The Basics of Project Management & Execution

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The Basics of Project Management & Execution
Fundamental skills to keeping your projects on track and really getting things done

You can attend FREE with STAR12 membership - Get more info.

What You’ll Learn | Workshop Agenda | Attendee Reviews |

Program Description:

Successful project management is about results – learn how to get the ones you want!

To be successful in a project management role, your first priority has to be successful execution. Regardless of the barriers that might pop up involving changing requirements, shifting priorities, and departmental conflicts, it’s your responsibility to make sure things get done. It’s not an easy task. And that’s why you absolutely cannot afford to miss The Basics of Project Management & Execution. This one-day course has all the information you need to start managing projects more effectively immediately.

Keep your projects on time, on track, and on budget. We’ll show you how!

As a project manager, your biggest responsibility is to ensure that your projects stay on time, on track, and on budget. But this is usually easier said than done. And that’s where we come in. The Basics of Project Management & Execution will teach you proven strategies used by expert project managers to keep things on track.

You’ll learn:

Your role as project manager: what’s expected of you and what you need to do to ensure your success
How to set yourself up for success with accurate planning techniques
Master strategies to ensure your project execution is top-notch
And more!

Master the basics of project management and execution to ensure your projects hit their goals every time.

Project management means you have to be a master at communication, facilitation, problem solving, and tons of other things. One thing is for certain: it’s not an easy job.

But if you haven’t received a lot of formal training in project management, it can be the most stressful occupation imaginable. And that’s exactly why we’ve created The Basics of Project Management & Execution just for you. If you’re involved in project management, this is one course you simply cannot afford to miss.

One-Day Seminar

Cancellation Details:
If circumstances arise that require you to cancel your enrollment, see cancellation details below.

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What You'll Learn: (click + to expand)

Common mistakes that kill productivity and how to avoid them
Budget-saving tips and techniques
How to get more done with less – resource management strategies
Time-management strategies to get more done
Clear communication across all levels
How to deal with competing priorities and agendas
And much more!

Workshop Agenda: (click + to expand)

Project Management: The Basics

The unsung hero: why successful project management is vital to your organization
Your role as project manager and what’s expected from you
Controlling a project: useful tools and software to make your job easier
Different styles of project management – which one will work for you?
Why it’s important to always keep the goal in mind, no matter what stage the project is in

Setting the Stage for Success: The Planning Stage

Determining the scope and goals of the project: expert tips
Setting goals and benchmarks: a time frame for success
Accurately estimating costs and deadlines
Finding the right people and recruiting support
Setting a realistic schedule
Risk analysis and responsible risk-taking

Gathering Your Resources: Material and Personnel Allocation

Determining resource requirements – accurate estimation strategies
Projecting critical paths, cash flow, and project simulation
Identifying potential shortcomings: where you may need more resources
Building a team that can get the job done
Identifying constraints and dependencies

The Human Side of Project Management

Getting employee buy-in: proven strategies
Communicating with tact and finesse to get results
Creating win-win situations, even when dealing with different departments
Motivational strategies to keep your team firing on all cylinders
Using your personal leadership style to get the results you need
Effectively managing competing stakeholders

Execution: How to Get the Results You Want and Expect

Executing your strategies – why it’s not always as easy as it seems
Capturing data and comparing it with expected results
Getting things back on track when they’re threatening to go sideways
Maintaining a high standard of quality

Overseeing Your Project: Overseeing and Controlling

Creating and sharing reports: what should be included
Managing changing requirements and priorities: what to look for
How to keep your project on track, even when you’re up against a deadline
Analyzing your progress and identifying troublesome areas ahead
Providing feedback and timely responses to keep everyone up to date

Completing Your Project

Measuring project success against expected results
Testing and gathering appropriate feedback
Refining the project’s scope and affected goals
What to do when your project is well off-target
Learning from the project and how to apply that knowledge in the future

Troubleshooting

Common mistakes in estimating completion time
Overcoming resistance from vital team members: 5 strategies
Key reasons why projects fail and how to avoid them
Losing sight of the goal: what to do when your project evolves into something different from its original scope

Attendee Reviews: (click + to expand)

“The trainers were great! Can’t wait to see them again.”
M. Angelorr

“Informative and very down to earth. I wish the sessions were longer!”
S. Breitenbach

“The training was excellent and I’m hoping to use this with my employment.”
L. Noble

“I was able to obtain steps and learn characteristics of being successful in leading my team.”
B. Ajo

Cancellation Details: If circumstances arise that require you to cancel your enrollment in The Basics of Project Management & Execution, you may substitute another person in your place or receive a credit memo for a future seminar of equal value. Or, you may receive a refund, minus a $10 enrollment processing charge, provided you notify us at least five days before the training. At that time, any additional online training materials included in your registration will be deactivated.

Additionally, if your enrollment included a STAR12 membership, it will also be cancelled at that time. Once you attend The Basics of Project Management & Execution, or any other seminar through your STAR12 membership, no refunds will be granted.

Continuing education credits may be recognized by your professional board. Contact your own board to find what’s required.

If you have any specific questions concerning our CEU/CPE programs, please e-mail our CEU/CPE representative.

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