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This programme concentrates on the core planning skills needed to develop sound practical project plans in a team environment. This enables the plan to be modified should requirements change or difficulties arise. The programme also gives participants the confidence to practise those skills and apply them in the work environment and deliver their projects more successfully in the future. Participants learn fundamental project management concepts and terminology, demystifying the project management process, and, in particular, how to: Break a project down into manageable sections and ensure nothing is left out Understand and apply estimating techniques to develop realistic estimates Sequence work effectively and carry out critical path analysis to determine project duration and which tasks to pay closest attention to Manage project risk effectively to protect project value Monitor, control and re-plan the project to best keep it on track Close out the project and ensure the project comes to an orderly end 1 Introduction Self-introductions and personal objectives Course objectives Sharing of project issues 2 Project management concepts Characteristics of a project and what should be kept as operational responsibilities Understanding the triple and quadruple constraints - and their limitations Prioritising requirements through the MOSCOW technique Product v project life cycle Key project roles and responsibilities - the importance of sponsorship and clarity of roles 3 Starting a project, and the importance of the terms of reference / project brief Avoiding the pressure to 'just do it'! The importance and benefits of planning The best time to learn! Initial project documentation - the BOSCARDI approach 4 Breaking the work down Understanding alternative breakdown structures such as the product breakdown structure and work breakdown structure Guidelines for creating a work breakdown structure to ensure the full work scope is identified 5 Estimating Alternative estimating techniques and associated confidence levels Further considerations - loss and resource factors 6 Organising the work Use of network diagrams to develop a clear sequence of work Critical path analysis and calculating the project duration and task float - and usage 7 The management of project risk Understanding the nature of project risk The risk analysis and risk management processes How to best manage threats and opportunities Running a risk workshop Using the risk register 8 Scheduling the work The importance of the Gantt chart and understanding its limitations The Gantt chart layout and using alternative views such as the tracking Gantt Using alternative dependencies 9 Resource issues Assigning resources and resolving resource overloads Crashing and fast-tracking your project and potential issues to look out for 10 Controlling the project The control cycle and alternative feedback mechanisms Alternative progress reporting Assessing the impact The importance of re-planning The benefits of control Change control - the importance of impact analysis The steps of change control and the use of the issue register 11 Closing the project The project closure checklist Reviewing the project - things to avoid Developing meaningful lessons and ensuring they are applied effectively The post-project review - its importance to the organisation

Managing Benefits™ Foundation: Virtual In-House Training The APMG International Managing Benefits and Swirl Device logo is a trademark of The APM Group Limited, used under permission of The APM Group Limited. All rights reserved. Benefits are not simply just one aspect of project and programme management (PPM) - rather, they are the rationale for the investment of taxpayers' and shareholders' funds in change initiatives. Managing Benefits is designed to complement existing best practices in portfolio, programme and project management (such as PRINCE2®, MSP®, P3O® & MoP®), and consolidates existing guidance while expanding on the specific practices and techniques aimed at optimizing benefits realization. The purpose of the Managing Benefits guidance and certification scheme is to provide you with generally applicable guidance encompassing benefits management principles, practices, and techniques, and to prepare you to take and pass the Foundation exam on the last day. Managing Benefits provides: An overview of benefits management - what it is, the case for doing it, and some common misconceptions that can limit its effectiveness in practice Descriptions of the seven principles upon which successful approaches to benefits management are built, and examples of how they have been applied in practice Guidance on how to apply benefits management at a portfolio level, as well as at an individual project or programme level Details of the five practices in the Benefits Management Cycle and examples of how they have been applied in practice Advice on how to get started in implementing effective benefits management practices and sustain progress What You Will Learn You'll learn how to: Define benefits, benefits management and related terms, and the objectives of benefits management Explain the principles upon which successful approaches to benefits management are based Define the practices contained within the Benefits Management Cycle and relevant techniques applicable to each practice Describe key elements of portfolio-based benefits management, as well as the scope of key roles and responsibilities for benefits management and the typical contents of the main benefits management documentation Identify barriers to effective benefits management and strategies to overcome them, including the key success characteristics of benefits management Improve your ability to pass the APMG Managing Benefits Foundation Certification exam Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Overview of Managing Benefits The Benefits Management Model Key Benefits Management Practices What is Benefits Management? Definitions Value and Value Management Why do we need benefits management? Objectives Benefits Management Principles Align benefits with strategy Start with the end in mind Utilize successful delivery methods Integrate benefits with performance management Manage benefits from a portfolio perspective Apply effective governance Develop a value culture The Benefits Management Cycle Barriers to effective and efficient benefits management and overcoming them Key success characteristics of effective benefits management Key roles, responsibilities, and documentation Benefits Management Practice 1 - Identify and Quantify Benefits Management Practice 2 - Value and Appraise Benefits Management Practice 3 - Plan Benefits Management Practice 4 - Realize Benefits Management Practice 5 - Review Portfolio-based Benefits Management Implementing and Sustaining Progress APMG Managing Benefits Foundation Exam

Better Business Cases™ Foundation and Practitioner Using this best-practice approach will allow organizations to reduce unnecessary spending and improve the decision-making process which gives you a greater chance of securing necessary funding and support for initiatives. The goal of the combined foundation and practitioner course is to develop a candidate's ability to deliver a comprehensive business case through encouraging expanded knowledge to guide the practical application of theoretical foundations. Upon the completion of this course, a candidate will be able to start applying the model to a real business case development project. The outline presented in the course overview will be addressed in the first 2 days, with the Foundation exam conducted on the morning of Day 3. Then the topics will be revisited at a deeper level, for 2 more days, with the Practitioner exam conducted on the afternoon of Day 5. What you will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Develop the lifecycle of a business case and establish the relationships between the five cases Apply the steps in the business case development framework, in order to support the production of a business case, using the Five Case Model, for a given scenario. Overview of Better Business Cases Alignment with the strategic planning process Importance of the Business Case using the Five Case Model Overview of the Five Case Model Purpose of the key stages in the development of a spending proposal Purpose of a Business Justification Case Business Case Development Process Purpose of project / programme assurance and assurance reviews Responsibility for producing the Business Case Determining the Strategic Context and Undertaking the Strategic Assessment Scoping the Scheme and Preparing the Strategic Outline Case Planning the Scheme and Preparing the Outline Business Case Procuring the Solution and Preparing the Full Business Case Implementation and monitoring Evaluation and feedback Making the Case for Change Agree on the strategic context Determine spending objectives, existing arrangements, and business needs Determine potential business scope and key service requirements Determine benefits, risks, constraints, and dependencies Exploring the Preferred Way Forward Agree on critical success factors Determine long list options and SWOT analysis Recommend a preferred way forward Determining Potential Value for Money Revisit the short list Prepare the economic appraisal for short-listed options Undertake benefits appraisal Undertake risk appraisal Select preferred option and undertake sensitivity analysis Preparing for the Potential Deal Determine the procurement strategy Determine service streams and required outputs Outline potential risk apportionment Outline potential payment mechanisms Ascertain contractual issues and accountancy treatment Ascertaining Affordability and Funding Requirement Prepare the financial model Prepare the financial appraisals Planning for Successful Delivery Plan programme / project management Plan change and contract management Plan benefits realization Plan risk management Plan programme / project assurance and post-project evaluation Procuring the Value for Money Solution Revisit the case for change Revisit the OBC options Detail procurement process and evaluation of best and final offers (BAFOs) Contracting for the Deal Set out the negotiated deal and contractual arrangements Set out the financial implications of the deal Ensuring Successful Delivery Finalize project management arrangements and plans Finalize change management arrangements and plans Finalize benefits realization arrangements and plans Finalize risk management arrangements and plans Finalize contract management arrangements and plans Finalize post-project evaluation arrangements and plans

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Executives, Project Managers, Business Analysts, Business and IT stakeholders engaged in improving the delivery of products and services that meet user needs through the use of Microsoft SharePoint; Anyone who wants to improve their Business Analysis skills; Project stakeholders concerned with SharePoint requirements. Overview Plan, manage and close requirements for a project in reduced time using good business analysis practices Minimize project uncertainty and risk by applying good techniques Ensure your project delivers required functionality and adds value to the business Create an environment of self-management for your team that will be able to continuously align the delivered product or services with desired business needs, easily adapting to changing requirements throughout the process. Requirements can change frequently during a SharePoint project, and therefore projects need a streamlined, flexible approach to requirements change management. SharePoint professionals want to develop systems and services which are both high-quality and high-value, and the easiest way to achieve this is to implement the highest priority requirements first. This enables the projects to maximize value for their stakeholders. Introduction ? Roles involved in a SharePoint project The opportunities and challenges of a SharePoint project The business analysis process BA role vs. project manager role BA / PM competencies Case Study Exercise Understanding SharePoint Requirements Business, User, Functional, Quality-of-service and implementation requirements Requirements vs. specifications Requirements vs. business rules Risk management and risk response strategies Analyzing requirements Characteristics of effective requirements Case Study Exercise SharePoint Requirements Modeling Identify high level scope Identify initial requirements stack Identify an architectural vision Plan your iteration Iteration modeling Model storming Test driven development Case Study Exercise The Change Management Process Managing the Solution Scope and Requirements Capturing the Requirements Traceability Maintaining the Requirements for re-use Managing Requirements Conflicts Preparing the Requirements Package Building the Requirements communications plan Case Study Exercise Assessing & Validating Requirements Validating and verifying SharePoint Requirements Creating a master test plan Create test scenarios and test cases Case Study Exercise Additional Information Useful books and links on managing requirements and projects for SharePoint initiatives

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for Designed for individuals interested in obtaining information about the CBAP and CCBA exam process especially potential exam candidates interested in pursuing business analysis certification from IIBA in the next 3 to 6 months. Overview Review the 6 Knowledge Areas of the BABOK Guide and discuss the business analysis tasks performed in each. Understand the relationships between the business analysis processes and how each defines an important aspect of the business analysis discipline. Review key terms, business analysis techniques, and competencies important to business analysis. Discuss the 5 business analysis Perspectives presented in BABOK Guide, v3. Complete simulated exam questions to assess personal readiness for taking the exam. Obtain key tips and techniques for effectively preparing for and successfully completing the CBAP or CCBA exam. This course provides you with a clear and detailed understanding of the concepts covered within the CBAP© and CCBA© exams. You will gain valuable tips and techniques to help prepare, study, and assess your personal readiness. In addition, you will earn valuable professional development hours toward meeting the exam criteria. CBAP© and CCBA© Overview Discuss the benefits of professional certification Present the CBAP©/CCBA© eligibility requirements Explain the exam process Discuss the exam blueprints Understand the recertification process Introduction to BABOK© Guide v3 Define the purpose of A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge© (BABOK© Guide) Present the structure/components of the BABOK© Guide Identify the six business analysis Knowledge Areas Discuss the supporting areas of the BABOK© Guide BABOK© Guide Key Concepts Define key concepts from the BABOK© Guide Present the Business Analysis Core Concept Model? Discuss the requirements classification scheme Explain Requirements and Designs Present the 5 Business Analysis Perspectives Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring Identify the 5 tasks in Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring Understand the work performed in each of these tasks Explain the significance of the outputs produced within this knowledge area Elicitation and Collaboration Identify the 5 tasks in Elicitation and Collaboration Understand the work performed in each of these tasks Explain the significance of the outputs produced within this knowledge area Requirements Life Cycle Management Identify the 5 tasks in Requirements Life Cycle Management Understand the work performed in each of these tasks Explain the significance of the outputs produced within this knowledge area Strategy Analysis Identify the 5 tasks in Strategy Analysis Understand the work performed in each of these tasks Explain the significance of the outputs produced within this knowledge area Requirements Analysis and Design Definition Identify the 6 tasks in Requirements Analysis and Design Definition Understand the work performed in each of these tasks Explain the significance of the outputs produced within this knowledge area Solution Evaluation Identify the 6 tasks in Solution Evaluation Understand the work performed in each of these tasks Explain the significance of the outputs produced within this knowledge area Underlying Competencies Describe and understand the importance of the underlying competencies (UCs) Understand how to prepare for questions about UCs on the exam Business Analysis Techniques More clearly understand the 50 techniques presented in the BABOK© Guide Understand how to study techniques for the exam Assess Your Readiness 1 hour mock-exam to assess personal readiness Strategies for Success Utilize 8 strategies for preparing for the CBAP© or CCBA© certification exams Develop study tools and a plan to assist you in preparing for the exams Understand the tools and resources available to help you be successful Wrap-up Take Your Questions Next Steps Additional course details: Nexus Humans BACP02 - Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) Exam Preparation training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the BACP02 - Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) Exam Preparation course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for individuals in a variety of job roles whose primary responsibility is not project management, but who manage projects on an informal basis; who contribute as members of a project team; or who wish to incorporate project management practices into their personal work. It is also beneficial for anyone who is considering a career path in project management and desiring a complete overview of the field and its generally accepted practices. Overview In this course, you will identify the elements of sound project management and apply the generally recognized project management practices to successfully manage or participate in projects. You will: Identify the key processes and requirements of project management. Initiate a project. Use a Predictive approach to plan for time and cost. Use an Adaptive approach to plan a project. Plan for project risks, communication, and change control. Manage the execution of a project. Close a project. This course teaches the fundamentals of project management and its underlying structure and elements, including project phases, project life cycles, stakeholders, and areas of expertise. These, coupled with the ability to identify the project management processes that are recognized industry wide as good practice, will help you to apply effective project management techniques to improve the efficiency of your projects and ensure their success. This course is designed to cover various project management approaches and is not intended to focus on a single methodology or framework. Lesson 1: Getting Started with Project Management Topic A: Identify the Characteristics of a Project Topic B: Identify the Project Approach Topic C: Identify the Leadership Roles in a Project Lesson 2: Initiating a Project Topic A: Create a Project Scope/Vision Statement Topic B: Identify the Essential Skills for a Project Team Topic C: Identify the Risks to a Project Lesson 3: Planning for Time and Cost in Predictive Projects Topic A: Create a WBS Topic B: Create a Project Schedule Topic C: Determine Project Costs Lesson 4: Planning for Adaptive Projects Topic A: Create Epics and User Stories Topic B: Build a Product Backlog Topic C: Create an Initial Release Plan Topic D: Conduct a Sprint Planning Meeting Topic E: Replan the Project Lesson 5: Planning for Project Risks, Communication, and Change Control Topic A: Analyze the Risks to a Project Topic B: Create a Communication Plan Topic C: Develop a Change Control Plan Lesson 6: Managing a Project Topic A: Begin Project Work Topic B: Execute the Project Plan Topic C: Track the Progress of an Adaptive Project Topic D: Report Project Performance Topic E: Implement Change Control Lesson 7: Closing a Project Topic A: Close a Sprint, a Release, or an Adaptive Project Topic B: Close a Predictive Project Topic C: Create a Final Report

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This class is intended for individuals with some level of experience overseeing, managing, or working on projects. Overview Project Management FrameworkInitiatingPlanningExecutingMonitoring and ControllingClosing This one-day course introduces the senior managers, department managers, and other key stakeholders to the principles and processes of project management. Project Management Framework What is a Project? What is Project Management? Role of a Project Manager Project, Program, and Portfolio Management Strategy, Portfolio, Program, and Project Management Organizational Goals Project Selection Criteria The Project Life Cycle Overview Case Study Selection Initiating Initiating Process Group Overview Develop Project Charter Identify Stakeholders Planning Planning Process Group Overview Develop Project Management Plan Collect Requirements Define Scope and Create WBS Determine Project ROI Schedule Processes Cost Management Processes Plan Quality Management Plan Human Resource Management Project Human Resource Difficulties Plan Communications Management Risk Management Activities Plan Procurement Management Executing Executing Process Group Overview Team Building Lessons Learned Monitoring & Controlling Monitoring and Controlling Process Group Overview Perform Integrated Change Control Monitoring and Controlling Processes Verify Scope Closing Closing Process Group Overview Close Project or Phase Close Procurements

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Project Managers, Business Analysts, Business and IT stakeholders working with analysts Overview Provide a solid foundation for applying business process modeling principles and best practices with BPMN Demonstrate how to solve practical business problems using BPMN Business Process Diagrams (BPDs) Students will learn to map business processes easily and efficiently using the industry standard - BPMN which stands for Business Process Modeling Notation from the Object Management Group (OMG). Students will learn the best practices in process mapping using the latest industry standards (BPMN) so that both the business and IT stakeholders will be able to understand the models and map processes consistently through-out their organization. Introduction What is Business Process Modeling? What is Business Process Modeling Notation (BPMN)? Benefits of BPMN An Overview of Governance An overview of governance Key governance questions to ask What happens if you don?t have effective governance? Mapping the Business Problem Define a strategic outcomes map Define a Business model and relevant processes Modeling Simple BPMN Structures When do you use BPMN? What are simple BPMN structures? AS-IS vs. TO-BE modeling Modeling Complex BPMN Structures What are complex BPMN structures When to use complex BPMN structures Analyzing Process Models Identifying poor process models Creating process models that everyone can understand Identify criteria for a well-defined process Process Mapping vs. Process Modeling Determine when to create a process map Determine when to create a process model Asking the four ?Ares? Additional Resources Learning about BPMN 2.0 More useful BPMN links BPMN 2.0 free editors

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for all levels of experience in using Microsoft Project, as well as all levels of experience in project management. In particular, this course is designed for persons who need to author Microsoft Project work schedules including Project Managers and Project Assistants, and for management personnel in charge of setting standards for baselining and tracking project data. Overview To gain an understanding of a proven mindset Microsoft Project users should possess each time they open and work Microsoft Project schedules. To gain an understanding of globally accepted project management principles. To be able to effectively apply Microsoft Project into the Execution phase of a normal project life cycle. To gain an understanding of Microsoft Project's baseline capabilities in preparation for analysis and reporting of project data. MS Project: Project Validation, Baseline, and Tracking using Microsoft Project course provides proven tools and techniques for successfully using Microsoft Project to assist with managing projects. MS Project: Project Validation, Baseline, and Tracking using Microsoft Project course provides proven tools and techniques for successfully using Microsoft Project to assist with managing projects.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for all project managers and project team leaders. Overview At course completion, students will be able to identify, analyze, respond to, and control project risks. This course focuses on improving the project manager?s risk management expertise, from initial planning through project closure. Participants will apply all course principles to a work-related case study taken directly from their work environment. Risk Management Overview Risk Management Benefit and Uses Project Risk Management Project Management Life Cycle Initiating Process Group Initiating Process Group Overview Develop Project Charter Identify Stakeholders Project Selection Criteria ROI Analysis ROI Methods Risk Complexity Index Project Selection Planning Process Group Planning Process Group Overview Scope Risks Schedule Risks Resource Risks Plan Risk Management Identify Risks Delphi Technique Subject Matter Expert Input Brainstorming Fishbone Diagrams Process Analysis Five Whys Influence Diagrams Risk Breakdown Structure (RBS) Risk Register Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis Probability and Impact Assessment Probability and Impact Chart Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis Three point estimates PERT Triangular Distributions Outlier Considerations Geometric Mean Normal Distributions Methods Tornado Diagrams Expected Monetary Value (EMV) Monte Carlo Plan Risk Responses Risk Response Strategies Overall Project Risk Checklists Executing, Monitoring and Controlling Process Groups Executing Process Group Overview Monitoring and Controlling Process Group Overview Control Risks Project Monitoring Longer Projects Closing Process Group Closing Process Group Overview Close Project or Phase Risk Activities During Closing Process Group Post-Project Risk Assessment