Project management: An introduction to project terminology, tools ...

Project management:An introduction to project terminology, tools and methodsA project is an isolated task involving the participation of more professional groups whichmust achieve its set target on time, with the required quality and within budget. The numberof this kind of tasks is growing. The project work method places heavy demands on theproject manager and the project team. The course Project management will provide you withthe tools you need to meet these demands.The purpose of the course is to create an understanding of the project work method as a tool. Thecourse will not make you the company expert; but will provide you with a holistic perspective ofprojects, tools and methods, which you’ll be able to employ straight away. In three days, you’ll learn tomake optimum use of the project work methods.ParticipantsThe course is designed for anyone who:- has recently started looking at cross-organisational tasks as projects. The course also meets theneeds of anyone for whom the project work method is already an important part of day-to-dayoperations.- is about to start a project or work on cross-organisational tasks in terms of change across theorganisation and its products/services.- is a project manager or future project manager, and would like to learn about how to gain anoverview of a project, its content and method.For those who have worked with projects for a number of years, the course will give plenty of newinput.PurposeWhat exactly is a project and what is project management? What is the best possible way for theproject team to achieve its targets? You will learn how to use your strengths and ensure good workingrelations. And you will become aware of your specific role – as a project manager and as a teammember.MethodThe course addresses how to plan project work. You will become better at controlling time, resourcesand finances. This training will enable you to manage small projects and benefit more from yourparticipation in large projects – to your as well as your organisation’s advantage.ContentThe course will cover subjects that are relevant in all types of projects - internal tasks and tasks thatare linked to cooperation with customers or others. You’ll meet people involved in projects from privateas well as public enterprises. You will get the opportunity to work with the project management methodin a number of typical situations throughout the stages of a project, i.e. in a case study that will runthrough the course. You will also learn about cooperation and management processes. The coursewill be held in English.

The course includes:3 days of courseNotebook for your personal notesMeals, refreshments during the courseCourse materials