Manage Projects

Overview

This program provides an overview to managing a project for those involved in low value, low risk projects, or multiple, independent projects. The content includes a conceptual understanding of the four phases of project management - initiation, development, implementation and finalisation.

A variety of practical activities, including a simulation exercise, provide an opportunity for participants to practise the concepts and language of project management. An understanding of the team skills vital to project success forms an integral part of the program.

Manage Projects is designed for:

• project team members
• those people new to project management
• operational people for whom project management is a part of their role
• team leaders
• marketing coordinators.

Content

• project lifecycle and phases of a project
• the initiation phase
• planning and controlling the project
• implementing and monitoring of the project
• finalising the project
• communication techniques.

Learning outcomes

• describe the different stages of a project
• describe the role and management responsibilities of those who manage projects
• understand the importance of planning and control and their implications for project management
• identify key project management terminology
• roles and responsibilities of managing a project.

Units of competency

• BSBPMG510A Manage projects

Duration
1 day