16 Topics
10 Days
Programme Overview
Training Description
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for;
- Senior Project Managers
- Program Managers
- Portfolio Managers
- PMO Directors
- Project Consultants
- Business Leaders
- Professionals aiming for a strategic role
- Agile Coaches
- Scrum Masters
- Anyone responsible for project selection and prioritization
Session Objectives
- Understand the link between projects and corporate strategy
- Develop skills in portfolio and program management
- Master advanced stakeholder analysis and engagement
- Learn to manage projects in complex and uncertain environments
- Identify and mitigate strategic risks
- Communicate project value to executive leadership
- Apply business acumen to project decisions
- Lead with a strategic mindset
- Evaluate project performance from a business perspective
- Create a personal strategic development plan
About the Course
In today's fast-paced business environment, project management has evolved beyond simply delivering on time and budget. The "Strategic Project Management: Navigating Complexity and Driving Business Value Training Course" is designed to empower project professionals to think strategically, aligning every project decision with the organization's overarching goals. This course will equip you with the advanced skills to not only manage projects but to lead them as strategic initiatives, ensuring they create a lasting impact and contribute directly to the business's competitive advantage. We will explore how to identify, prioritize, and execute projects that truly matter.
This 10-day intensive training will transform your approach to project management, shifting your focus from tactical execution to strategic leadership. You will learn to use powerful tools for portfolio management, stakeholder analysis, and risk mitigation from a business perspective. By the end of this program, you will be able to articulate the business value of your projects, influence senior leadership, and confidently navigate organizational politics to ensure your projects' success. This course is a crucial step for any project professional looking to advance their career and become an indispensable strategic partner.
Curriculum & Topics
16 Topics | 10 Days
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Subtopic 1.1:
The evolution of project management
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Subtopic 1.2:
From tactical to strategic thinking
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Subtopic 1.3:
The role of a project manager in strategy execution
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Subtopic 1.4:
The benefits of a strategic approach
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Subtopic 1.5:
The importance of alignment
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Subtopic 2.1:
The components of a business strategy
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Subtopic 2.2:
Understanding vision, mission, and goals
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Subtopic 2.3:
The role of a project in achieving strategic objectives
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Subtopic 2.4:
The importance of a clear strategy
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Subtopic 2.5:
The benefits of a shared understanding
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Subtopic 3.1:
The definition of a project portfolio
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Subtopic 3.2:
The principles of portfolio selection
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Subtopic 3.3:
Techniques for portfolio prioritization
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Subtopic 3.4:
The role of a portfolio manager
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Subtopic 3.5:
The benefits of a balanced portfolio
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Subtopic 4.1:
The difference between a project and a program
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Subtopic 4.2:
The principles of program governance
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Subtopic 4.3:
Techniques for managing interdependencies
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Subtopic 4.4:
The role of a program manager
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Subtopic 4.5:
The benefits of a coordinated approach
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Subtopic 5.1:
Identifying and mapping key stakeholders
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Subtopic 5.2:
Techniques for analyzing stakeholder influence
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Subtopic 5.3:
Strategies for engaging with stakeholders
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Subtopic 5.4:
The importance of managing expectations
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Subtopic 5.5:
The benefits of a proactive approach
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Subtopic 6.1:
The difference between operational and strategic risk
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Subtopic 6.2:
Techniques for identifying strategic risks
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Subtopic 6.3:
Strategies for mitigating strategic risks
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Subtopic 6.4:
The role of a project manager in risk oversight
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Subtopic 6.5:
The benefits of a comprehensive risk plan
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Subtopic 7.1:
The characteristics of complex projects
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Subtopic 7.2:
The principles of complex project leadership
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Subtopic 7.3:
Strategies for navigating ambiguity
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Subtopic 7.4:
The importance of adaptability
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Subtopic 7.5:
The benefits of a flexible mindset
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Subtopic 8.1:
The importance of financial literacy
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Subtopic 8.2:
Understanding the project's financial impact
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Subtopic 8.3:
The role of a project manager in financial oversight
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Subtopic 8.4:
The benefits of a data-driven approach
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Subtopic 8.5:
The importance of a clear financial model
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Subtopic 9.1:
The concept of benefits realization management
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Subtopic 9.2:
Techniques for measuring project value
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Subtopic 9.3:
Strategies for a clear value proposition
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Subtopic 9.4:
The role of a project manager in benefits tracking
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Subtopic 9.5:
The benefits of a results-oriented approach
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Subtopic 10.1:
The importance of a clear and concise message
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Subtopic 10.2:
Techniques for presenting to executive leadership
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Subtopic 10.3:
Strategies for influencing without authority
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Subtopic 10.4:
The role of a trusted advisor
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Subtopic 10.5:
The benefits of a persuasive communication style
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Subtopic 11.1:
The importance of a clear governance structure
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Subtopic 11.2:
Techniques for making data-driven decisions
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Subtopic 11.3:
The role of a project manager in a governance board
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Subtopic 11.4:
The benefits of a transparent decision process
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Subtopic 11.5:
The importance of accountability
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Subtopic 12.1:
The principles of change management
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Subtopic 12.2:
The role of a project manager as a change agent
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Subtopic 12.3:
Strategies for managing resistance to change
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Subtopic 12.4:
The benefits of a proactive approach
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Subtopic 12.5:
The importance of a clear communication plan
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Subtopic 13.1:
The characteristics of a strategic leader
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Subtopic 13.2:
The importance of a clear vision
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Subtopic 13.3:
Strategies for motivating a team
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Subtopic 13.4:
The role of a mentor and coach
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Subtopic 13.5:
The benefits of a growth mindset
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Subtopic 14.1:
The principles of continuous improvement
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Subtopic 14.2:
The role of a project manager in fostering innovation
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Subtopic 14.3:
Strategies for a learning organization
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Subtopic 14.4:
The benefits of a feedback loop
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Subtopic 14.5:
The importance of self-reflection
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Subtopic 15.1:
Analyzing real-world strategic projects
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Subtopic 15.2:
Developing a strategic project charter
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Subtopic 15.3:
Presenting your plan to a mock executive board
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Subtopic 15.4:
The importance of a realistic scenario
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Subtopic 15.5:
The role of a mentor in your development
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Subtopic 16.1:
The impact of AI on project management
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Subtopic 16.2:
The importance of emerging technologies
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Subtopic 16.3:
The role of a project professional in a changing world
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Subtopic 16.4:
The benefits of a futuristic mindset
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Subtopic 16.5:
The importance of preparing for what's next
