Project Management Cycle

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Learn the processes and tools of the Adaptive Project Management Methodology (APMM). Development projects are becoming more complex and there is an in-creasing pressure to show results. The current traditional project management methodologies are not enough to respond to these new challenges. It is always difficult to predict how events or circumstances will evolve and impact a project. Changes in the social, economic, political environment can have significant impact on a project. Projects are designed and planned based on many assumptions, a traditional project management methodology assumes that one can predict with some certainty all the changes over time, but these assumptions are often wrong. Even if one spends the time to develop detailed plans, but by the time they are implemented, they are already out-of-date. Projects need the flexibility to adapt to the changing context, the need for a meth-odology that facilitates adaptability and respond to new and changing circumstanc-es in order to achieve the desired results. Adaptive project management is based on learning by doing, requires access to good information and a robust monitoring plan that provides information to assess changes in the context and make the re-quired changes.

The course will be held in Washington D.C. See our website for the upcoming dates. The course uses the methodology of Active Learn-ing (learning by doing) that focuses on the learning process through the implementation and use of tools and techniques. Participants will be organized into teams to complete learning activities based on a case study and share their experiences in developing the exercises.

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About this course The course has duration of three weeks. Each week students will work on the activities and exercises required to meet the learning objectives. Participants require an average of one hour per day to com-plete the assigned activities. This course is specifically designed to focus on the practical application of project management concepts. Key topics of focus include overview of modern project manage-ment, developing a project plan and managing resources, monitoring progress, communicating to stakeholders, conducting effective meetings, updating project plans and managing project issues.

Audience

This is the perfect course for those new to the role of project manager and also for team members who want to develop their knowledge of project management terminology and procedures. Course participants include: team members, program managers, project supervisors and project managers wishing to increase their skills and knowledge to understand the tools and techniques to manage a project.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of the Project Management Cycle course participants will: Understand the concepts of project life cycle phases and project management process groups and how they are dif-ferent. Describe the project cycle and the management techniques required to plan, implement, monitor, adapt and close a project successfully. Identify the key activities that must be managed to ensure project success. Understand all the steps involved in managing a new project, from beginning to end.

Material Participants to the course will receive a binder with a copy of all the presentations, exercises and an USB flash drive with all the reference material used during the course. Participants will receive an electronic copy of the presentations and templates used during the course. Additionally, the USB will contain a library of reference material and ebooks on project management at no extra cost.

Registration fees The course fee is due before the start of the course; you can receive a 20% discount if payment is made one week before the course starts. On the registration page you can choose your preferred payment methods. We accept all major credit cards in a secure online payment system. If you have any questions or require more instructions to send your payment please contact us at info@pm4dev Reference: Course-PMC. We offer additional discounts for groups from development organizations.

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Course Syllabus

Day 1: Concepts and Project Initiation Phase

Concepts and Defini ons

The Project Management Cycle

Project Design

Logical Framework Matrix

Project Proposal

Project Ini a on Phase

Day 2: Planning and Implementing Phase

Development of Management Plans

Managing the Four Constrains

Issue Management

Team Development

Assump ons and Risk Management

Stakeholder Communica ons

Day 3: Monitoring, Adapting and Closing Phase

Monitoring indicators

Performance Monitoring

Change Control

Adap ng the Project

Learning Management

Project Closure

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Instructions Fees. The course fee is USD$600 and is due before the start of the

course, you can receive a 20% discount if payment is made one week before the start of the course

Group Discounts: For groups or organizations that want to register 3 or more students we offer an additional 10% discount.

Course Limit: The course is limited to 20 students per class. Course Duration: The course is three days, training sessions start at

9:00 am and end at 5:00 pm. Materials. Participants will receive a binder with all the course materi-

als including a free copy of the book Fundamentals of project Manage-ment

Course Credit. This course provides 30 PDUs (Professional Develop-ment Units)* or 30 contact hours.

Course Venue: The course will be held in a central location in Washing-ton D.C., a walking distance to a metro station; Wi-Fi enabled, coffee and a light lunch will be provided during the three day event.

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Certificate Students that successfully complete the course will receive a completion certificate. The certificate is a demonstration that you have learned the con-cepts and techniques of managing a project cycle ; it is a valuable credential for your professional growth. Upon receiving your certificate, you will join a growing number of people who are building their competencies to increase their skills and knowledge to improve the quality of the projects they manage. The certificate is deliv-ered on the last day of the course.

Certification Program This course is part of the PM4DEV Certification Program. The Certifi-cate in Development Project Management (CDPM®) addresses the people skills and real-world practices required for successful project managers. The PM4DEV certificate program provides you with a comprehensive introduction to development project management. To earn the certifi-cate, you will select and complete three courses that best meet your individual learning objectives. You may also register for one or more individual courses if you are interested in specific topics in project management or want to learn a new skill. Certification Levels: Participants who successfully complete the requirements will receive the Certificate in Development Project Management from PM4DEV. CDPM Level I Three Courses Total credit hours 90 hrs. (9 CEUs) - PMC - Project Management Cycle (6 CEUs) - One elective online course (3 CEUs) CDPM Level II Four Courses Total credit hours 120 hrs. (12 CEUs) - PMC - Project Management Cycle (6 CEUs) - Online course - Leadership in Project Management (3 CEUs) - One elective online courses (3 CEUs)

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PM4DEV is a Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.), approved by the Pro-ject Management Institute (PMI)® to issue professional development units (PDU's) for its project management training courses. Our instructors are experienced trainers and project managers who are PMP® certified. Our comprehensive courses in project management theory, fundamentals, principles and practices are designed around industry best practices and based on the Project Management Institute’s (PMI®) Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®). We are confident in our ability to provide comprehensive, practical courses that will enable you to further your project management education.

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