Introduction to Project Management Course - 14.03.19
Simon Hayhurst • February 27, 2019
A Practical course designed to introduce people to the core principles of Project Management
Description
A Practical course designed to introduce people to the core principles of Project Management
With change being the norm for many successful organisations – Managers, Team Leaders and others are now required to play a key role in or manage projects for their organisations.
This is a practical course, delivered by our friends at JEM Training , which introduces the core skills and techniques of Project Management. It prepares people for the challenges of creating and managing successful projects and also to effectively manage their ‘business as usual’ activities.
The core content of the course includes:
- Define – The key features of a Project, Developing a Project Definition Report, Identifying deliverables/products, benefits & resources
- Plan – Building a Project Plan, Scheduling Tasks, Recognising Dependencies, Understanding ‘Earliest Start Time / Latest Finish Time / Float’
- Manage – Building a common understanding of the Project Plan, Monitoring & Reporting Progress, Managing Risks & Issues, Cost v Time v Quality
- Review – Moving the Project to Business as Usual, Monitoring Benefits, Lessons Learned
Duration: One day
The course is practical, using a scenario for people to develop their skills and therefore be able to apply them effectively back in the workplace.
The course includes all refreshments throughout the day and lunch, there is ample onsite parking available.
The Course costs £120 + VAT
Location
Horsforth Golf Club
Layton Rise
Horsforth
LS18 5EX
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