Project Management Foundations Workshop (2-Day)
The Project Management Foundations Workshop (2-Day) provides a comprehensive introduction to modern project management principles, tools, and best practices. Through instructor-led discussions, practical exercises, and real-world examples, participants learn how to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects while developing the confidence to apply proven project management techniques in the workplace.
Project Management Foundations Workshop (2-Day) Overview
Course Overview
Successful projects don’t happen by accident—they are built on effective planning, clear communication, proactive risk management, and strong stakeholder engagement. Organizations across every industry rely on project managers and project teams to deliver change, implement new technologies, improve business processes, and achieve strategic objectives.
Expanding on the core concepts introduced in the one-day workshop, this extended program provides additional time for practical application, discussion, and hands-on planning activities that reinforce each stage of the project lifecycle. Participants explore predictive (Waterfall), Agile, and hybrid approaches while learning how project managers balance scope, schedule, cost, quality, and stakeholder expectations to deliver successful outcomes.
Throughout the workshop, participants reinforce their learning through practical discussions and hands-on activities covering project planning, work breakdown structures, scheduling, budgeting, communications planning, risk management, and project monitoring. The course also explores the growing role of Artificial Intelligence in project management and how AI technologies can support planning, communication, and informed decision-making.
Rather than focusing on certification exam preparation, this workshop emphasizes practical knowledge that can be applied immediately to workplace projects. It provides an excellent foundation for professionals who contribute to projects or who are preparing to move into project management roles.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain the complete project lifecycle from initiation through project closure.
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of project managers, stakeholders, sponsors, and project teams.
- Apply fundamental project planning techniques including scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, communications, and risk management.
- Recognize the differences between predictive, Agile, and hybrid project delivery approaches.
- Develop key project planning artifacts including project charters, work breakdown structures, communication plans, and risk registers.
- Monitor project performance and understand the importance of effective project controls.
- Describe how Artificial Intelligence can support modern project management practices.
- Apply project management best practices to improve project outcomes within your organization.
Course Details
- Course Length: 2 Day
- Delivery Format: Live Online Instructor-Led
- Prerequisites: None
Who Should Attend:
The Project Management Foundations Workshop (2-Day) is designed for professionals who want to develop a practical understanding of project management and build the skills needed to contribute more effectively to organizational projects. It is equally suitable for individuals beginning a project management career or experienced professionals seeking a structured refresher on modern project management practices.
This workshop is ideal for:
- New and aspiring Project Managers
- Project Coordinators
- Team Leaders and Supervisors
- Business Analysts
- Functional Managers
- Project Team Members
- Technical Professionals supporting projects
- Anyone responsible for planning, coordinating, or contributing to projects
The two-day Project Management Foundations Workshop provides a detailed exploration of the complete project lifecycle. Participants examine predictive, Agile, and hybrid approaches while applying practical tools for project initiation, planning, scheduling, budgeting, communication, risk management, execution, monitoring, and closure.
Project Context
- Projects, products, and processes
- Project management and the project lifecycle
- Factors affecting the project environment
- Defining project success
Project Approach
- Predictive and Waterfall approaches
- Agile manifesto and principles
- Introduction to Scrum and Kanban
- Understanding change
Partnering with Stakeholders
- Key project roles and responsibilities
- Understanding stakeholder registers
- Responsibility Assignment Matrices
- Using RACI diagrams to clarify accountability
Initiating the Project
- The predictive project lifecycle
- Project charters
- Developing a project charter
Planning the Project
- Project management plan best practices
- Core components of the project management plan
- Balancing project constraints
Defining Project Scope
- The Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Creating a Work Breakdown Structure
Defining and Estimating Activities
- Breaking project work into activities
- Defining project activities
- Understanding effort and duration
- Estimating techniques
- Estimating project resources
- Rolling wave planning
- Estimating project activities
Developing the Project Schedule
- Sequencing project activities
- Dependencies, leads, and lags
- Critical path and float
- Schedule compression techniques
- Common schedule formats
- Developing a project budget
- Creating a project schedule and budget
Planning Project Communications
- Project communication challenges and best practices
- Analyzing stakeholder communication needs
- Tailoring communications to stakeholder requirements
- Using a communications matrix
- Creating a project communications plan
Planning Project Risk Management
- Roles and responsibilities in risk management
- Risk identification challenges
- Known risks, unknown risks, and uncertainty
- Contingency reserves
- Qualitative and quantitative risk analysis
- Expected Monetary Value (EMV)
- Risk triggers
- Risk responses and risk owners
- Planning appropriate risk responses
- Creating and maintaining a risk register
- Additional project planning considerations
Artificial Intelligence in Project Management
- Generative AI and Artificial General Intelligence
- Potential uses of AI in project management
- Opportunities, limitations, and risks associated with AI
Executing the Project
- Leading and managing projects
- Developing effective project teams
- Building trust and collaboration
- Engaging stakeholders throughout delivery
- Power skills and emotional intelligence
Overseeing and Controlling the Project
- Monitoring and controlling project performance
- Managing project changes
- Tracking progress and reporting performance
- Monitoring and controlling the project schedule
- Monitoring communications, risks, and stakeholder engagement
- Key priorities for effective project control
- Identifying project tracking requirements
Closing the Project
- Closing projects, phases, and major milestones
- Capturing lessons learned
- Recognizing and celebrating project success
Workshop Wrap-Up
- Review of outstanding questions and discussion topics
- New ideas, confirmations, and practical takeaways
Upcoming Courses
Course Format & Indicators
- Live Online – Real-time training with a live instructor
- GTR – Guaranteed to Run
- Exam Incl. – Certification exam voucher included
Prerequisites / Requirements
There are no formal prerequisites for this workshop. The course is designed for individuals who are new to project management as well as professionals looking to refresh their understanding of project management fundamentals. As this is an interactive workshop, participants should be prepared for a high level of discussion and participation throughout the course.
Booking, Terms, and Policies
- Guaranteed to Run (GTR) – this course will not be cancelled
- Cancellation and Reschedule Policy
- Refund Policy
- Attendance Requirements
Related Course(s)
- Project Management Foundations Workshop 1-Day
- PMP Certification Training
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