Advanced Project Management Course is designed for professionals seeking mastery in leading complex projects across industries. This intensive, hands-on training provides advanced competencies in project planning, risk management, leadership, stakeholder engagement, resource optimization, and performance monitoring using globally recognized frameworks and Agile methodologies. Learn how to deliver projects on time, within scope, and on budget while driving strategic value across your organization. Whether you’re managing infrastructure, development programs, IT systems, or change initiatives, this course is your gateway to becoming a certified project leader.
Course Objectives
- Apply advanced project management methodologies and tools in real-world scenarios
- Lead cross-functional teams with confidence using effective project leadership techniques
- Conduct stakeholder analysis, communication planning, and engagement strategies
- Use risk identification, mitigation, and control techniques to manage uncertainty
- Perform in-depth schedule and cost analysis with forecasting and Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Manage programs and portfolios across multiple projects
- Align project execution with organizational strategy and KPIs
Target Audience
- Project & Program Managers
- PMO Directors and Team Leads
- Civil Engineers, IT Managers, and Construction Professionals
- NGO and Development Project Coordinators
- Operations and Strategy Managers
Course Modules
Module 1: Project Management Fundamentals & Frameworks
- Overview of PMBOK®, PRINCE2®, Agile & Hybrid models
- Project phases and lifecycle integration
- Governance, roles, and responsibilities
Module 2: Strategic Project Planning & Initiation
- Developing a project charter and business case
- Conducting feasibility studies and stakeholder mapping
- Defining scope, goals, and deliverables
Module 3: Advanced Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) & Scheduling
- Creating and decomposing WBS
- Task sequencing and activity definition
- Building and managing Gantt Charts & network diagrams
Module 4: Cost Estimation, Budgeting & Financial Control
- Bottom-up, parametric, and analogous cost estimation
- Budget development and control accounts
- Earned Value Management (EVM), CPI, SPI, and forecasting
Module 5: Risk Management & Issue Resolution
- Risk identification, analysis (qualitative & quantitative)
- Building risk registers and mitigation plans
- Issue logging, escalation, and contingency strategies
Module 6: Resource Planning, Procurement & Contract Management
- Human resource planning and team structuring
- Procurement planning and bid evaluation
- Contract lifecycle, negotiation, and vendor performance
Module 7: Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Management
- Stakeholder identification and influence matrix
- Developing a communication strategy and schedule
- Conflict resolution and stakeholder satisfaction metrics
Module 8: Monitoring, Control & Performance Reporting
- Tracking KPIs, baselines, and performance dashboards
- Integrated change control and variance analysis
- Preparing executive status reports and lessons learned
Module 9: Program & Portfolio Management
- Managing interrelated projects under a program
- Portfolio prioritization and alignment with strategy
- Benefits realization and business value tracking
Module 10: Project Simulation & Presentation
- End-to-end simulation of a complex project
- Project team collaboration and execution
- Presentation of project plan, dashboard, and outcomes to panel
Key Beneficiaries / Users
- Government departments and public sector project units
- Construction, engineering, and real estate project teams
- ICT and systems development managers
- NGOs and donor-funded program teams
- Private sector professionals seeking certification and promotion
- Development agencies and multilateral projects staff
General Information
✅ Instructor-Led Sessions: Delivered by certified experts with vast project management experience
✅ Practical Learning: Use of real-world scenarios, hands-on simulations & professional case studies
✅ Certificate of Completion: Receive a globally recognized Project Management Certificate
✅ Flexible Learning: Choose between Full-time (5 days) or Part-time (2 weeks) options
✅ Training Format: Offered both Onsite (Stepsure Training Centers or client venue) and Live Online for global access
✅ Post-Training Mentorship: Continued support and professional guidance from instructors
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