Project Management Foundation and Practices

Course details

OBJECTIVES

Key Learning Includes:

• Master the fundamental project management process (i.e. project initiating, planning, executing, monitoring/controlling and closing), concepts, tools and techniques
• Set realistic, measurable SMART goals and ensure positive results
• Develop work breakdown structure (WBS)
• Estimate project cost and schedule using simple and proven techniques (Network Diagrams)
• Track project performance using Milestone tracking, Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Handle project change management effectively
• Establish good control, monitoring and communication systems. 

With the knowledge and skills acquired at the end of the training program, the trainees will be able to plan and manage projects from project initiating to closing. They can utilize and customize various project management tools introduced in the class to be used in their organizations. They would also understand their inpidual roles, responsibilities and values in various projects to achieve organizational goals.

OUTLINE OF PROGRAM

The program concentrates on 5 fundamental project management process groups that applicable to any project size and nature:

Project Initiating

The program will start off with an overview of the project management process and cycle; what are the requirements that need to be considered, and from there formulate a smart goal to achieve it. Setting clear project scope, time and cost are the base stone. The important of the project charter and project requirement document formed part of the critical aspect to ensure project success.

Project Planning

Adequacy of a project plan will determine the project success or fail. Extra effort is needed in this stage to ascertain the project carry out smoothly. The selection of competent leader to manage the project serves as an essential factor, while proper organization structure, clear work breakdown structure and responsibility, plus detail schedule planning define the overall project framework. It is always important to have a proper channel on communicating the project status among team members and stakeholders. Potential risks inside the project need to address as early as possible.

Project Executing

Having a good plan does not mean the project will success automatically. Able to “walk the talk” effectively will lead to the project goals. It is important to have a room to develop the project team, and manage closely any change and risk in between.

Project Monitoring and Controlling

Close monitor and control over the project life cycle cannot be neglected. Continue effort on assessing and controlling the project performance is part of the important process to achieve goals. Especially when in the event of exceed original budget, and changes that require fulfilling the customer or marketing needs.

Project Closing

Most people forgo the importance of closing out the project completely. At close out stage, the project scope is verified, customer acceptance is received, and both good and bad lessons are captured.

METHODOLOGY

The course structure is based on PMBOK® Guide from the Project Management Institute, classroom lectures, experience sharing, case studies, exercises and quiz are included to enhance the learning process.