Course Descriptions

__MSI/Canterbury | Project Management
__Foundations of Project Management


Target Population: Managers and team members of small, medium, and large projects
Group Size: Up to 20 participants
Length of Program: Two Days
Course Format: Highly experiential…Theory…”How to” techniques…Discussion…Tools…Models…Individual and group exercises…Case studies…Group presentations

The Need
Completing projects successfully, on time, and within budget is a major organizational problem today. Careful planning and control can help companies ensure product and service quality, reduce costs, and compete in today’s rapidly changing environment.

Objectives
 • To provide a structured approach for Project Initiation, Planning, Execution,
    Monitoring, Control, and Close Out
 • To present a systematic process for managing scope, schedule, and resources
 • To identify keys for creating and keeping a supportive project environment and
    a motivated team
 • To demonstrate effective techniques for written and oral progress reporting and
    project evaluation

Program Content
 • Project Life Cycle and Phases
 • Project Environment: Different players’ roles
 • Project Manager: Responsibilities and skills
 • Project Organization: Task force, matrix, or fixed group
 • An in-depth look at the components of each of the Project Management Processes:
        - Initiating
        - Planning
        - Executing
        - Controlling
        - Closing

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