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Understand the needs and benefits arising from a structured project risk management approach, the process and supporting methods for identifying analysing and responding to risks. Course overview Duration: 2 day (13 hours) Our Project Risk Management course addresses risk management throughout the project lifecycle. This course is designed for project staff, including project leaders, sponsors, project team members, support staff and functional staff involved in project activity. The workshop is especially suited to teams working on bids, feasibility and project start up. The workshop covers the need and benefits arising from a structured project risk management approach, the process and supporting methods for identifying analysing and responding to risks, human behavioural factors affecting risk management performance, and organisational interfaces and governance requirements. Objectives  By the end of the course you will be able to: Describe success factors and benefits arising from effective risk management Explain human behaviour factors affecting risk management Establish the project context and conduct an initial risk assessment Define an appropriate strategy and produce a risk management plan Define risk identification strategies and apply appropriate identification methods Identify and record important risk information including ownership Establish risk probability and impact levels; produce probability impact charts and severity time charts Establish exposure levels and contingency requirements Explain the principles of quantitative analysis Define and evaluate response options Implement effective risk management process control Content Principles of risk management Terminology Purpose Success factors Benefits and overall process Human factors that impact on risk management Initiate Analyse and determine context factors relevant to risk management Develop a robust risk management strategy for the life of the project How to conduct an initial risk assessment and define an outline strategy Identification Development of a risk identification strategy Appropriate methods and their strengths and weaknesse Determine an appropriate strategy and identify risks in a given case study Animating text Slide titles Bullet points Applying animation to Slide Master Assessment Methods commonly used for assessing and prioritising risks Evaluating exposure and contingency requirement Demonstration of quantitative methods and exercises to assess risks and contingency levels Planning and implementing responses Appropriate methods for responding to risks Defining implementation and control plans Assigning ownership Defining appropriate plans Conducting net benefits analysis and examining effectiveness Manage process Organisational interfaces and specific requirements to ensure appropriate controls Improvements and compliance with governance requirements

Develop your Project Management skills and fully understand the entire project lifecycle and key activities that need to be done to deliver a successful project outcome. Course overview Duration: 2 days (13 hours) The ability to run a successful project professionally is a valuable transferrable life skill that can enhance your career and opportunities in any industry. Our Principles of Project Management course takes a pragmatic approach to managing a project successfully. It looks at the entire project lifecycle and key activities that must be done to give a successful project outcome. This course is suitable for anyone who is involved in or about to run a project – either as a full-time project leader/manager or as a part of their role. Objectives  By the end of the course you will be able to: Identify 10 key principles for managing a project successfully Apply a common sense project lifecycle to a project regardless of its size or magnitude Develop robust project documentation throughout the lifecycle whilst keeping the documents to a minimum Identify the expectations of key stakeholders and develop a clear communication plan to engage with them Apply a range of planning and scheduling techniques to help manage the project timeline Produce realistic estimates to help monitor and control the project costs Manage key risks and issues associated throughout the project lifecycle Manage changes through a robust change control process Manage the Project team through the use of clearly defined Work Packages Identify and manage key areas of conflict throughout the lifecycle Content Introduction Key characteristics of projects v Business as Usual Definition of Programmes and Portfolios Project Lifecycles – A structured approach using phases Reasons why projects fail 10 principles of successful project management The Concept (Feasibility) Phase Analysing the project context / environment Stakeholder needs and requirements Content of a Business Case Differences between Benefits, Success Criteria, Success Factors and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) Purpose of the Project Brief The Definition (Planning) Phase Defining the Scope of a project Assigning Project roles and responsibilities Product Breakdown structures and Work Breakdown Structures Approaches to estimating Detailed planning using Gantt charts Critical path analysis Using project management software – an overview Constructing a realistic project budgets Resource allocation and optimisation Producing a Communication Plan The Implementing (Execution) Phase Delegating using a Work Package Project tracking and reporting Managing contractors Controlling changes to the project Risk and Issues management Managing conflict between stakeholders The Handover / Closure Phase Measuring project success Capturing Lessons Post project review and evaluation Benefits Realisation Transferring the deliverable into Business as Usual

Quality Guarantee: Promising training excellence, satisfaction gurantee Accredited by CPD UK & Quality License Scheme Tutor Support Unlimited support via email, till you complete the course Recognised Certification: Accepted by thousands of professional bodies Start Anytime With 1 year access to the course materials Online Learning Learn from anywhere, whenever you want This course covers the basics of agile project management, its principles, benefits and the role of leaders in agile project management. In this course, you will learn agile methodologies and master various essential skills to lead and deliver projects with adaptability and efficiency. This course at a glance Accredited by CPD UK Endorsed by Quality Licence Scheme Understand the fundamentals of both agile and conventional project management Recognise the principles and benefits of agile project management Understand the role of leaders in agile project management Know how to maintain diversity in an agile team Recognise the stages of both agile and conventional project management Know how to initiate a project and manage an agile team Learn the fundamental of establishing an effective communication Know how to develop and lead a high-performance team Gain skills and knowledge to develop yourself as a self-confident professional Know how to perform risk analysis and use strategies to manage risks Learn how to set goals and manage individuals Why Agile Project Management Training Course right for you? This agile project management training course is ideal for Project Managers who want to gain skills and knowledge about agile project management, as well as for those who want to create an effective agile project management strategy for their company. This course will help you develop a comprehensive understanding of both Agile and conventional project management ideas and techniques, as well as how to combine them in the proper ratios to handle any project. You will understand how to maintain diversity in an agile team, the stages of agile project management and how to ensure effective communication among all members. This course explains the definition stage, the planning stage, the delivery stage, and the closure stage of the conventional project management system. Finally, you will learn how to manage individuals and manage your team as a project manager. Upon successful completion of this course, you gain skills ad knowledge about both agile project management and conventional project management system to build a successful career in the project management sector. Agile Project Management Training Course Details Accredited by CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.   The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. Course Curriculum Introduction Introduction What is Agile Project Management What is Agile Project Management What is Agile Manifesto What is Agile Manifesto Four Foundational Agile Values Four Foundational Agile Values Twelve Supporting Agile Principles Twelve Supporting Agile Principles Role of Leaders in Agile PM Role of Leaders in Agile PM Managing Diversity in an Agile Team Managing Diversity in an Agile Team Importance of Leadership in Agile Importance of Leadership in Agile SCRUM Methodology SCRUM Methodology Extreme Programming Methodology Extreme Programming Methodology Stages of Agile Project Management Stages of Agile Project Management Importance of Accountability Importance of Accountability Agile Team - Values & Ethics Agile Team - Values & Ethics Agile Team Management Agile Team Management Pitfalls to Effective Communication Pitfalls to Effective Communication Tips for Effective Communication Tips for Effective Communication Launchpresentation Project Management Fundamentals: Know the Principles and Get it Right What is a Project The Four Stage Project Lifecycle Project Stages and Boundaries One Reason why Projects go Wrong Terminology used in the Project Stages More on Project Gateways / Stage Gates Project Definition Stage: The Vital Foundation to Your Success Define your Project: Goals and Objectives Understanding Project Scope Dealing with Scope Creep Project Definition: Summary Project Planning Stage: Failing to Plan = Planning to Fail The Book of the Plan The Stakeholder Engagement Process Stakeholder Analysis Milestones are your Best Friends The Work Breakdown Structure The Gantt Chart Tools for Creating a Gantt Chart The Linear Responsibility Chart (LRC) aka The RACI Chart The Risk Management Process Risk Analysis The Six Strategies for Managing Risks The Risk Register (or Risk Log) Project Delivery Stage: Don't you Love it When a Plan Comes Together The Four Essentials of Leading your Team Project Delivery - The Three Key Cycles Project Closure Stage: Deep Sigh - You're Nearly Done Closing Words Personal Effectiveness - How to Be an Awesome Professional Monday: Self-confidence Tuesday: Personal Time Management Wednesday: Assert Yourself Thursday: Problem Solving Friday: Presenting Managing Individuals - How to Get the Best From Your People Monday: Goal Setting Tuesday: Delegation Wednesday: Feedback Thursday: Poor Performance Friday: Coaching Communication Skills - How to Make Your Management Voice Heard Monday: Listening Tuesday: Motivating Wednesday: Meetings Thursday: Negotiating Friday: Conflict Team Management - How to Create and Keep A High Performance Team Monday: The Power of Teams Tuesday: Team Development Wednesday: Team Maintenance Thursday: The Four Essentials of Team Management Friday: Team Meetings Manager's Toolkit - How to Adapt to Whatever The Job Throws At Yo Monday: Emotional Intelligence Tuesday: Transactional Analysis Wednesday: The SCOPE Process Thursday: Selecting Management Styles Friday: The Powerhouse Loop Who should take this course? This agile project management training course is primarily aimed at: Project managers Team leaders Project team members Aspiring project managers Anyone looking to enhance their project management skills Anyone who wants to learn about agile project management New project managers who want to gain agile project management skills However, this course is not restricted to any single profession or field of work. This course can also benefit anyone who wants to learn more about agile project management in order to handle their own projects. Entry Requirements There are no academic entry requirements for this agile project management training course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds. However, you are required to have a laptop/desktop/tablet or smartphone and a good internet connection. Assessment Method This agile project management training course assesses learners through multiple-choice questions (MCQs). 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Make Rapid Progress with a Comprehensive Set of Project Management Templates

Course Overview The ISO 21502 Project Manager Course is designed to provide comprehensive training on the principles and practices of project management as outlined in the ISO 21502:2020 standard. This course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage projects effectively, ensuring they meet their objectives, stay within budget, and are completed on time. Through a combination of theoretical instruction and practical exercises, attendees will gain a deep understanding of the methodologies and techniques essential for successful project management. Target Audience Project Managers Program Managers Project Coordinators Project Analysts Team Leaders Professionals aspiring to become Project Managers Individuals involved in project planning and execution Stakeholders interested in understanding ISO 21502:2020 standards Reference Standards ISO 21502:2020: Project, Programme and Portfolio Management – Guidance on Project Management ISO 21500: Guidance on Project Management PMI PMBOK Guide PRINCE2 Methodology Objectives To understand the principles and requirements of the ISO 21502:2020 standard. To learn how to apply the ISO 21502:2020 standard to real-world project management scenarios. To develop skills in planning, executing, and closing projects efficiently. To gain insights into effective risk management, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication. To enhance the ability to manage project constraints such as time, cost, and scope. To prepare for potential certification as a Project Manager under ISO 21502:2020 guidelines. Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: Explain the key concepts and principles of ISO 21502:2020. Implement ISO 21502:2020 guidelines in managing projects of varying complexity. Develop comprehensive project plans that align with ISO 21502:2020 standards. Execute project tasks efficiently while adhering to defined processes and procedures. Monitor and control project progress, ensuring compliance with ISO 21502:2020. Identify and mitigate project risks effectively. Communicate project status and issues to stakeholders clearly and effectively. Conduct project reviews and post-project evaluations to promote continuous improvement. Course Content Module 1: Introduction to ISO 21502:2020 Overview of ISO 21502:2020 Importance of standardized project management Comparison with other project management standards Module 2: Project Management Fundamentals Key concepts and terminology Project lifecycle phases Project management processes Module 3: Planning a Project Developing project objectives and scope Work breakdown structure (WBS) Resource allocation and budgeting Schedule development and management Module 4: Executing a Project Team management and leadership Communication planning Quality assurance and control Procurement management Module 5: Monitoring and Controlling a Project Performance measurement techniques Risk identification and mitigation Change management Reporting and documentation Module 6: Project Closure Closing processes and deliverables Post-project evaluation and lessons learned Documentation and archival Module 7: Practical Application Case studies and real-world scenarios Group exercises and role-playing Project management software tools Module 8: Certification Preparation Overview of certification process Exam preparation tips and techniques Practice exams and feedback

Make Rapid Progress with a Comprehensive Set of Project Management Templates

This course bundle is made up of three separate certification courses: 1. PRINCE2® Foundation; 2. PRINCE2® Practitioner; 3. IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. The PRINCE2® Foundation And Practitioner course includes the official certification exams. By passing the Foundation and Practitioner exams, you will be an officially certified PRINCE2® Practitioner. The IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt course includes the official IASSC Six Sigma Black Belt exam. By passing this exam, you will be officially certified by the IASSC as a Six Sigma Black Belt. You have 14 months to complete all of the courses in this bundle and take the exams. Read below to find out more about the courses contained within this bundle.

Building High Performance Project Teams: On-Demand This course pulls together the most current and popular theories and writings on this complex topic and presents this amalgamated view in a highly interactive workshop and activity-based approach. Students will understand and have the skills required to build and participate in high-performance project teams and will possess the insight to proactively affect change within their respective organizations by guiding the existing culture to one that promotes high performance. What You Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Define a team and describe the optimum team size for effective performance Describe characteristics and guiding behaviors of high-performance teams Describe the major elements of each development stage in two distinct models Recognize cultural barriers in achieving high performance List the attributes of a high-performing corporate culture Assess your own corporate culture Discuss corporate leadership as a factor in building high-performance project teams Describe the three A's of selecting team members State three leadership responsibilities Describe leadership responsibilities, styles, and roles List and describe the eight components of the team charter model for building high-performance teams Foundation Concepts The Nature of Teams Characteristics of High-Performance Teams Understanding Team Development Stages of Team Development - Model 1 Stages of Team Development - Model 2 Designing a High-Performance Culture Corporate Cultures Corporate Leadership Establishing the Attributes of High Performance Choosing the Right People Team Effectiveness Team Leadership The Team Charter Model

Building High Performance Project Teams: On-Demand This course pulls together the most current and popular theories and writings on this complex topic and presents this amalgamated view in a highly interactive workshop and activity-based approach. Students will understand and have the skills required to build and participate in high-performance project teams and will possess the insight to proactively affect change within their respective organizations by guiding the existing culture to one that promotes high performance. What You Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Define a team and describe the optimum team size for effective performance Describe characteristics and guiding behaviors of high-performance teams Describe the major elements of each development stage in two distinct models Recognize cultural barriers in achieving high performance List the attributes of a high-performing corporate culture Assess your own corporate culture Discuss corporate leadership as a factor in building high-performance project teams Describe the three A's of selecting team members State three leadership responsibilities Describe leadership responsibilities, styles, and roles List and describe the eight components of the team charter model for building high-performance teams Foundation Concepts The Nature of Teams Characteristics of High-Performance Teams Understanding Team Development Stages of Team Development - Model 1 Stages of Team Development - Model 2 Designing a High-Performance Culture Corporate Cultures Corporate Leadership Establishing the Attributes of High Performance Choosing the Right People Team Effectiveness Team Leadership The Team Charter Model

About this Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT)  Conducted in an interactive manner, Exploration Project Management will include presentations by the course leader, syndicate and plenary exercises, and (optional) assessment of selected participants' projects. Industry case studies will be integrated into all the presentations. The course material will include a course manual (handout) and a course workbook (for exercises). Participants are requested to bring a mini-poster (two PowerPoint slides) as background material for discussion during the course. Training Objectives By the end of this Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT), participants will be able to: Improve the evaluation, execution and delivery of exploration projects, measured in terms of successful bids for new acreage, increased success rate and volume delivery from exploration drilling, and more rapid progress in appraisal of discoveries. Describe concepts, simple processes, workflows and analysis tools for project execution. Tools include the expert course leader's proprietary project management framework, including project framing and after-action review methodologies, templates for strategy development, decision trees, decision quality frameworks. They also include customised Excel spreadsheets for portfolio modelling, project risk assessment (in new ventures and prospect maturation) and business planning. Understand their role in (a) delivering the company's strategy, (b) contributing data and assessments to key exploration decision makers, and (c) communicating project progress and results to senior management. Target Audience The Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) is aimed at exploration professionals with more than 5 to 10 years of experience in the business, who would like to develop their skills for managing exploration projects and presenting the goals and results of their project work to senior management. Exploration and engineering professionals who work in exploration project teams, across the spectrum from new ventures (exploration business development), prospect identification and maturation, and appraisal of discoveries Exploration project leaders Exploration managers The VILT will also benefit professionals from well engineering, petroleum engineering, finance and planning who support exploration activities. Participants are requested to bring a mini-poster (two PowerPoint slides, each printed on A3 paper) as background material for discussion during the course. Course Level Basic or Foundation Trainer Your expert course leader draws on more than 35 years of experience managing, reviewing and directing projects in all aspects of the exploration business: from exploration business development (new ventures), through prospect maturation and drilling, to the appraisal of discoveries. He has more than 30 years' experience with Shell International, followed by 10 years consulting to NOCs in Asia Pacific, Africa and South America and independent oil companies in the United Kingdom, continental Europe and North America. Other than delivering industry training, he has worked on projects for oil & gas companies of all sizes, including independents, national oil companies and (super)-majors, private equity firms, hedge funds and investment banks, and leading management consulting firms. He is an alumnus of Cambridge University. He has M.A and Ph.D. degrees in geology and is a Fellow of the Geological Society of London as well as a respected speaker on management panels at international conferences. Professional Experience Management consultancy & executive education: Advice to investment banks, businesses and major consulting firms. Specialist expertise in upstream oil & gas, with in depth experience in exploration strategy, portfolio valuation and risk assessment. Leadership: Managed and led teams and departments ranging from 3 - 60 in size. Provided technical leadership to a cadre of 800 explorationists in Shell worldwide. Member of the 12-person VP team leading global exploration in Shell, a $3 bln p.a. business and recognised as the most effective and successful among its industry peers. Accountability & decision-making: Accountable for bottom-line results: in a range of successful exploration ventures with budgets ranging from $10's million to $100's million. Made, or contributed to, complex business decisions / investments, taking into account strategic, technical, commercial, organisational and political considerations. Corporate governance: Served as non-executive director on the Boards of the South Rub al Khali Company (oversight of gas exploration studies and drilling in Saudi Arabia) and SEAPOS B.V. (exploration deep-water drilling and facilities management). Technical & operations: Skilled in exploration opportunity evaluation, the technical de risking of prospects, portfolio analysis and managing the interface between exploration and well engineering activities. Unparalleled knowledge of the oil and gas basins of the world, and of different operating regimes and contractual structures, ranging from Alaska, Gulf of Mexico and Brazil, through to the Middle East, former Soviet Union, Far East and Australia. Safety: Following an unsatisfactory audit, became accountable for safety performance in Shell's exploration new ventures. Through personal advocacy and leadership of a small team, delivered pragmatic and effective HSE systems, tools and staff training / engagement and a dramatically improved safety record. R&D: Experience in the 3 key roles in R&D: scientific researcher, research manager, and 'customer' for R&D products. After re-defining Shell's exploration R&D strategy, led the re-structuring of the R&D organization, its interface with 'the business' and approaches to deployment and commercialization. Strategy: Accomplished at formulating competitive strategies in business, R&D and technology deployment, translating them into actionable tactics and results. Defined the exploration strategy of PDO (a Shell subsidiary in Oman) and latterly of Shell's global exploration programme. Professional education, behavioural/motivational coaching: Experienced in organisational re-design, change management, leadership education and talent development. Commercial skills: Personally negotiated drilling compensation claims, educational contracts and E&P contracts, with values of $5 million to $100+ million. POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information about post training coaching support and fees applicable for this. Accreditions And Affliations