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