Project Management Essentials
Learn the fundamentals of project management and gain the confidence to run projects effectively.
This one-day project management course gives you the essential skills, tools, and techniques to plan, execute, and deliver successful projects - without unnecessary jargon.
A two-day option is available for those who want a deeper dive with more practical exercises.
Course Overview
This Project Management Essentials course is designed for professionals who want to understand project management fundamentals and apply them to real-world work.
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Almost everything that you do in the workplace is a project, so it's worth knowing how to managed them right!
Based on real-world best practice, this course provides a structured but flexible approach to managing projects, making it ideal for both beginners and those with project experience.
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Project Management Fundamentals – Understanding How Projects Work
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What makes a project different from day-to-day work?
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Understanding the project lifecycle – from initiation to closure
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Key roles and responsibilities in project management
Project Planning & Scope – Setting Projects Up for Success
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How to define clear project objectives, deliverables and business case
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Understanding scope, constraints, and stakeholder expectations
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Creating a realistic project schedule that works
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Use PERT and Gantt charts, understand the Critical Path and why it's important
Managing Risks & Issues – Preparing for the Unexpected
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Identifying and managing risks before they become problems
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How to create a simple but effective risk log
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Managing unexpected challenges without derailing the project
Project Tracking & Communication – Keeping Things on Track
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Best practices for monitoring progress and reporting updates
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Managing team communication and stakeholder expectations
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Handling scope changes and avoiding project creep
Project Closure & Lessons Learned – Finishing Strong
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How to wrap up a project successfully
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Conducting a post-project review to capture key learnings
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Ensuring a smooth handover or transition
Two-Day Course Option – Going Deeper with Practical Exercises
If you choose the two-day format, we’ll have time for:
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Extra practical exercises and case studies to apply the techniques
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More detailed discussions around your specific projects and processes
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Additional tools and templates to improve your project management approach
Key Benefits
Our Project Management training course will provide you with the core knowledge and practical skills to effectively manage projects from initiation to completion.
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Understand project management fundamentals and how to apply them in real life.
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Plan and manage projects effectively with simple, proven techniques.
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Identify and manage risks before they cause problems.
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Improve communication and stakeholder management for better project outcomes.
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Gain confidence in running projects, even without formal project training.
Who is it for?
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Individuals new to project management or with limited formal project management training.
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Project team members who want to understand project management principles and contribute more effectively to project success.
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Team leaders and managers who are increasingly involved in project-based work.
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Professionals from any industry or sector who need to plan, manage, and deliver projects successfully.
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Anyone seeking a practical and accessible introduction to project management.
Delivery and Logistics
Delivery: live online or in-house delivery at your premises.
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Duration: 1 or 2 days.
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Included: comprehensive course materials, notes and slides. Pre and post-course activities to enhance learning.
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