Project Management Fundamentals

You’ll explore a structured 4-stage approach to project delivery and apply it hands-on as part of a team, tackling real scenarios and planning for success.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the principles and stages of successful project management

• Use simple but effective tools to plan and manage a project from start to finish

• Confidently complete project documentation and communicate project progress

• Work collaboratively within a project team to deliver a successful outcome

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:

• Individuals new to project management who want a practical, people-first approach

• Staff who need a foundation before moving into formal qualifications like PRINCE2

• Teams or departments working on internal projects without a dedicated PM

Prerequisites: No prior project experience required.

Course Outline

Getting Started with Projects

• What makes a project successful?

• Understanding the 7 Principles of Project Management

• What is a project vs a programme?

• Key roles and responsibilities in a project team

Stage 1: Initiation

• Identifying the need and purpose of a project

• Exploring business options and lessons learned

• Creating a business case with risks and benefits

• Appointing a project manager and defining responsibilities

Stage 2: Planning

• Developing a Project Initiation Document (PID)

• Using a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to plan effectively

• Creating a Gantt chart with phases, durations and dependencies

• Building a risk register and communication plan

• Setting your project baseline

Stage 3: Execution & Control

• Tracking progress against plan

• Handling change requests and issues

• Maintaining documentation and updating plans

• Reviewing business case relevance

Stage 4: Closing the Project

• Wrapping up projects effectively

• Completing end-of-project reviews and lessons learned

• Evaluating outcomes and benefits delivered

Reflections & Planning

• Applying the model to your own role

• Identifying ways to implement project thinking at work

• Planning your next steps in project development