This comprehensive Project Management course is designed to equip participants with essential skills and knowledge required to effectively manage projects across various industries. The course covers key project management principles, practices, and tools necessary for successful project planning, execution, and completion. Participants will gain insights into quality management, risk management, financial principles, and the people-side of project management, ensuring a holistic understanding of managing projects from start to finish.
Who Should Attend:
- Project Managers and Team Leaders
- Aspiring Project Managers
- Professionals involved in project planning, execution, or oversight
- Business Analysts
- Engineers and Technical Leads
- Managers in charge of cross-functional teams
- Anyone interested in gaining a foundational understanding of project management
Location:
South AfricaTraining Dates:
Each course starts every Monday of each week. Please book your training on a date that is a Monday.Course Duration: 3 Days
Unit Standard: 50080
NQF Level: 4
Number of Credits: 136
Course Fees
Note: Please fill in the online application form on the left or bottom if this page to receive a quotation with detailed pricing from AATICD.How to Apply:
To Apply Simply Fill in the Online Enquiries / Applications form on the Right Sidebar or Bottom of this website https://www.aaticd.co.zaNB:
When filling the online application form; please take note of your desired Training Month, Duration in Weeks and Training Session. This will give us the exact dates you will be attending your classes.Also note that Tuition Fees must be paid upfront on or before training start date. This is to ensure that all resources are made availabe for you before you start. You will not be allowed into training if fees are not paid and verified.
Also note that Tuition Fees Cancellations must be made 14 business working days before the starting date of training. This will allow us to do a 50% refund of the total amount paid. If cancellations are made thereafter note that no refund will be made to delegates.
Tuition Fees include teas and lunch as well as either a laptop or tablet which a delegate will take home free of charge.
Tuition Fee DOES NOT include Accommodation, Dinners and other Extra Curricular Activities or Incidentals. Delegates are expected to fund this on their own. AATICD will not be held accountable for any incidents to delegates.
In-House Trainings are also available for 3 or more delegates for any duration. Please consult with our Administration for such In-House training bookings.
Course Outline
Day 1: Project Management Foundations
1. PM Principles, Practices, and Scheduling
- Introduction to Project Management
- The Project Life Cycle and Process Groups
- Key Project Management Knowledge Areas
- Developing Project Plans: Scope, Time, and Cost
- Scheduling Techniques: Gantt Charts, Critical Path Method (CPM), and PERT
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Development
- Tools and Software for Project Scheduling
2. Project Quality Management
- Understanding Quality in the Project Context
- Quality Planning, Assurance, and Control
- Tools for Quality Management: Six Sigma, Lean Principles
- Implementing Continuous Improvement in Projects
- Quality Audits and Standards Compliance
Day 2: Managing People, Legal, and Financial Aspects
3. The People-Side of Project Management
- The Role of Leadership in Projects
- Building and Leading Effective Project Teams
- Communication Strategies for Project Managers
- Conflict Resolution and Negotiation Skills
- Managing Stakeholder Expectations
- Cultural and Ethical Considerations in Project Management
4. Legal Aspects for Project Managers
- Introduction to Legal Principles in Project Management
- Contract Law Basics for Project Managers
- Understanding Intellectual Property Rights
- Regulatory Compliance and Legal Risk Management
- Handling Disputes and Claims in Projects
- Case Studies on Legal Challenges in Projects
5. Financial Principles and Project Cost Management
- Overview of Financial Management in Projects
- Budgeting and Cost Estimation Techniques
- Cost Control and Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Financial Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- Financial Reporting and Analysis for Projects
- Ensuring Project Financial Health
Day 3: Advanced Project Management Topics
6. Project Procurement and Contract Management
- Understanding Procurement Processes in Projects
- Developing Procurement Plans and Strategies
- Selecting and Managing Vendors
- Contract Types and Management
- Negotiating and Finalizing Contracts
- Procurement Risks and Mitigation
7. Project Risk Management
- Identifying and Assessing Project Risks
- Developing Risk Management Plans
- Quantitative and Qualitative Risk Analysis
- Risk Response Strategies
- Monitoring and Controlling Risks
- Using Tools and Techniques for Risk Management
8. Project Management in the Business Context
- The Role of Project Management in Business Strategy
- Aligning Projects with Organizational Goals
- Managing Change and Innovation in Projects
- Portfolio Management and Program Management
- Integrating Projects with Business Operations
- The Future of Project Management: Trends and Emerging Practices
Wrap-Up and Q&A
- Course Summary and Key Takeaways
- Open Discussion and Q&A
- Certificate of Completion Distribution
