Project Management in practice

"Is everything going according to plan?  What do you mean, we don't have a plan".

This module covers the principles of project management in a straightforward no-frills fashion. A main part of the project manager's role is to get everyone involved in the project to do what they are supposed to do - when they are supposed to do it. So, we look at the interpersonal skills that this person needs to have.

A successful project will be one that is delivered to time, to cost, and to the required quality standard. So, we will also consider in detail this three-cornered juggling act that the project manager must perform.

There is also a demonstration of Microsoft Project for those who wish to investigate using the software.

This module is therefore closely linked to Microsoft Project.

Duration: Flexible:  One or Two days

The ideal delegate is: Someone who has a project to deliver that must be on time, to budget, and to the required quality standard. Their role might be as project manager, project support manager, or project team member.

Outline content: Interpersonal skills Designing a project plan Building your project using MS Project The art of the project manager Trouble-shooting the project Progress monitoring Simulation:  actively managing a project

Cool activities include: A flip-chart and a pad of post-its