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)