Project Management Fundamentals I: Tools and Techniques

one of three intensive programs for those new to project management

About This Program (CPE 6003)

These programs will teach participants the fundamentals of how to deliver projects on time and within budget. Fundamentals I provides a solid foundation that covers the tools and techniques of project management. Fundamentals II covers the “people side” of project management. Fundamentals III covers the important areas of cost estimating and budgeting; leadership; and meeting time and priority management. The combined program will touch on areas such as defining the scope of a project and using project management tools, as well as learning skills to manage project teams.

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for individuals from nontechnical fields who are new to project management; managers who must deal with multiple projects; and for those who are looking for formal project management training.

You Can Learn To

• set practical project goals
• set realistic schedules
• develop a project plan
• apply the most common project management tools
• break down projects into manageable segments
• build project teams
• manage time constraints and people pressures

Outline

Project Scope

• Overview of project management cycle
• Triangle of balance
• Common causes of project failure
• PMI scope management model
• Project scope statement

Planning and Scheduling Tools

• Work breakdown structure
• Project networks
• Scheduling pitfalls
• Overview of risk management

Project Monitoring

• Project execution basics
• Monitoring versus controlling
• The critical first 10 percent
• Components of a project plan
• Ongoing monitoring and controlling

Completion and Close Out

• Project close-out preparation
• Project close-out process
• Guidelines for record retention
• Importance of lessons learned and final details
• Action planning

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