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24/10/2024Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Preparation
£4,000.00
Overview:
This course is designed to prepare participants for the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam. It covers all aspects of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) and equips participants with the knowledge and tools necessary for effective project management.
Program Objectives:
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of PMI’s project management processes and methodologies.
- Master the key phases of project management: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closing.
- Develop detailed project schedules, cost estimates, and resource management plans.
- Effectively manage project risks, communications, and stakeholder engagements.
- Prepare thoroughly for the PMP certification exam.
Target Audience:
- Aspiring project managers preparing for PMP certification.
- Experienced project managers looking to formalize and enhance their project management expertise.
- Professionals responsible for managing complex or large-scale projects.
- Team leaders and executives accountable for project delivery and outcomes.
Program Outline:
Day 1: Introduction to Project Management and PMP Framework
- Understanding the PMP certification and its significance.
- Introduction to PMBOK and its knowledge areas.
- The role of a project manager and leadership styles.
- Project lifecycle and phases.
- Stakeholder identification and engagement strategies.
Day 2: Scope, Time, and Cost Management
- Defining project scope and creating a work breakdown structure (WBS).
- Project scheduling techniques: Critical path method (CPM) and Gantt charts.
- Cost estimation, budgeting, and earned value management (EVM).
- Techniques for managing project constraints.
- Case studies on scope, time, and cost management.
Day 3: Quality and Risk Management
- Quality planning, assurance, and control techniques.
- Tools for continuous quality improvement.
- Risk identification, assessment, and prioritization.
- Risk mitigation and response strategies.
- Case studies on project risk management.
Day 4: Resource and Communication Management
- Resource allocation and team management strategies.
- Motivating and developing project teams.
- Communication planning and performance reporting.
- Managing stakeholder communication.
- Techniques for effective collaboration and conflict resolution.
Day 5: Integration and Professional Responsibility
- Project integration management and coordination techniques.
- Managing changes and project control mechanisms.
- Professional ethics and responsibility in project management.
- PMP code of conduct and ethical decision-making.
- Final preparation and exam tips for PMP certification.