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Practical Project Management

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Become a successful modern project manager without the hassle of using project management software.

Next date
15 Jul 2025, 9am
Delivery
In Person
Location
Wellington
Duration
2 days
CPD/PLD Hours
15

Course overview

This two day course is perfect for those people wishing to gain comprehensive knowledge of the tools and techniques used in successful project management. At the completion of this course you will have the knowledge of a wide range of professional and practical project management processes, tools, and techniques. You will be able to contribute to, or lead, successful projects. 

Facilitated by

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Sean Whitaker

Course modules

  1. An Introduction to The Profession of Project Management
  2. Project Selection Techniques
  3. Project Approval and Closure
  4. Benefits, Management and Realisation
  5. An Introduction to Agile Ways of Working
  6. Scope Definition and the Creation of the
  7. Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  8. Cost and Time Estimating Techniques
  9. Project Budgeting and Earned Value Management (EVM)
  10. Preparing a Project Schedule
  11. Project Risk Management
  12. Stakeholder and Communications Management
  13. Team Development and Leadership

 

 

Here's what others are saying

“This course gave a great overview of project management in a way that was easy to understand. I found it extremely helpful. Sean the presenter was engaging and approachable.”

“Absolutely fantastic! Clear, easy to understand, implementable and FUN!!”

“Very useful and practical scan of foundation concepts and approaches to project management. Great to have this from somebody who has an obvious wealth of experience and expertise.”

Upcoming Courses & Delivery Options

15 Jul 2025 | Wellington

Duration: 2 days

$1795

excl. GST

14 Oct 2025 | Wellington

Duration: 2 days

$1795

excl. GST

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