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Certified International Project Management Professional

Course Description

This 8-module certification program is designed to provide an in-depth, practical, and modern understanding of project management. Aligned with international standards (PMI®, PRINCE2®, ISO21500), it combines theoretical frameworks with real-world applications, hands-on tools, and soft skills development. Participants will engage in practical simulations, group projects, and case studies to develop job-ready expertise for local and international project roles.

Details

Gain globally relevant project management skills and certification-readiness with this comprehensive program covering traditional, Agile, and hybrid methodologies. Learn to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and successfully close complex projects across industries.

Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Project Management

  • Objective: Understand core project management principles, terminologies, and global standards.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Introduction to Project Management (PMI vs PRINCE2 vs Agile)
    • Project vs Program vs Portfolio Management
    • Life Cycle Phases (Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring & Closing)
    • Project Governance & Organizational Structures
    • Ethics & Code of Conduct (PMI/PRINCE2 aligned)

 

Module 2: Project Initiation and Business Case Development

  • Objective: Learn to start a project with the right frameworks and business justifications.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Project Charter and Stakeholder Analysis
    • Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study
    • Writing a Business Case & Cost-Benefit Analysis
    • Identifying Objectives, Success Criteria, and KPIs
    • Risk Identification at Initiation

 

Module 3: Project Planning and Scope Management

  • Objective: Equip learners with tools to create a robust and realistic project plan.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
    • Defining Deliverables, Milestones, and Timelines
    • Project Scheduling (Gantt, Critical Path Method, PERT)
    • Resource Planning & Budget Estimation
    • Procurement Planning and Contract Types

 

Module 4: Risk, Quality & Integration Management

  • Objective: Understand how to identify, assess, and manage risks; ensure quality and integration.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Qualitative and Quantitative Risk Analysis
    • Risk Mitigation Strategies and Risk Register
    • Quality Assurance vs Quality Control
    • ISO 9001 & Six Sigma Principles
    • Integrated Change Control and Configuration Management

 

Module 5: Agile and Hybrid Project Methodologies

  • Objective: Explore modern project delivery methods for flexibility and responsiveness.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Agile Manifesto and Principles
    • Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and SAFe Frameworks
    • Hybrid Project Environments (Predictive + Adaptive)
    • Product Backlogs, Sprints, and Velocity
    • Agile Team Roles (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Dev Team)

 

Module 6: Stakeholder, Communication & Leadership

  • Objective: Build soft and strategic skills essential for stakeholder engagement and leadership.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Stakeholder Mapping and Power/Interest Grids
    • Communication Management Plan
    • Conflict Resolution & Negotiation Techniques
    • Emotional Intelligence in Projects
    • Leadership Styles and Team Dynamics (Tuckman’s Model)

 

Module 7: Project Execution, Monitoring & Control

  • Objective: Apply strategies to execute projects effectively and monitor performance.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Project Execution and Work Authorization
    • Performance Reporting (EVMS, KPIs, Dashboards)
    • Issue Logs and Scope Creep Management
    • Earned Value Management (EVM)
    • Mid-Project Reviews and Audits

 

Module 8: Project Closure, Evaluation & Career Readiness

  • Objective: Learn how to close projects, reflect on lessons learned, and prepare for certification/employment.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Closing Contracts and Administrative Closure
    • Lessons Learned & Knowledge Transfer
    • Final Project Report & Post-Mortem Analysis
    • Building a PM Portfolio and Resume
    • Preparing for Certification Exams (PMI CAPM/PMP, PRINCE2 Foundation)

 

What You Will Learn?

  • The full lifecycle of project management (initiation to closure)
  • How to create project charters, business cases, and project plans
  • Scope, time, cost, risk, and quality management techniques
  • Modern project scheduling tools (Gantt, PERT, CPM)
  • Agile, Scrum, and hybrid project methodologies
  • Stakeholder and communication management strategies
  • Earned Value Management (EVM) and performance tracking
  • Leadership, conflict resolution, and team management skills
  • How to prepare for international certifications (PMP, PRINCE2)
  • Development of a portfolio through a real-world capstone project

 

Target Audience

  • Aspiring project managers seeking international certification

  • Mid-career professionals transitioning into project roles

  • Business and technical professionals leading projects

  • Entrepreneurs managing teams or product launches

  • Government and NGO workers involved in development projects

  • Graduates aiming to build a competitive skill set for employment

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