Project Management Essentials Have you heard of projects that have overrun? Gone over budget? Been out of control? Project Management Essentials has been designed to give you the basic knowledge and skills to start managing projects efficiently and effectively. Who should attend? Managers, employees and individuals at all levels who are being asked to run projects within their areas of responsibility. Those who are looking for an entry point into becoming a project manager. What outcomes can I expect? l Understand the roles and responsibilities of a project manager l Ability to develop a project plan and identify success criteria l Greater understanding of the importance of people skills alongside process and control Course Aims This one-day workshop helps delegates to understand the importance of project management. Many people find themselves managing projects of various kinds without ever having received any training in how to do so. This workshop is aimed at all staff who find themselves managing projects, be they research projects, change projects, administrative projects, or projects of any other kind. The workshop is designed as an introduction to the concepts of project management. Project planning is the starting point but we also examine how to scope your project and to keep it on track. Good planning and structure should make the management of your project as smooth, stress-free, and as successful as possible. Attendees will cover aspects like: l Understanding the meaning of a project and project management l Understanding the project managers role l Understanding the project management process through the project management roadmap including Planning, Implementation and Closeout Key Elements l What is a project • Definition of a project? • What are its attributes? l What is project management? • What is the role of a project manager? • Are you a project manager? • The project management process l The importance of managing • Planning the key to success • Forming the project team l Keeping the project on Track • Issue resolution • Delivering the final outcome What are the entry requirements for the course? There are no minimum academic or vocational qualifications required but a good general standard of education is beneficial. What could I do after this course? Depending on your circumstances you may wish to consider our Effective Time Management course or use your learning toward one of our full level 2, 3 or 4 Leadership and Management qualifications. TSP COURSES