Program Overview
This comprehensive project management program covers the fundamentals, methodologies, and best practices of project management. It explores project planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation, as well as leadership, adaptive management, and integration with organizational functions. Graduates are equipped for roles such as Project Coordinator, Project Manager, and Project Consultant.
Program Outline
Outline:
Project Management
Fundamentals of Project Management (2hrs. )
- Introduction to project management
- Project management lifecycle
- Project management frameworks and methodologies
Effective Project Management (2hrs. )
- Project planning and scheduling
- Resource management
- Risk management and mitigation
Development Project Management (4hrs. )
- Project management in the context of international development
- Donor requirements and funding mechanisms
- Monitoring and evaluation of development projects
Project Management Processes (4hrs. )
- Project initiation and scoping
- Project execution and monitoring
- Project closure and evaluation
The Project Management Cycle (4hrs. )
- Project identification, planning, execution, and evaluation
- Interdependencies and relationships between project phases
Roles, Responsibilities and Skills (4hrs. )
- Roles and responsibilities of the project manager and team members
- Core project management skills and competencies
Adaptive Project Management (4hrs. )
- Agile and iterative project management methodologies
- Adapting project plans to changes and uncertainty
Leadership in Project Management (4hrs. )
- Leadership styles and their application in project management
- Motivating and managing project teams
Project Management Structures (4hrs. )
- Functional, matrix, and projectized organizational structures
- Advantages and disadvantages of different project management structures
Integrated Project Management (4hrs. )
- Integrating project management with other organizational functions
- Aligning project goals with organizational strategy
Mastering Project Management (4hrs. )
Careers:
Upon successful completion of this course, graduates are expected to be prepared for a variety of roles in project management, such as:
- Project Coordinator
- Project Manager
- Project Leader
- Project Administrator
- Project Consultant
