Course on Fundamentals of Excellence in Project Management: Leadership and Effective Planning

In a world shaped by complexity and rapid change, project management has become a cornerstone of institutional success. Excellence in this field requires not only technical knowledge but also the ability to lead with clarity and plan with precision. Fundamentals of Excellence in Project Management: Leadership and Effective Planning course, offered by Geneve Institute of Business Management, equips participants with essential skills and insights to manage projects efficiently and deliver lasting value.

Target Group

• New project managers and those preparing for leadership roles.

• Project coordinators and team members seeking to enhance their organizational skills.

• Planning and monitoring professionals across public and private sectors.

• Individuals aiming to integrate excellence and professionalism into project execution.

Objectives

• Provide a solid foundation in core principles of successful project management.

• Develop leadership capabilities to guide teams and elevate performance.

• Strengthen planning skills for effective scope, schedule, and quality control.

• Enable timely, budget-conscious execution of projects aligned with strategic goals.

Course Outline

• Introduction to Project Management

  • Definition and key characteristics of projects.

  • Differentiating routine operations from project-based work.

  • Phases of the project life cycle.

  • Critical factors affecting project success and failure.

• The Role of Leadership in Projects

  • Distinguishing leadership from management within teams.

  • Traits of effective project leaders.

  • Building trust and influence among stakeholders.

  • Navigating leadership challenges under pressure.

• Defining and Documenting Project Scope

  • Identifying objectives and stakeholder expectations.

  • Developing a clear and comprehensive scope statement.

  • Managing scope changes effectively.

  • Aligning project scope with organizational strategy.

• Creating the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

  • Understanding the concept and purpose of WBS.

  • Steps for breaking down deliverables into tasks.

  • Logical sequencing of project activities.

  • Utilizing WBS for control and reporting.

• Time Planning and Scheduling

  • Identifying project tasks and their relationships.

  • Applying network diagramming techniques.

  • Accurately estimating task durations.

  • Building the master project schedule.

• Managing Project Costs

  • Estimating costs by activity and resource.

  • Preparing and allocating the project budget.

  • Monitoring financial deviations.

  • Applying financial performance indicators.

• Risk Management in Projects

  • Recognizing internal and external sources of risk.

  • Evaluating risk probability and impact.

  • Crafting proactive risk response plans.

  • Embedding risk controls in overall project planning.

• Quality Management and Performance Control

  • Defining quality within the project context.

  • Establishing measurable quality standards.

  • Tools for continuous quality improvement.

  • Internal review and quality auditing practices.

• Human Resource Management in Projects

  • Clarifying team roles and accountability.

  • Selecting and assigning project personnel.

  • Creating cohesive, motivated project teams.

  • Tracking performance and maintaining engagement.

• Project Closure and Deliverables Handover

  • Formal steps for closing a project.

  • Assessing project results against initial objectives.

  • Capturing and documenting lessons learned.

  • Finalizing deliverables and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction.