Programme Overview
During this five-day course you will develop an understanding of the importance of projects in the contemporary organisation. You will also learn how the problem (project) definition phase has a critical impact on project success. You will also explore the three major areas of project development, the planning, the execution and the closure phase, from a risk management perspective. The course will give you a clear understanding of the role that project stakeholders play in all aspects of the project, especially in the area of project control and contract management. You will also gain a clear understanding of how the principles of risk management can be embedded within the project management process and how you can develop your own set of tools and techniques for optimising project performance. This is an innovative course that has been specifically designed to highlight the benefits of applying the principles of risk management, to the process of project management..
Programme Methodology
This course has been designed to be delivered in a highly interactive way, involving a mix of theory, interactive discussion and formalpractical exercises. This delivery method has been chosen to ensure that participants can maximise their skill pick up and experience sharing through peer interaction.
Programme Timings
Registration will be at 08:00 on the first morning. The course will commence at 08:30 and conclude at 14:30 on all days with two breaks for refreshments. Lunch will be served at the end of each day. The order of topics may vary from this outline depending on the requirements and dynamics of the group – topics may not be addressed in the order stated herein.
Programme Outline
1. The Role Of Projects In The Contemporary Organisation
• The role of projects
• The need for project management
• Project resilience and change
• Risk and project management
2. The Project
• Project definition
• Selection process
• Stakeholder identification
• Project lifecycle alternatives
3. Project Risk Management
• Project risk context
• Project risk assessment
• Project forecast risk
• Project scheduling risk
4. Project Planning
• Project goals and objectives
• Project resources
• Reporting and control structures
• Project variation and evaluation criteria
5. Project Implementation
• Project budgets
• Project quality and communication requirements
• The use of work packages
• Project monitoring and reporting
6. Project Closure
• Mode of project termination
• Project termination process
• The project contract closure
• The final report
7. Project Leadership
• Project manager vs Project leader
• The project team
• Project governance and leadership
• Managing relationships and conflict resolution
8. Project Contract Management
• The role of the project contract
• Project contract risk
• Project contract construction and lifecycle
• Project contract management
9. Practical Assessment Exercises
Tasks will be issued on an individual and team basis that will confirm your skills and ability to apply risk management techniques. Exercise will be by way of team discussion of case
studies and individual comments on practical risk problems.