Advanced Project Management
This programme is aimed at candidate who will be involved in the implementation, managing and leading of projects within different working environments. Participants will acquire an understanding of concepts of project management and will be able to plan and organise projects.
Description
This 4-day Advanced Project Management course is designed to equip experienced project managers with the strategic and practical skills needed to lead complex projects successfully. The course covers advanced concepts in project governance, stakeholder management, risk analysis, leadership, and the integration of Agile and traditional methodologies. Through case studies, real-world scenarios, and interactive sessions, participants will gain the ability to manage large-scale projects, navigate uncertainties, and lead cross-functional teams effectively.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will:
- Master strategic project alignment and governance.
- Enhance skills in advanced planning, budgeting, and risk management.
- Lead diverse, high-performing teams in dynamic environments.
- Apply Agile and traditional methodologies to complex projects.
- Evaluate and close projects while capturing lessons learned for continuous improvement.
Who is this Training Course for?
Senior project managers, project directors, and professionals involved in leading and managing complex projects.
The Course Content
Day 1: Strategic Project Management & Governance
Strategic Role of Projects
- Aligning projects with business strategy
- The role of project management in driving organizational success
Project Governance
- Frameworks for governance and decision-making
- The role of executive sponsors and steering committees
Advanced Stakeholder Management
- Identifying and prioritizing stakeholders
- Managing conflicting stakeholder expectations
Day 2: Advanced Project Planning & Risk Management
Integrated Project Planning
- Developing detailed project plans for complex projects
- Optimizing resource allocation and scheduling
Advanced Risk Management
- Identifying risks in multi-dimensional projects
- Advanced risk analysis (Quantitative & Qualitative)
- Implementing risk mitigation strategies
Cost Control and Budgeting
- Advanced techniques for controlling project costs
- Financial forecasting and cost performance evaluation (Earned Value Management)
Day 3: Leadership, Teams & Agile Methodologies
Leadership in Project Management
- Leading cross-functional and virtual teams
- Enhancing team collaboration and conflict resolution
- Emotional intelligence for project leaders
Managing High-Performance Teams
- Motivating and developing high-performing project teams
- Addressing team dynamics and conflict management
Agile Project Management
- Agile principles and methodologies for project delivery
- Scaling Agile practices in complex projects
Day 4: Project Control, Evaluation & Closure
Performance Measurement
- Advanced project control techniques and performance metrics
- Earned Value Analysis for performance monitoring
Project Change Management
- Managing scope changes and adapting to evolving project demands
Project Closure & Post-Implementation Review
- Best practices for closing projects and transferring knowledge
- Conducting lessons learned sessions and evaluations