project management skills

If businesses are to meet the challenges of today, they need the tools and techniques of tomorrow in order to stay ahead. That demands an in-depth knowledge of project management and the ability to continually fine tune strategies to meet - and exceed - defined targets. In this course you'll study the entire project management process, from initiating a project to evaluating and auditing effectiveness and performance on completion.

project management skills- uk (England, Scotland, Wales)

On completion of the course you will be able to:
Understand the fundamental concepts of project management.
Explain the processes involved in initiating a project.
Define what is meant by scope, and understand its importance within effective project management.
Use resource, cost and duration estimation techniques.
Develop and fine tune schedules to meet duration constraints.
Understand the need for procurement, contract types and contract administration.
Outline risk assessment practices and processes.
Appreciate the need to assure quality and balance quality and time constraints.
Manage project information and communications in an organized manner.
Implement effective team building and evaluate the roles of staff within a team.
Explain and evaluate project control systems.
Assess project evaluation and audit processes.

Previous experience required:
Before you start this course you need a basic understanding of the need for project management and an interest in the principles of effective project management.

Northern Ireland and Ireland project management skills