Portfolio Project Management & Leadership, Communication Excellence

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5 Days

Introduction to the course

In today’s dynamic business environment, success relies on aligning portfolios and projects with strategic goals while fostering effective leadership and communication. This Portfolio Project Management & Leadership, Communication Excellence training course provides essential tools and insights to enhance portfolio management and leadership capabilities, whether you are a Project Management Professional, team leader, or executive.

The training course emphasizes key principles of Portfolio Management, focusing on strategic alignment, governance, and resource optimization, with a special focus on the PMO’s role in supporting decision-making, standardizing processes, and ensuring alignment with organizational strategy. It also develops critical Project Leadership and Communication skills, enabling participants to lead with confidence, build collaborative teams, and engage stakeholders effectively.

This KC Academy training course will highlight:

  • Aligning portfolio management with organizational strategies and goals.
  • The PMO’s portfolio role in governance, resource allocation, and decision support.
  • Developing leadership, emotional intelligence, and communication techniques.
  • Managing stakeholder expectations and fostering team collaboration.
  • Integrating portfolio management with leadership strategies for project success.

Course details

This Portfolio Project Management & Leadership, Communication Excellence training course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage portfolios and projects in alignment with organizational strategy while developing leadership skills, emotional intelligence, and communication techniques to enhance team performance and stakeholder engagement. It highlights the critical role of the PMO in portfolio governance, decision-making, and resource optimization, providing practical insights into integrating portfolio management practices with leadership and communication strategies. Additionally, the training course fosters strategic thinking, innovation, and problem-solving to drive success in project and portfolio management.

At the end of this training course, you will learn to understand the:

  • Relationship between portfolios, programs, and projects and their strategic alignment.
  • Role of the PMO in supporting portfolio management, including governance, resource allocation, and standardization.
  • Techniques to manage portfolio risks and ensure effective governance.
  • Importance of leadership presence, emotional intelligence, and communication in managing teams and stakeholders.
  • Application of portfolio management principles and leadership strategies to real-world scenarios for achieving organizational objectives.

This Portfolio Project Management & Leadership, Communication Excellence training course provides an interactive learning experience aligned with the outlined objectives. Using case studies, simulations, and focus group discussions, participants will gain practical skills for real-world application.

Each session features active participation through group exercises, role-playing, and collaborative problem-solving, focusing on portfolio governance, risk management, leadership, and communication.

By analyzing PMO practices and developing innovative leadership and communication strategies, participants will leave equipped with actionable tools to excel in portfolio management and stakeholder engagement.

This Portfolio Project Management & Leadership, Communication Excellence training course will significantly enhance the organization’s ability to manage projects and strategies effectively. Key benefits include:

  • Enhance the organization’s ability to align projects with strategic goals
  • Reduce costs through improved governance and resource optimization
  • Minimize conflicts by strengthening leadership and communication skills
  • Increase project success by integrating strategic thinking and leadership
  • Strengthen PMO functionality, leading to better project prioritization
  • Improve operational efficiency and overall organizational performance

  • Enhance leadership and decision-making skills, empowering you to lead projects, teams, and PMO initiatives more effectively
  • Develop emotional intelligence and communication techniques to improve relationships, resolve conflicts, and foster collaboration within the PMO
  • Gain a deeper understanding of portfolio management, enabling you to contribute strategically to organizational goals and PMO success
  • Build confidence in managing complex projects, portfolios, PMO processes, and stakeholder expectations
  • Strengthen your ability to drive innovation and strategic thinking in project and portfolio management
  • Acquire practical tools and techniques that can be immediately applied to real-world scenarios, enhancing your professional growth and value in the organization and PMO role

This KC Academy training course is ideal for professionals involved in portfolio and project management, leadership, and strategic decision-making, including:

  • Portfolio Managers and Program Managers
  • Project Managers transitioning to leadership roles
  • PMO Directors and Team Members
  • Senior Executives responsible for aligning projects with organizational strategy
  • Team Leaders seeking to enhance leadership and communication skills
  • Finance Managers involved in project investment decisions
  • Engineers managing engineering projects and portfolios
  • Professionals aiming to integrate portfolio management with effective stakeholder engagement

Daily Agenda

Day 1:
Introduction to Portfolio Management and Leadership Essentials
  • Introduction to Portfolio Management
    • Key definitions, objectives, and benefits
    • Relationship between portfolios, programs, and projects
    • The need for a portfolio approach to investment
  • Transition from Manager to Leader
    • Shifting from Project Manager to Project Leader
    • Enhancing personal development through self-awareness
    • Emotional intelligence in project leadership
  • Effective Communication and Decision-Making
    • How to make better decisions in both portfolio and leadership contexts
    • Developing an executive-type presence and confident communication
Day 2:
Strategic Alignment and Expanding Leadership Scope
  • Strategic Context in Portfolio Management
    • Aligning portfolio management with organizational strategy
    • Key functions and coordination with strategic objectives
    • Governance alignment and senior management commitment
  • Leadership Innovation and Strategic Thinking
    • Becoming a thought leader in project and portfolio management
    • Expanding your strategic scope and fostering innovation
    • Improving decision-making and problem-solving in leadership
  • Expanding Communication Influence
    • Techniques to expand your communication reach
    • Leading teams with effective communication and empathy
Day 3:
People Management, Relationships, and Portfolio Governance
  • Portfolio Risk Management and Governance
    • Portfolio risk management processes and techniques
    • Risk drivers, metrics, and assessing portfolio maturity
    • Senior management governance and alignment
  • Building Strong Relationships and Teams
    • Objective of project leadership and fostering team success
    • Using mentoring to develop future leaders
    • Cultivating conditions for team growth and performance
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
    • Managing stakeholder expectations and ensuring effective communication
    • Emotional intelligence in managing relationships within teams and stakeholders
Day 4:
Advanced Leadership, Communication, and Portfolio Delivery Practices
  • Roles, Documentation, and Delivery Cycle in Portfolio Management
    • Roles and responsibilities of portfolio management
    • Portfolio delivery practices and how to apply them
    • Portfolio documentation and ensuring its effectiveness
  • Leadership Presence and Communication Styles
    • Body language for leaders: Matching message with non-verbal cues
    • Conveying confidence in a warm and empathetic manner
    • Six ways to make a positive first impression
  • Ensuring Positive Team Dynamics
    • Recognizing the value of developing future leaders within the team
    • Committing to team results and client relationships
    • Expanding your perspective to think in terms of team success
Day 5:
Putting It All Together: Application and Case Studies
  • Portfolio and Leadership Integration
    • Applying portfolio management techniques to a leadership scenario
    • Tailoring communication and leadership strategies for portfolio success
    • Ensuring strategic alignment in delivery practices
  • Real-World Case Studies
    • Case study exercises for portfolio delivery and leadership challenges
    • Identifying appropriate leadership and portfolio management practices in different scenarios
    • Final review and Q&A: Addressing challenges in combining leadership, communication, and portfolio management
  • Course Wrap-Up and Reflection
    • Nurturing emotional quality and expanding perspectives in leadership
    • Committing to continuous improvement and relationship management in portfolios

Frequently Asked Questions

There are no prerequisites. Our courses are open to students of all backgrounds who are 18 years of age and older. All courses are conducted in English. Video lectures include English subtitles and the option to slow-down, pause, or replay lectures for better retention. Discussion boards are a critical component of each of our courses; therefore, we suggest students have a conversational knowledge of English when pursuing a Certificate of Completion. For any of the art writing courses, students need to be 100% proficient in written English.

You should have an up-to-date web browser such as: Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Internet Explorer. For more detailed information, please see the guides for supported browsers and basic computer specifications. Our Online Courses can be accessed on a mobile or tablet device, although we strongly encourage you to have access to a desktop or laptop computer and reliable internet connection for certain course components. Former students have told us it is easiest to read discussion threads and complete written assignments on a laptop or desktop computer.

Registration is available on our website. Just follow these simple steps: Click the “Apply Now” button in the top right corner of your screen. Select “Online Courses.” Choose your course(s). You will be asked for basic contact information and your credit card payment. We require full payment at the time of registration and all tuition is billed in US dollars. Be sure to check with your bank or credit card company, as your financial institution may charge a foreign transaction fee.

Our classes are kept small, at no more than 30 students, to better facilitate and encourage personalized interaction with the instructor and fellow participants. Your classmates come from all over the globe and contribute their global perspectives and experience. Some are currently working within the arts while others are just beginning. All classmates share in their passion for the art world.

It is recommended that you begin your course promptly. If you do need to start the course a few days late, contact your instructor as soon as possible after the course has opened to discuss your options. Registration closes on the Friday after the course begins.

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