Successful Project Initiation: Laying the Foundation for Project Success
Course Overview
• Understand the key principles and processes involved in initiating a project.
• Learn how to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop skills to create a robust project charter.
• Gain knowledge in stakeholder identification and management.
• Acquire techniques for conducting effective project feasibility studies.
• Master the essentials of project planning and scheduling.
• Enhance risk identification and mitigation strategies.
• Foster skills in assembling and managing a project team.
• Learn the importance of communication planning in project initiation.
• Understand the significance of securing project approval and buy-in from stakeholders.
Training Format:In-class, Virtual, In-house
Location:Lagos, Accra, Nairobi, Kigali
Language:English, French
Nigeria Price:
₦330000
Int'l., (Nigeria) Price:
$1000
Ghana Price:
$4000
Kenya Price:
$5500
Rwanda Price:
$6000
Nigeria Price:₦330000
Int'l., (Nigeria) Price:
$1000
Ghana Price:
$4000
Kenya Price:
$4000
Rwanda Price:
$4000
Nigeria Price: ₦330000
Int'l., (Nigeria) Price:
$1000
Ghana Price: $4000
Kenya Price: $4000
Rwanda Price: $4000
Introduction to Project Initiation
• Understanding the importance of project initiation
• Key elements of successful project initiation
Defining Project Scope and Goals
• Techniques for defining clear project objectives
• Establishing project boundaries and deliverables
Creating a Project Charter
• Components of a robust project charter
• Steps to develop and gain approval for the project charter
Stakeholder Identification and Management
• Identifying key stakeholders and their interests
• Strategies for effective stakeholder engagement
Conducting Feasibility Studies
• Assessing project feasibility and viability
• Techniques for conducting thorough feasibility analyses
Project Planning and Scheduling
• Developing a preliminary project plan
• Essentials of project scheduling and timeline creation
Risk Identification and Mitigation
• Identifying potential project risks
• Developing strategies for risk management and mitigation
Assembling and Managing a Project Team
• Techniques for selecting and assembling a project team
• Strategies for effective team management and collaboration
Communication Planning
• Importance of communication in project initiation
• Developing a comprehensive communication plan
Securing Project Approval and Buy-In
• Steps to secure project approval from key stakeholders
• Techniques for gaining stakeholder buy-in and support
1ST BATCH: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 — Friday, February 20, 2026.
2ND BATCH: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 — Friday, June 12, 2026.
3RD BATCH: Tuesday, October 6, 2026 — Friday, October 9, 2026.
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and
illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical
experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return
to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively
implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.
