PROGRAM DETAILS

 Introduction

Project management skills are essential for administrative professionals, as they often play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the desired quality standards. This five-day training program is designed to provide administrative professionals with the fundamental knowledge, skills, and tools needed to effectively manage projects in their organizations. Participants will learn the basics of project management, including project planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and communication.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this training program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of project management
• Develop a project plan and schedule
• Manage project budgets and resources
• Identify and mitigate project risks
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders

Training Methodology:

This training program will use a combination of lecture-based instruction, case studies, group discussions, and hands-on exercises to provide participants with practical knowledge and skills they can apply in their work.

Target Audience:

This training program is designed for administrative professionals who are involved in managing projects, including project coordinators, project administrators, and executive assistants.

Program Contents: 

Day 1: Introduction to Project Management Fundamentals

• Understanding the basics of project management
• Project life cycle and phases
• Defining project scope and objectives
• Stakeholder identification and management

Day 2: Project Planning and Scheduling

• Developing a project plan and work breakdown structure
• Developing a project schedule using project management software
• Creating and managing project timelines
• Managing project resources and staffing

Day 3: Project Budgeting and Resource Management

• Understanding project budgeting and cost estimation
• Managing project finances and tracking expenses
• Resource allocation and management
• Project quality management

Day 4: Project Risk Management 

• Identifying project risks and developing a risk management plan
• Analyzing and mitigating project risks
• Project performance monitoring and reporting
• Change management and project control

Day 5: Project Communication and Stakeholder Management

• Communication planning and execution
• Managing project meetings and reporting progress
• Stakeholder engagement and management
• Managing project conflicts and challenges