Execution Techniques for Project Managers Course

Course Code: MQ 504
Course Abstract: This course provides information and is dedicated to best practices in project execution and controlling processes.  Project concepts and terminologies lay the groundwork for stakeholder identification and product scope definition so that high level deliverables and stakeholders can be determined.  An expectations management system begins with scope, schedule and cost baselines.  Deliverables and roles converge into a role and responsibility matrix.  A communications management plan is designed and participants practice presenting a ‘get to the point’ status to various audiences.  Integration management best practices are used to address change request.   Participants assess impacts and develop options for presentation to the sponsor.  Finally, the change request is approved and implementation steps are developed. Materials comply with PMBOK® Fourth Edition.

6.5 PDUs/day
Audience: This workshop is designed for project team members involved in managing project plans and monitoring project scope, schedule and cost.
Duration: 2 days
Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

> Strengthen project execution & control abilities
> Identify and manage to project baselines
> Properly execute change requests
> Use the schedule to manage the work
> Clearly and concisely articulate project status  
> Clarify project roles & responsibilities
Course Topics:

1.    Project Management Key Concepts
We will start with some frameworks established by the Project Management Institute.
a.    Knowledge Areas  and Process Groups
b.    Work Process Life Cycles
c.    Project Factors & Baselines

2.    Scope Definition
Most projects have problems with managing scope, let’s learn some techniques to help.
a.    Product versus Project
b.    Deliverables & Stakeholders
c.    Baseline Management
d.    Assumptions & Constraints
e.    The Business Case & Project Charter
f.    The Project Plan

3.    Expectations and Communications Management
Managing expectations through controlled communications can make the difference between success and failure.
a.    Project Roles and Responsibilities
b.    Executing  and Controlling Process Communication Requirements
c.    Communications Plan
d.    Managing Distributed Teams Members and Vendors/Partners
e.    Integrated Expectations Management System
f.    The Value Proposition

4.    Project Management Executing and Control Processes
How can you know where you are and how much further you have to go without a baseline and some control?
a.    Executing:  Direct and Manage
b.    Executing:  Information Distribution
c.    Control:  Scope Verification, Schedule, Cost & Quality
d.    Monitor:  Project Team and Stakeholders
e.    Risks and Contracts
f.    Performance Reporting

5.    Implement the Change!

What to do after the change is approved or denied
a.    Integrated Change Control
b.    Communicate and update
c.    Crafting the message to meet audience needs

Prerequisites: Experience with project planning, project processes and terminologies is a must.
Note: All fields are required
At the present time we do not offer training for individuals or groups less then 6 individuals. We apologize for any inconvenience.


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