PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

By the end of this program, participants will:

• Understand the basics of project management and its importance in achieving organizational objectives.
• Learn how to define clear project goals, scope, and deliverables.
• Develop skills to create and manage project timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Gain tools to identify and mitigate risks while maintaining project momentum.
• Build team collaboration and communication skills to ensure project success.

PROGRAM OUTLINE

MODULE 1:

INTRODUCTION TO PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Overview of project management fundamentals and terminology.
• The role of project management in achieving team and organizational goals.
• Key responsibilities of a project manager and project team members.

MODULE 2:

BUSINESS ACUMEN FOR ENTRY-LEVEL LEADERS

• Defining project goals, scope, and deliverables.
• Understanding stakeholder expectations and aligning them with project objectives.
• Tools for scope definition and management to avoid scope creep.

MODULE 3:

PLANNING AND SCHEDULING

• Creating project plans: Work Breakdown Structure
• (WBS) and Gantt charts.
• Time management in projects: setting realistic timelines and milestones.
• Allocating resources effectively to meet project goals.

MODULE 4:

RISK MANAGEMENT

• Identifying potential risks and challenges in projects.
• Developing strategies to mitigate risks and ensure continuity.
• Monitoring risks and adapting to unforeseen issues.

MODULE 5:

TEAM COLLABORATION AND COMMUNICATION

• Building collaboration within cross-functional teams.
• Effective communication strategies to keep stakeholders informed.
• Fostering accountability and ownership among team members.

MODULE 6:

MONITORING PROGRESS AND ADJUSTING PLANS

• Tracking project performance using Key
• Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Identifying and addressing project deviations effectively.
• Adjusting plans to stay aligned with objectives and deliverables.