15 Topics
10 Days
75 Sessions
Programme Overview
Training Description
Who Should Attend
- eam leaders and department heads
- Business and operations professionals
- Administrative and support staff involved in projects
- Finance, HR, procurement, IT, and marketing professionals working on projects
- Subject-matter experts and technical specialists
- Employees transitioning into project-based roles
- Professionals who regularly coordinate tasks, teams, or initiatives
- Entrepreneurs and business owners managing organizational projects
- Anyone who wants practical project management skills without pursuing a formal project management certification
Session Objectives
- Understand the fundamentals of the project life cycle
- Define project scope and deliverables clearly
- Create a simple project schedule and timeline
- Identify and manage project risks and issues
- Communicate effectively with project stakeholders
- Differentiate between a project and routine work
- Understand the importance of a project charter
- Manage expectations of team members and stakeholders
- Close out a project successfully
- Apply project management principles in a practical way
About the Course
Project Management for Non-Project Managers is a practical training course designed for professionals who are involved in projects but do not have formal project management responsibilities or qualifications. The course introduces essential project management principles, tools, and techniques that participants can immediately apply to their everyday work.
Participants will learn how to define project objectives, develop realistic plans, manage timelines and resources, identify and respond to risks, communicate effectively with stakeholders, monitor progress, and contribute to successful project delivery. The course emphasizes practical approaches that help non-project managers work confidently and effectively within project teams.
Curriculum & Topics
15 Topics | 75 Sessions
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Workshop 1.1:
• What is a project?
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Workshop 1.2:
• The project life cycle simplified
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Workshop 1.3:
• The role of an "accidental" project manager
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Workshop 1.4:
• The benefits of a structured approach
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Workshop 1.5:
• Common mistakes to avoid
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Workshop 2.1:
• The importance of a project charter
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Workshop 2.2:
• Defining clear project goals and objectives
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Workshop 2.3:
• Identifying and documenting project assumptions
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Workshop 2.4:
• The difference between needs and wants
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Workshop 2.5:
• The importance of a formal kickoff
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Workshop 3.1:
• The importance of a project scope statement
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Workshop 3.2:
• Techniques for defining your boundaries
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Workshop 3.3:
• Creating a simple Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
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Workshop 3.4:
• What to include and what to exclude
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Workshop 3.5:
• How to prevent scope creep
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Workshop 4.1:
• The importance of a simple project plan
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Workshop 4.2:
• Identifying key project tasks
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Workshop 4.3:
• Estimating time for each task
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Workshop 4.4:
• Using a simple Gantt chart
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Workshop 4.5:
• The role of a critical path
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Workshop 5.1:
• How to identify and secure resources
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Workshop 5.2:
• Estimating a basic project budget
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Workshop 5.3:
• The importance of a contingency plan
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Workshop 5.4:
• Managing your time and team's time
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Workshop 5.5:
• The benefits of resource allocation
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Workshop 6.1:
• What is a risk versus an issue?
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Workshop 6.2:
• Identifying potential project risks
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Workshop 6.3:
• Developing a simple risk log
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Workshop 6.4:
• The importance of a mitigation plan
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Workshop 6.5:
• How to handle unexpected issues
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Workshop 7.1:
• The importance of a communication plan
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Workshop 7.2:
• Identifying your stakeholders
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Workshop 7.3:
• Best practices for status updates
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Workshop 7.4:
• How to run a productive meeting
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Workshop 7.5:
• Managing stakeholder expectations
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Workshop 8.1:
• The importance of staying on track
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Workshop 8.2:
• How to motivate your team
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Workshop 8.3:
• The role of regular check-ins
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Workshop 8.4:
• Dealing with challenges and roadblocks
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Workshop 8.5:
• The importance of adaptability
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Workshop 9.1:
• What is project quality?
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Workshop 9.2:
• The importance of clear quality standards
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Workshop 9.3:
• The role of a quality checklist
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Workshop 9.4:
• Ensuring deliverables meet expectations
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Workshop 9.5:
• The benefits of a quality-focused mindset
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Workshop 10.1:
• The importance of tracking progress
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Workshop 10.2:
• Measuring performance against your plan
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Workshop 10.3:
• Making adjustments as needed
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Workshop 10.4:
• The benefits of a proactive approach
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Workshop 10.5:
• The role of a project dashboard
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Workshop 11.1:
• The importance of a team charter
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Workshop 11.2:
• Defining roles and responsibilities
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Workshop 11.3:
• The benefits of a shared workspace
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Workshop 11.4:
• How to handle team conflicts
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Workshop 11.5:
• The importance of celebrating successes
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Workshop 12.1:
• The importance of documenting your decisions
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Workshop 12.2:
• The role of a project notebook
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Workshop 12.3:
• An overview of simple project tools
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Workshop 12.4:
• The benefits of using templates
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Workshop 12.5:
• The importance of a central repository
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Workshop 13.1:
• The importance of a formal sign-off
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Workshop 13.2:
• How to wrap up your project
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Workshop 13.3:
• Conducting a simple lessons learned session
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Workshop 13.4:
• Archiving project documents
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Workshop 13.5:
• The importance of a final report
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Workshop 14.1:
• The importance of prioritizing tasks
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Workshop 14.2:
• Using techniques like Pomodoro or time blocking
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Workshop 14.3:
• The role of a to-do list
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Workshop 14.4:
• The benefits of a focused work session
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Workshop 14.5:
• The importance of managing your energy
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Workshop 15.1:
• The importance of a clear decision process
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Workshop 15.2:
• The role of a decision matrix
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Workshop 15.3:
• The benefits of involving your team
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Workshop 15.4:
• The importance of clear criteria
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Workshop 15.5:
• The dangers of "analysis paralysis"
General Notes
- This course will be delivered by our experts and professionals in data analysis with vast experience. The workshop will be highly interactive
- Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.
- Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate.
- The training will be conducted by PB Institute of Research and Technology
- The training fee covers tuition fees, training materials, lunch and training venue. Accommodation and airport transfer are arranged for our participants upon request
