COURSE INTRODUCTION
This programme provides a practical foundation in managing projects from initiation through planning, execution, control and close-out. Participants learn how to define scope, organise work, manage time, cost, risk and stakeholders, monitor performance and close projects in a structured way that supports stronger delivery decisions. Practical examples and guided discussion help participants connect the subject to decisions and challenges in their own workplace.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this programme, participants should be able to:
- Explain the core concepts, terminology and working principles related to Fundamental Project Management.
- Apply structured methods and industry good practices for Introduction and Key Concepts, Project Initiation, and Project Planning.
- Evaluate relevant project management situations and identify risks, gaps and improvement opportunities.
- Translate the learning into practical workplace actions and sound technical decisions.
COURSE OUTCOME
Upon completion, participants will be better prepared to:
- Assess relevant workplace situations using the concepts and methods covered in Fundamental Project Management.
- Select and apply appropriate tools, checks or controls for Introduction and Key Concepts, Project Initiation, and Project Planning.
- Recommend actions that support stronger planning, project control, communication and delivery decisions.
- Communicate findings, improvement opportunities and next steps clearly to relevant stakeholders.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Project Executives/Leaders/Analysts/Managers/Directors, GM, Engineers, Architects, IT Professionals, Contractors, QS, Consultants, Scientists, Product Managers, Program Managers, Event Organisers, Business Execs, and any person involved in managing any type of project in any industry.
COURSE CONTENT
- Module 1: Introduction and Key Concepts: New Management Challenges; Definitions, Characteristics and Framework of Project Management; Triple Constraints & Trade-offs
- Module 2: Project Initiation: Project Vision & Mission, Purpose and Goal; Selection Method; Develop a Business Case
- Module 3: Project Planning: Develop Project Plan; Collect Requirements; Define Scope
- Module 4: Project Execution: Direct and Manage Project Work; Management skills in leading, motivating, communicating & resolving conflicts; Distribute Project Performance Information
- Module 5: Project Control: Monitor and Control Project Work; Perform Integrated Change Control; Verify Scope
- Module 6: Project Closing: Close Procurements; Close Project or Phase; Review Project completion
- Module 7: Summary: Formula for success; 7 habits of effective project manager; Current and Future trends
- Group discussion/Exercises/Case Studies/Role Plays
- Gantt chart, CPM, PERT Analysis & Compression techniques
