By the end of this training, participants will understand the principles, processes, tools, and techniques of project management. They will be able to plan, execute, monitor, control, and successfully complete a project from start to finish.
By the end of this training, participants will understand the principles, processes, tools, and techniques of project management. They will be able to plan, execute, monitor, control, and successfully complete a project from start to finish.
Aspiring project managers, new project managers, team members, all employees involved in project processes, and anyone interested in learning about project management.
Understand the fundamentals of project management
Gain skills to plan a project from start to finish
Develop competencies in execution and monitoring
Use essential tools like WBS and Gantt charts
Learn risk and stakeholder management approaches
Increase awareness for successful project delivery
Module 1: Introduction to Project Management
Project Concept and Characteristics:
Definition and core features (temporary, unique, specific goals)
Differences between projects and operations
Project lifecycle (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring & control, closure)
Importance and Benefits:
Success factors
Efficient use of resources
Risk management
Customer satisfaction
Competitive advantage
Standards and Methodologies:
PMI and PMBOK® Guide
Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
Other approaches (Waterfall, Lean)
Project Manager’s Role and Responsibilities:
Leadership, communication, problem-solving, decision-making skills
Team management and motivation
Stakeholder management
Module 2: Project Initiation and Definition
Project Idea Development and Evaluation:
Needs analysis
Feasibility studies
Creating a business case
Setting Objectives (SMART Criteria):
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
Defining Project Scope:
Scope statement
Deliverables
Exclusions
Stakeholder Analysis and Management Plan:
Identification, analysis, prioritization
Communication plan
Module 3: Project Planning
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS):
Breaking down scope into manageable components
Deliverable-focused WBS principles
Time Management:
Activity definition and sequencing
Resource estimation
Duration estimation
Critical Path Method (CPM)
Gantt charts and other scheduling tools
Cost Management:
Resource cost estimation
Budgeting
Cost control methods
Quality Management:
Planning, assurance, and control
Resource Management:
Human resource planning
Team formation and development
Planning and managing physical resources
Risk Management:
Risk identification
Qualitative and quantitative analysis
Response planning
Monitoring and control
Communication Management:
Identifying needs
Creating a communication plan
Procurement Management:
Planning procurement
Supplier selection
Contract management
Module 4: Project Execution
Managing and Leading the Team:
Motivation and performance
Conflict management
Delegation and empowerment
Executing the Plan:
Task assignment and tracking
Resource management
Ensuring quality standards
Managing Communication:
Implementing communication activities
Sharing information and reporting
Managing Stakeholder Relationships:
Interaction per communication plan
Managing expectations
Issue resolution
Module 5: Monitoring and Controlling the Project
Tracking Performance:
Key performance indicators (KPIs)
Status reports
Performance analysis (Earned Value Management - EVM)
Change Management:
Receiving, evaluating, and approving change requests
Change control process
Monitoring Risks:
Tracking identified risks
Identifying new risks
Implementing response plans
Quality Control:
Monitoring deliverables and processes
Corrective and preventive actions
Reporting and Informing:
Preparing and sharing progress reports
Reporting critical issues
Module 6: Project Closure
Deliverable Acceptance:
Client or stakeholder approval
Preparing official closure documents
Disbanding the Team:
Appreciation and feedback
Post-Project Review (Lessons Learned):
Analyzing successes and failures
Deriving lessons for future projects
Archiving and Documentation:
Organizing project records
Financial Closure:
Finalizing and reconciling the budget
Training Methods:
Presentations and theoretical sessions
Case studies
Group work and interactive discussions
Hands-on exercises and simulations
Join our public courses in our Istanbul, London and Ankara facilities. Private class trainings will be organized at the location of your preference, according to your schedule.