Project Management Essentials™
Project Management Course Features
SUBJECT
Project Management
DURATION
2 Days
CERTIFICATION
ILM-Recognised
TRAINER
Nicholas C. Hill FCMI FIoL FIC
PARTICIPANTS
Leaders and Managers
DELIVERY
Open Scheduled • 1-2-1 • In-House Tailored
FORMAT
Classroom • Virtual Classroom • Hybrid
MATERIALS
Hard Copy Workbooks • Digital Workbooks
Instructor-Led Project Management Training
Master Trainer Nicholas Hill
Nicholas C. Hill FCMI FIoL FIC is a seasoned master trainer and the creator of 68 ILM-Recognised courses. His training is high-impact and results-driven, presented in classroom and virtual classroom formats. Since 1996, he has delivered training for over 700 organisations, leading to team improvements of up to 234% in performance, 136% in efficiency, and 104% in productivity.
Project Management Course Summary
Module 1
Project Management Foundations
Module 2
Project Initiation Processes
Module 3
Scope and Schedule Planning
Module 4
Cost and Quality Management
Module 5
Project Risk Management
Module 6
Project Execution and Monitoring
Module 7
Project Team Management
Module 8
Project Closure and Evaluation
Participant Challenges
You face constant project delays, missed deadlines, and scope creep that spirals out of control, leading to wasted resources and frustration. Unclear objectives and poor planning create confusion, while stakeholder demands shift unpredictably, causing setbacks. Budget overruns and cost miscalculations threaten project viability, putting your credibility at risk. A lack of structured risk management leaves your team vulnerable to unforeseen challenges. Without precise execution and monitoring strategies, projects derail, impacting business performance. If these issues persist, efficiency declines, opportunities are lost, and reputational damage follows. You must act now to prevent further setbacks and regain control.
Course Objectives
Designed and delivered by Nicholas Hill Academy Ltd, this course equips you with essential project management skills to drive efficiency, reduce risks, and achieve project success. You master structured planning to prevent delays, cost overruns, and miscommunication. Your ability to manage risks and adapt to challenges enhances team performance, ensuring smoother project execution. Stakeholder engagement strengthens, improving collaboration and trust. You maintain project alignment and accountability by implementing strategic monitoring and control techniques. Your organisation benefits from streamlined processes, improved resource management, and higher project success rates, positioning you as a leader in effective project delivery.
Day One
Planning Successful Projects™
Module 1: Project Management Foundations
Outcomes
• Understand the fundamental characteristics of a project before planning your work • Appreciate the purpose and importance of project management in your organisation • Familiarise yourself with PMI and the PMBOK Guide to understand industry standards
Syllabus
Project Characteristics, Project Constraints, Project Life Cycle, Project Management Processes, Organisational Structures, Governance Frameworks, PMI Standards, PMBOK Guide, Agile Management, Waterfall Management, Project Stakeholders
Module 2: Project Initiation Processes
Outcomes
• Grasp project initiation steps to start and manage your projects more effectively • Develop a project charter to define and guide your initiatives in a formal manner • Identify stakeholders and their roles to ensure comprehensive project engagement
Syllabus
Project Selection, Feasibility Studies, Cost-Benefit Analysis, Project Charter, Stakeholder Identification, Communication Planning, Initial Risk Assessment, High-Level Scope, Project Assumptions, Business Objectives Alignment, Authority Delegation, Project Kickoff
Module 3: Scope and Schedule Planning
Outcomes
• Draft and define the scope and objectives for your project goals in plain English • Develop a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to organise and manage your tasks • Create a strict but realistic project schedule to plan your project's timeline
Syllabus
Scope Management, Work Breakdown, Decomposition, Task Dependencies, Milestone Identification, Scheduling, Critical Path, Resource Allocation, Time Estimation, Baselines, Performance Metrics, Change Control Processes, Scope Verification, Deliverable Tracking
Module 4: Cost and Quality Management
Outcomes
• Understand project cost management rules to set and control your budgets • Develop calculated project budgets to ensure financial control over your work • Learn quality management principles to maintain high standards in your projects
Syllabus
Cost Estimation, Budgeting, Cost Baseline, Financial Forecasting, Cost Control, Earned Value Management, Variance Analysis, Procurement Strategies, Contract Management, Supplier Evaluation, Quality Planning, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Process Improvement
Day Two
Executing Successful Projects™
Module 5: Project Risk Management
Outcomes
• Identify and assess possible risks to forecast potential issues in your projects • Formulate risk response strategies to mitigate adverse impacts on projects • Appreciate the importance of communication in enhancing stakeholder interactions
Syllabus
Risk Identification, Risk Categorisation, Risk Probability, Risk Impact, Qualitative Risks, Quantitative Risks, Risk Response Planning, Contingency Planning, Residual Risks, Risk Appetite, Risk Tolerance, Risk Monitoring, Risk Mitigation, Risk Communication
Module 6: Project Execution and Monitoring
Outcomes
• Implement strategic plans to bring your projects to life and achieve your goals • Track and control progress to keep your projects aligned and on track • Use performance measurement tools to evaluate and monitor project success
Syllabus
Project Execution, Performance Measurement, Monitoring Techniques, Status Reporting, Change Impact, Earned Value, Key Performance, Corrective Actions, Issue Resolution, Real-Time Data, Project Dashboards, Resource Tracking, Lessons Learned, Change Control
Module 7: Project Team Management
Outcomes
• Clearly define your role as the project manager to lead and manage your team • Learn project team management techniques to boost productivity and teamwork • Recognise how to improve your stakeholder engagement to ensure project success
Syllabus
Team Formation, Job Roles, Job Responsibilities, Motivation Theories, Project Conflict Resolution, Performance Management, Project Communication, Project Team Development, Cultural Considerations, Team Decision-Making, Stakeholder Influence
Module 8: Project Closure and Evaluation
Outcomes
• Grasp comprehensive closure steps to conclude and review your projects properly • Document the lessons you learned to improve future projects and practices • Know when to schedule your project reviews and audits to conduct full evaluations
Syllabus
Completion Criteria, Deliverables Review, Contract Closure, Administrative Closure, Knowledge Transfer, Post-Implementation Review, Stakeholder Satisfaction, Lessons Learned, Budget Reconciliation, Project Performance Metrics, Project Handover, Archiving, Compliance Verification
Project Management Training Delivery
Open Scheduled Course
Develop Your Skills
Enjoy powerful and cost-effective learning and development from the comfort of your home or office. Benefit from our practical and relevant training content while interacting with our master trainer and like-minded delegates from other industries.
- Leaders and Managers
- 2 Days
- Virtual Classroom
1-2-1 Tailored Course
Master Your Skills
Solve your workplace problems in private and in confidence. Receive undivided personal attention and explore modules tailored to your needs. Schedule the training to suit your pace and calendar, then watch your knowledge and skills go through the roof.
- Management Level Tailored
- 2 Days • 4 Half Days • 8 Quarter Days
- Classroom • Virtual Classroom
In-House Tailored Course
Develop Your Team
Engage in team building and develop unity through shared goals that align your team’s thinking and behaviour. We facilitate your team discussions and tailor our modules, timings, and delivery style to your organisational vision, mission, and culture.
- Management Level Tailored
- 2 Days • 4 Half Days • 8 Quarter Days
- Classroom • Virtual Classroom
Project Management Open Courses
Included Materials
- Certificate of Achievement
- Digital Interactive Workbooks
- Professional Leader Subscription
- Pre-Course Diagnostic Consultation
- Post-Course Results Consultation
- Post-Course Email Mentoring
Optional Materials
- ILM-Recognised Certificate
- Hard Copy Workbooks
- Hard Copy Leadership Journal
- Leadership Principles Merchandise
- Leadership Style Mapping
- Post-Course Leadership Coaching
Course Features
- Master Trainer
- 2 Days Training
- 09:00 - 17:00 GMT/BST
- Leaders and Managers
- 5 Delegates Capacity
- Virtual Classroom
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Start
15 May, 2025
End
22 Sep, 2025
- Project Management Essentials
- 04 Places Remaining
£895
+VAT PER DELEGATE
Training Course Reviews
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