Project Management Training    Track 1

Planning Phase     (Third of a series of five training modules)

Session Duration: 2 ¼ Hours

Training scheduled on an as needed basis

Almost all projects require formal, detailed planning to establish the policies, procedures, and programs necessary for achieving the defined objectives. Project planning must be systematic and disciplined (through monitoring, reviewing and controls), yet be flexible enough to adapt to change. This training module will help you understand what must occur during the planning phase of a project. Topics include: Creation of the Project Plan/Work Breakdown Structure, Developing Communications and Change Management Plans, and Risk Assessment.

You will learn:

• How to use known Best Practices (including documents and techniques) to plan a project
• How to develop the Project Plan/Work Breakdown Structure
• How to develop Communications and  Change Management Plans
• How to assess risk and develop a Risk Management Plan

You will benefit by:

• Gaining the skills to successfully manage the planning phase of a project
• Understanding the process that precedes the implementation/execution phase
• Planning and documenting the project work that will produce the project product

Audience:

This training session is designed for anyone who manages projects and for those responsible for employees who manage projects.