Core Skills for Project Managers

This project management short training course will provide you with the essential tools and techniques to successfully deliver projects to specification, on time and within budget.

Whether large or small projects, the techniques covered will save time and money, and ensure projects are well managed and controlled.

People attending this course have often been put in charge of new change projects or have moved into new roles with project management responsibilities. This course is geared towards helping you understand all you need to know when managing projects in the workplace.

Course Facts

Duration: 2 Day/s
Course price: From 600 +VAT
Who it’s for: Managers that need to manage workplace projects
*Prices cover course materials & initial exams (Resits not included)
Entry Requirements: There are no entry requirements
Assessment: This course is not assessed
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This introduction to project management training is perfect for anyone who has to manage projects in work. This includes new and practising project managers in all sectors including manufacturing, public sector and the third sector.

The course will cover valuable tools and techniques for new project managers, providing the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to successfully deliver projects to specification, on time and within budget. 

Course Content

Topics covered in this course include:

  • Project management 101 – project management fundamentals
  • Project life cycle
  • Stakeholder analysis, management, and communication
  • Project resources
  • Planning tools
  • Work Breakdown Structures, Flowcharts, PERT/Critical Path Analysis, Gantt Charts and Product Based Planning
  • Risk management
  • Business case
  • Cost-benefit analysis
  • Key roles within a project management team
  • Characteristics of team development
  • Monitoring projects
  • Controlling projects
  • Evaluating projects
  • Project support

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course delegates will be able to:

  • Understand what is meant by a Project Life Cycle
  • Carry out a Stakeholder Analysis
  • Identify project resources and how to manage them
  • Use key planning tools such as Work Breakdown Structures, Flowcharts, PERT/Critical Path Analysis, Gantt Charts and Product Based Planning
  • Identify and know how to manage risks associated with projects
  • Produce a business case for a project and carry out a cost-benefit analysis
  • Understand the key roles within a project management team
  • Identify project team roles and the characteristics of the team’s development
  • Monitor, control and evaluate projects
  • Identify what project support could be available to your management of projects

There is no formal assessment for this course. You will receive a certificate of attendance on the final day of the course.

Public Course Booking Options

This course is available on our open programme, with a calendar of virtual and classroom events. You can book a place for yourself, for an employee or for a group of staff.

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In-House Delivery Exclusively For Your Organisation

This course can be delivered exclusively for your organisation, in any location or virtually through Microsoft Teams or Zoom.

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Our Core Skills for Project Managers Trainers

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Boost Your Team’s Skills with Our In-House Training

At TSW, we recognise that each organisation has unique needs. That’s why our in-house training programmes aim to address your specific challenges and objectives. To do that we ensure that the training content is directly relevant to your team’s roles and responsibilities, making the learning experience more impactful and immediately applicable.

At TSW, we recognise that each organisation has unique needs. Our bespoke in-house training programmes are designed to address your specific challenges and objectives. This ensures that the training content is directly relevant to your team’s roles and responsibilities, making the learning experience more impactful and immediately applicable.

Training several employees via public courses can be both costly and logistically difficult. With TSW’s in-house training, you save on travel and accommodation expenses, and the overall cost per delegate is significantly lowered. This makes in-house training a cost-effective solution, particularly for larger groups.

TSW’s in-house training sessions are arranged to fit your schedule, minimising operational disruptions. Whether you prefer weekdays, weekends, or evening sessions, we can accommodate your needs. Conducting training at your premises ensures your team remains in a familiar environment, enhancing the learning experience and reducing downtime.

In-house training at TSW brings your team together, fostering better communication and collaboration. Employees can share experiences and build stronger working relationships. This not only boosts morale but also promotes a unified approach to problem-solving within your organisation.

Public training sessions can pose risks when discussing company-specific issues. TSW’s in-house training guarantees confidentiality, allowing your team to freely address and resolve internal challenges. This level of discretion is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge and operational integrity.

By delivering training in the workplace, TSW ensures that employees can immediately apply what they’ve learned. This immediate integration of new skills helps in retaining knowledge and enhances overall productivity.

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Project management is a system of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience when combined, help you to achieve the project’s objectives. Project management training will give you the skills to deliver projects successfully.

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