Introduction to PM - Procept Associates Ltd.

INTRODUCTION TO PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Implementing project management processes has been directly linked to improving project performance, such as completing on time, on budget and providing the deliverables to customer needs and satisfaction.

This 1-day fundamental course introduces the concepts of project management and provides some essential tools to start the process of managing projects effectively in your organization. It also discusses the differences between projects and operational work and helps you understand the additional skills required to manage work and people in a project environment.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Participants will gain practical skills to:

Define the specific characteristics of a project.
Define a project scope.
Identify the nine processes that are used for managing projects.
Assemble elements of a project plan.
Identify key project stakeholders and their roles.
Recognize the skills necessary to work in a project management environment.
Explain the steps towards implementing project management processes in your organization.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
The Introduction to Project Management course is appropriate for individuals who are:

Considering a career in project management and would like to know what that entails.
Being considered for a project management position and need to prepare and know more about the process.
In an organization that is considering implementing project management processes and needs to know where to start and what to consider.

PREREQUISITE
There is no prerequisite for this course. It functions as a stand-alone course.

MATERIALS
You will receive a course binder containing copies of presentation slides, exercises, and suggested solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
What is Project Management

Definition of a project
Definition of Project Management
Organizations that manage projects

The PM Environment

Functional Structure
Projectized Structure
Matrix Structure

Why Is Managing Projects Different From Managing Day-To-Day Operations?

The project life cycle
Communication complexity
Conflict Management

Transitioning to Project Management

Roles and Responsibilities
Role of a Project Manager
Role of a Project Sponsor

Setting Priorities and Time Management

The Project Management office
Project Management methodology

Trends and Lessons Learned

Trends in Project Management
Lessons Learned

UPCOMING COURSE DATES

This course is only available as an in-house course.

BRING THIS COURSE IN-HOUSE
Call us at 416-693-5559 or 1-800-261-6861 (Canada & USA) or send us an email at info@procept.com