Advanced Techniques in Modern Project Management

Course Fee:

₦300,000.00

Course Overview

Objective:
• Equip participants with advanced project management skills and methodologies.
• Enhance participants’ ability to manage complex projects efficiently.
• Foster a deep understanding of modern project management tools and techniques.
• Develop strategic thinking for project planning and execution.
• Improve leadership and team management skills within a project context.
• Provide practical knowledge for effective risk management and mitigation.
• Strengthen participants’ ability to deliver projects on time, within scope, and on budget.
Course Content:
Introduction to Modern Project Management
• Overview of contemporary project management practices
• Evolution and significance of project management in today’s business environment
Project Initiation and Planning
• Defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables
• Stakeholder identification and management
• Creating a detailed project plan and schedule
Advanced Project Management Tools and Techniques
• Utilization of project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello)
• Application of Agile, Scrum, and other iterative methodologies
• Techniques for resource allocation and optimization
Risk Management and Mitigation
• Identifying potential project risks and their impacts
• Developing risk management plans and response strategies
• Tools for monitoring and controlling project risks
Project Execution and Control
• Implementing the project plan and managing project activities
• Performance measurement and project tracking methods
• Quality assurance and control processes
Leadership and Team Management
• Effective communication and leadership styles in project management
• Building and leading high-performance project teams
• Conflict resolution and team motivation strategies
Project Budgeting and Cost Management
• Estimating project costs accurately
• Budget planning, tracking, and management techniques
• Financial reporting and cost control methods
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
• Developing a stakeholder communication plan
• Effective reporting and information dissemination
• Managing stakeholder expectations and feedback
Project Closure and Evaluation
• Completing project deliverables and obtaining stakeholder acceptance
• Conducting project reviews and post-mortem analysis
• Documenting lessons learned and best practices for future projects
Methodology
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.