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Introduction to Project ManagementView PDF (Print for personal use) |
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This course provides Delegates with a broad introduction to the concepts of Project Management. The course will clarify the definition of a ‘Project’ and identify the core principles of Project Management. The contents of the course are structured to follow a typical project lifecycle; this is from Concept through Definition and Implementation to Handover & Closeout.
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Learning Objectives |
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· Understand the basic principles, terminology and language of Project Management
· Define a ‘Project’, ‘Project Management’ and success factors
· Correctly identify the different roles required in a project
· Recognise the purpose and ownership of project documentation
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Course Content |
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Understanding the project lifecycle
· Overview of projects and the project lifecycle
· Review of Project Management as a discipline
Concept
· Feasibility Analysis
· Business Case and Risks
Definition
· Project Management Plan (PMP)
· The Business Case and Project Strategy
· Planning, Estimating, Scheduling and Resourcing
· Risk Management
· Quality Management
· Change Control and Configuration Management Strategies
Implementing
· Design documents
· Build and Test deliverables
· People in projects
Closing Down
· Sign off and acceptance criteria
· Handover documentation
· Lessons learnt
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The Course Will Benefit |
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· Anyone starting out in a support role within a Project Management Team
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Course Structure |
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· 1 day
· Course runs 9am – 5:30pm with a break for lunch
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We Provide the Following Essentials |
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· Comprehensive coursework useful as a reference guide when returning to the office
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Follow On Courses |
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· Introduction to PRINCE2™
· PRINCE2™ Foundation
· PRINCE2™ Foundation and Practitioner
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