Course Information
Registration period
Year-round Recruitment
Course Level
Study Mode
Duration
8 Hour(s) 18 Minute(s)
Language
English
Taught by
Corporate Leadership Development Institute Incorporated
Rating
Course Overview
Master the business side of project management and gain practical, hands-on experience beyond theory from day one
This course contains the use of artificial intelligence.
Move beyond project management theory and master the business skills required to run successful projects. This comprehensive course is designed for newcomers to project management and career changers, junior project managers seeking advancement, project schedulers who want to move into management roles, and practicing project managers aiming to strengthen their business and management capabilities. It focuses on the hands-on business expertise you need to navigate the complexities of modern project environments.
The objective of this course is to enable you to hit the ground running.
You will learn how to set up a project for success from the very beginning, mastering the creation of robust budgets, navigating tender processes, and understanding critical legal bylaws.
The curriculum then dives deep into the day-to-day operations of a project manager, covering essential tasks such as multi-project coordination, managing progress payments, evaluating contractor performance, and handling unions issues.
You will also develop the skills to manage crises, terminate contracts, and guide a project to formal closure with professional handover reports.
It’s a mentor-driven course that focuses on the business side of project management. Practical and executive in nature, it bridges the gap between technical project skills and leadership level. Designed to develop business-minded project leaders.
A practical MBA-style guide to project management in the real world.
Taught from the perspective of an experienced Project Manager who’s sharing what’s never found in textbooks.
Something that helps me bridge the gap between technical project skills and executive project leadership.
Immediately signals a high-level, mentor-based, business-oriented course.
It’s a practical and executive course, not academic.
Course Content
- 7 section(s)
- 60 lecture(s)
- Section 1 Introduction to the Course: What to expect.
- Section 2 The Foundation & Mindset of a Project Manager
- Section 3 Project Initiation & Planning
- Section 4 Project Execution & Operational Control
- Section 5 Advanced Topics & Project Closure
- Section 6 Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (OHS) - Safety Legal Requirements
- Section 7 Course Closing Remarks
What You’ll Learn
- Master the business-side of project management, gaining knowledge that normally requires on-the-job mentorship and guidance from an experienced Project Manager., Identify and overcome the top challenges Project Managers face, starting with the critical issue of unclear stakeholder goals., Master the art of managing stakeholder expectations from day one, to ensure project alignment and prevent scope creep., Confidently create project budget through use of SMART model, justify, and defend a project budget by mastering the five core types of project costs., Navigate the tender and procurement process with confidence to select the right contractors, and build a high-performing project team., Understand the role of consultants, and learn how to manage them for maximum value, and return on investment., Proactively identify, and comply with key bylaws, government laws, and legal constraints before they escalate into costly problems., Master the daily routine of an effective Project Manager with a clear checklist of critical tasks, to maintain control and momentum., Implement powerful techniques for ongoing budget management, control, and accurate forecasting to keep your project financially healthy., Execute essential financial processes, including Budget Transfers and Variations, with precision and stakeholder confidence., Administer progress payments, manage retention costs, and conduct contractor performance evaluations to maintain rigorous financial, and quality control., Effectively handle complex on-site issues, including permits to work, union regulations, and labour disputes, to keep the project on track., Develop a practical framework for managing multiple projects simultaneously, without compromising on quality, or personal effectiveness., Lead your project and team with confidence during crises and high-pressure situations to ensure stability, and navigate toward success., Understand the function of a Project Management Office (PMO), and learn how to operate effectively within a larger organizational structure., Leverage Emotional Intelligence (EQ) to build stronger relationships, lead teams more effectively, and skilfully navigate workplace dynamics., Decode the various roles and responsibilities, within a project ecosystem, and learn how to collaborate successfully with each one., Confidently handle the difficult process of terminating a contractor's contract, understanding the necessary legal and practical steps., Execute a seamless professional project handover, and learn how to write a comprehensive Project Closure Report, and that captures key lessons learned., Taught from the perspective of an experienced Project Manager who’s sharing what’s never found in textbooks.
Skills covered in this course
Reviews
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PPeter De Swart
Before this course, I just managed tasks. Now, I understand how to champion projects that deliver true business value. The well-structured curriculum and practical exercises built my confidence tremendously. This is the missing piece for any technical PM wanting a seat at the table.
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CCarlos Banks
This course delivers exceptional real-world value. The well-structured content gave me the practical skills and confidence to justify projects in business terms. The instructor is a true expert and incredibly clear. Highly recommend for any Project Manager wanting to advance their career.
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GGladys Silvania
Highly recommend this comprehensive course! It masterfully covers the real-world business skills every project manager needs. The practical strategies are invaluable, and the instructor's clear and engaging style makes complex concepts easy to grasp. Well-structured and absolutely worth it.
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VVusi Malunga
This is an exceptionally comprehensive and well-structured course that truly lives up to its name. The instructor does a brilliant job of bridging the gap between basic project management and the crucial real-world business acumen required to justify and lead projects successfully. The sections on financial justification and stakeholder management were invaluable. The practical templates and hands-on exercises allowed me to immediately apply what I learned to a current project at work, creating a business case that my leadership team approved. I now feel confident speaking the language of business and connecting project outcomes to strategic goals. The instructor is knowledgeable, clear, and engaging, making complex topics easy to understand. The pace was perfect, and the high-quality resources provided are a fantastic bonus. This course was absolutely worth the money and has provided a fantastic return on investment. I highly recommend it to any project manager looking to advance their career and truly master the business side of projects.
