Planning, Organising & Controlling Projects

By the end of this training course you will be able to:

• Apply a professional, systematic approach to manage projects and project activities.
• Define the project scope, establish realistic objectives, and identify the relevant deliverables.
• Produce realistic project plans, determine the critical path, and manage project risks
• Mobilise resources, accurately monitor project performance, and maintain control of the project.
• Recognise team dynamics within the project, play to strengths and manage weaknesses

The training course is based on a combination of theory, practical, interactive discussion, and team exercises. During each session, we will explore the various inputs, tools and techniques, and outputs of each of the project planning, organising, implementing, and controlling processes, discuss their flaws and values, and simulate real-life project management events.

The organisation will gain the following benefits:

• Develop project resource skills to fulfil their responsibilities and meet project objectives.
• Improve project team performance, delivering results faster and more cost effectively.
• Development of realistic project plans, with more accurate cost, time, and resource estimates.
• Improved project leadership.
• Achieve project milestones with improved cash flow and budget control.
• Improve communication between project teams and stakeholders.
• Increase staff motivation levels and professionalism.

Delegates will be able to:

• Demonstrate greater competence in project management methods and techniques.
• Contribute more effectively within their project management teams.
• Create realistic project plans and control their work more efficiently.
• Improve their leadership skills and management of project teams.
• Understand and apply appropriate project evaluation measures.
• Build and manage productive working relationships with all project stakeholders.
• Operate more confidently and effectively in a global business environment.

This KC Academy training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

• Project Managers and Directors
• Project Professionals, including anyone responsible carrying out project assignments
• Project Administrators, Supervisors, and Support Staff
• Project Owners and Clients
• Project Contractors and Suppliers