Project Management: An Introduction

In recent decades, organizations have realized that project management principles used in large-scale projects can be applied to projects of any size to achieve outstanding results. As a result, employees are increasingly expected to understand and apply project management techniques. This workshop provides an overview of the entire project management process and key tools, helping participants implement project management techniques in their everyday work. You will work with various planning documents, such as a needs assessment, risk management plan, and communication plan, all of which will deliver tangible benefits across your organization.

2 Days

R5000 per delegate (VAT inclusive)

  • Onsite: Instructor-led training in Johannesburg
  • Online: Live virtual sessions

This workshop is ideal for:

  • Project managers, team leaders, and anyone involved in managing projects
  • Employees transitioning into project management roles
  • Professionals looking to formalize their project management skills
  • Anyone who wishes to improve their ability to manage projects effectively.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  1. Define Projects, Project Management, and Project Managers
  2. Identify the Five Process Groups and Nine Knowledge Areas as defined by the PMI (Project Management Institute)
  3. Describe the Triple Constraint (Scope, Time, Cost)
  4. Perform a Project Needs Assessment and write goals, requirements, and deliverables
  5. Create Key Project Documents, including project charters and plans
  6. Build a Project Schedule by estimating time, costs, and resources
  7. Understand and Use the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  8. Create Project Planning Documents, such as schedules, risk management plans, and communication plans
  9. Use Planning Tools, including Gantt charts, network diagrams, and RACI charts
  10. Establish and Use Baselines for scope, time, and cost
  11. Monitor and Maintain the Project, tracking progress and resolving issues
  12. Perform Basic Management Tasks, including leading status meetings and ensuring that all project documentation is complete
Top view of a diverse team collaborating in an office setting with laptops and tablets, promoting cooperation.