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Project Management – Thrive Together Training

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Course Content

Chapter 1: Introduction to Project Management
Definition of Project ( Characteristics of a Project and Boundaries of a Project ) Project : A project is the result of an intervention or action to change the current situation to an ideal future situation with a specific start and finish date and allocation of resources. Characteristics of a Project Boundaries of a Project Definition of Project Management in general: The process and activity of planning, organizing, motivating, and controlling resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals.

Purposes of Project Management

Chapter 2: Problem Mapping
Problem identification -what is problem identification? Identifying the root cause of a problem. Developing a detailed problem statement -how to identify a problem? Stakeholders Identification -Individuals, groups or organization that can affect or be affected by a project -Who can be stakeholders? E.g: NGOs, government bodies, local community. -How to identify stakeholders? Brainstorm. Ask questions. E.g: who’s the end user? Who is actively involved? Who is the local community? Defining of Scope -Why do we need to define the scope of a project? To set the constraints and goals. To act as a guideline on boundaries for which the project will apply. Can make budgeting and scheduling easier -Goals and Objectives(SMART framework) -Specific(relates to scope), Measurable(or quantifiable), Attainable, Realistic, Timely Identification of Key Performance Indicators(KPIs) -Quantifiable indicators. Must be able to compare them over time -E.g. : Number of people that will be affected, Amount of income that can be generated

Chapter 3: Resources Management
Time Management -Importance of time management. To complete the project in time. To avoid extra costs on project implementation -How to manage time in a project? Proper delegation of tasks, Pareto Rule(80/20) -Tools that can be used for effective time management. -E.g. : Gantt chart Financial Management -managing of a project’s cost, revenue and profit -Importance. To keep track of the expenses. To avoid any unnecessary expenses. Keep project on track -How to manage finance during a project? Proper allocation of budget for various expenses. Document expenses. Daily/weekly recap -Post project analysis. Look for deviations Team Management -Building of a team, Important positions in an organization -Finding the right members. Objective-driven. Provide expertise/knowledge. -Tips for managing a team. Effective communication

Chapter 4: Project Implementation

Chapter 5: Evaluation of Project Success
In this chapter, students will delve into the profound realm of project evaluation, exploring both its role and the overarching goal it serves within the context of successful project management. The chapter guides learners through the complexity of evaluating project success, offering insightful methodologies and tools to measure project outcomes against predefined objectives. Through a comprehensive exploration of key performance indicators, metrics, and qualitative assessments, students will acquire a holistic understanding of how to effectively gauge the achievement of project goals. This chapter empowers students with the knowledge and skill to establish project success, equipping them with a critical competency for navigating the multifaceted landscape of project management.

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October 18, 2023 Last Updated
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