk management plans and apply risk response strategies to ensure successful implementation of the project
- Develop program management plans in compliance with Project Management Institute standards
Targeted Audience:
Personnel who are seeking in-depth knowledge of creating and managing project plans. The course is also designed to provide comprehensive-time, cost, and risk analysis as well as several techniques used to regain control over projects.
Course Outlines:
Unit 1: Creating a High-Performing Team:
- Build a team
- Define team ground rules
- Negotiate project agreements
- Empower team members and stakeholders
- Train team members and stakeholders
- Engage and support virtual teams
- Build a shared understanding of a project
Unit 2: Starting The Project:
- Determine appropriate project methodology/methods and practice
- Plan and manage scope
- Plan and manage budget and resources
- Plan and manage the schedule
- Plan and manage the quality of products and deliverables
- Establish a project governance structure
Unit 3: Doing The Work:
- Assess and manage risks
- Execute project to deliver business value
- Manage communications
- Engage stakeholders
- Create project artifacts
- Manage project changes
- Manage project issues
- Ensure knowledge transfer for project continuity
Unit 4: Keeping the Team on Track:
- Lead a team
- Support team performance
- Address and remove impediments, obstacles, and blockers
- Manage conflicts
- Collaborate with stakeholders
- Mentor relevant stakeholders
- Apply emotional intelligence to promote team performance
Unit 5: Keeping the Business in Mind:
- Manage compliance requirements
- Evaluate and deliver project benefits and value
- Evaluate and address internal and external business environment changes
- Support organizational change
- Employee continuous project improvement