Experienced project managers already know that efficient and technical execution of a schedule is not enough to make a project successful. This approach can result in "well-managed projects" with little or no benefit to the organization. Our advanced project management courses explore alternative approaches to effectively managing more challenging projects.

Advanced project management courses recognize that managing the political and technical content of a project is critical. Participants should have at least 5 years of project management experience. The approach chosen is to make participants think about how they would carry out their responsibilities as an experienced professional project manager. The goal of the Advanced Project Management course is to make individual project performance more predictable and to align management actions with project success.

Who Should Attend?

• Experienced Project Managers.
• Senior Project Management Professionals.
• Individuals who are actively involved in managing projects across various industries and sectors.
• Project Management Team Members.
• Consultants and advisors who provide project management services to organizations.
• Business owners and entrepreneurs who oversee multiple projects within their organizations and are interested in learning advanced project management strategies.
• Individuals preparing for advanced project management certifications such as the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Develop advanced leadership abilities to effectively guide project teams and stakeholders through challenging situations and dynamic project environments.
• Advanced techniques for project planning, scheduling, and resource management to optimize project timelines and resource allocation.
• Advanced strategies for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating project risks to minimize potential disruptions and ensure project success.
• Develop advanced communication skills to effectively engage stakeholders, manage expectations, and foster collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Understand advanced quality management principles and techniques to ensure project deliverables meet or exceed stakeholders' expectations and industry standards.
• Establish robust project governance frameworks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
• Explore advanced change management practices to proactively manage project changes and adapt to evolving project requirements and stakeholder needs.

• Advanced Project Management Principles and Concepts
  • Review of foundational project management principles
  • Advanced project management methodologies (Agile, Lean, Critical Chain)
  • Strategic alignment of projects with organizational objectives
  • Project management maturity models and frameworks
• Advanced Project Planning and Scheduling
  • Advanced project planning techniques
  • Resource leveling and optimization
  • Critical path analysis and scheduling constraints
  • Earned value management (EVM) and performance metrics
• Risk Management and Mitigation Strategies
  • Advanced risk identification techniques
  • Quantitative risk analysis and probabilistic modeling
  • Risk response planning and contingency strategies
  • Real-time risk monitoring and adaptive risk management
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
  • Advanced stakeholder analysis and engagement strategies
  • Effective communication in complex project environments
  • Managing stakeholder expectations and resolving conflicts
  • Leveraging communication technology for project collaboration
• Quality Management and Continuous Improvement
  • Advanced quality management principles (Six Sigma, Total Quality Management)
  • Quality assurance vs. quality control
  • Continuous improvement methodologies (Kaizen, Lean Six Sigma)
  • Performance excellence frameworks (Baldrige, EFQM)
• Project Governance and Compliance
  • Establishing project governance structures and oversight mechanisms
  • Regulatory compliance and legal considerations
  • Project audit and assurance processes
  • Ethical considerations in project management
• Leading High-Performing Project Teams
  • Advanced leadership theories and styles
  • Motivating and empowering project teams
  • Building and sustaining high-performance team cultures
  • Coaching and mentoring for project success
• Managing Complex Project Environments
  • Managing project complexity and uncertainty
  • Adaptive project management approaches
  • Change management strategies for project resilience
  • Leading projects in diverse and global contexts
• Project Closure and Lessons Learned
  • Closing out projects effectively and efficiently
  • Conducting post-project reviews and lessons learned sessions
  • Knowledge management and organizational learning
  • Transitioning project deliverables to operations and maintenance