Dates & Fees
Course Description
The Project Management For Beginners offers project management basics to new learners seeking a career in project management and other stakeholders engaged in project roles.
This course provides foundational knowledge in project management, which can be used to build further project management‑related competencies. Furthermore, it provides a comprehensive understanding of project management and its application within an organisation. It offers a holistic view of the discipline, enabling learners to contribute to planning, execution and successful delivery of projects within organisations.
Course Objectives:
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the fundamental concepts of project management which can be used to build further project management‑related competencies.
- Understand the importance of business context in a project investment. This will be achieved through the creation and maintenance of the Business Case and Benefits Management Plan.
- Understand the Project Life Cycle and related Project Delivery Frameworks.
- Understand the principles of project governance and controls.
- Provide support to the administration of a project.
Course Topics:
- Business Case Fundamentals
- Definitions & Key Concepts
- Project vs. Operations
- Project, Program, & Portfolio Management
- Project Governance
- Roles & Responsibilities (Project Manager, Project Sponsor, Steering Committee, & Team Members)
- Project Life Cycle
- Project Delivery Framework
- Project Management Process Groups, & Knowledge Areas
- Project Management Administration
Who is the Training Aimed at?
This course is intended for new learners seeking a career in project management, Project Administrators, Junior Project Managers, and other stakeholders engaged in project roles and responsibilities. This course is also of value to learners running their own businesses. Project management is an integral component of any business system and is widely used as a vehicle to implement business strategy and operational plans.
Entry Requirements:
- Grade 12 or Equivalent