Mastering Project Management
The intermediate Mastering Project Management Course is ideal for individuals looking to enhance their project management skills, offering 16 hours of training based on the PMBOK Guide. You’ll learn fundamentals like project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, with interactive sessions covering scope, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management. Participants receive a certificate of attendance and 2 ECSA CPD points, with in-person or online options and custom arrangements available for larger groups.
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What you’ll learn
- Project management fundamentals from the PMBOK Guide.
- Key concepts in project lifecycle stages.
- Identifying, selecting, and chartering projects.
- Developing effective project proposals.
- Defining project scope and responsibilities.
- Creating and managing project schedules.
- Optimizing resource utilization and budgets.
- Risk identification and mitigation strategies.
- Best practices for project closure.
This course offers
Online
- 16 hours of virtual training.
- Accessible on all standard mobile and PC devices with access to Wifi.
- e-Certificate of completion.
In-Person
- 16 hours of in-person training.
- Certificate of completion.
- Lunch and snacks provided.
- Held at 320 The Hillside Street, Lynnwood, Pretoria.
- Custom arrangements for larger groups or on-site bookings available on request.
On Site
A course by
ONLINE
R2300 incl. VAT
IN-PERSON
R2500 incl. VAT
You get:
- Certificate of Attendance
- 2 ECSA CPD points , 1 SACPCMP Credit (10 CPD Hours)
Who this course is for:
- ECSA professionals and candidates
- SACPCMP professionals and candidates
- Individuals in project management, construction, consulting engineering and built environment.
Course Content
9 Discussion Points | 16 hours total length
Project Management Concepts
- Understanding project management basics.
- Learning key concepts and terminologies.
- Defining projects, constraints, and lifecycle.
Identifying and Selecting Projects
- Insights into project identification and selection.
- Creating effective project charters.
- Managing outsourced projects efficiently.
Developing Project Proposals
- Crafting winning project proposals.
- Understanding customer needs and pricing.
- Mastering the proposal preparation process.
Defining Scope, Quality, Responsibility, and Activity Sequence
- Preparing comprehensive project scope documents.
- Creating work breakdown structures (WBS).
- Assigning responsibilities for quality outcomes.
Developing the Schedule
- Estimating resources and activity durations.
- Identifying and managing critical paths.
- Adjusting schedules for project success.
Resource Utilization
- Managing and allocating resources effectively.
- Meeting project objectives within constraints.
Determining Costs, Budget, and Earned Value
- Estimating costs and developing budgets.
- Analyzing cost performance and managing cash flow.
Managing Risk
- Identifying and assessing potential risks.
- Developing risk mitigation and control strategies.
Closing the Project
- Closing projects effectively.
- Conducting post-project evaluations.
- Documenting lessons learned and gathering feedback.
About this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to project management, ideal for those looking to refresh their skills in the project management field. Based on the PMBOK Guide, it covers key areas like project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. Participants will engage in interactive sessions that blend theory and practice, ensuring a solid understanding of project management fundamentals, including project identification, scope definition, scheduling, resource management, budgeting, risk management, and project closure. By the end, you’ll gain valuable insights and practical skills to manage projects effectively. Whether you’re looking to enhance your career or improve your project management capabilities, this course will equip you with the essential tools and knowledge to succeed. Expect an engaging, informative, and hands-on learning experience that will boost your confidence in managing projects from start to finish.
