Each module is structured and can be taken as a stand-alone training course; however, delegates will maximise their benefits by taking Module 1 and 2 back-to-back as a 2-week training course.
Understanding projects: Differences between large/small and simple/complex projects
The 'project life cycle' and the role of project management
Current trends in project management: Project management associations and qualifications
Project performance measurement: Understanding why some projects succeed and others don’t
A framework for building project success: Improving project management performance
The different project roles, responsibilities, and boundaries: RACI Charts
Key financial concepts: Net Present Value, Internal Rate of Return, and Payback Periods
DAY 2
Initiating and Defining Projects
Initiating projects: Project context and environment
Setting realistic objectives: Defining project scope and deliverables
Managing expectations and agreeing priorities: Ensuring value for money
Developing a work breakdown structure: Defining roles and specifying work packages
Developing a cost breakdown structure: Techniques for making preliminary estimates of time and cost
Using appropriate project planning methods: Applying a structured approach
Initiating risk management: Using qualitative risk analysis techniques
DAY 3
Planning Projects for Results
Building a realistic project plan: Using Gantt charts and activity networks
Using the plan to develop detailed task and resource schedules
Identifying the critical path and setting milestones: Getting buy-in from the key players
Techniques for developing detailed estimates for time and cost: Managing estimating uncertainty
Minimising project timescales: Exploring time-cost options and understanding trade-offs
Managing project risks: Qualitative and quantitative risk management methods and techniques
The importance of continuous planning: Maintaining and updating plans and risk registers
DAY 4
Organising, Implementing, and Controlling Projects
Handling the changes and challenges that affect projects
Running effective change control processes
Project performance tracking, management, and control systems
Pro-active and re-active control: Measures that give early warning
Using predictive control techniques: Gantt charts, burn-down charts, and earned value methods
Managing project communication and decision making: Running effective meetings
Exploiting information management technology: Managing project documentation
DAY 5
Project Leadership and Team-Working
Working in project teams: Building collaborative working relationships
Understanding leadership and management: Qualities and skills that enhance results
The role of the leader in building team cohesion and performance: The team development cycle
The keys to effective influence and persuasion: Characteristics of successful leaders
Improving communication, delegation, and motivation skills
Working with senior stakeholders: Creating rapport and understanding, managing expectations
Lean concepts and the learning cycle: Implementing continuous improvement
Module II: Managing and Supervising Projects, Consultants and Contractors
DAY 6
Project Management in the Construction Industry
Introduction to Construction Management
Stages of Construction Project Management
The role of a Project Manager/Supervisor in Construction Management
Defining and understanding the goals, risks and quality of a project
The major elements of a Construction Project and Safety Management
DAY 7
Scope of Work, Detailed Specifications and Construction Pricing
Defining the detailed requirements and Scope of Work
Understanding and Managing Project Constraints
The absolute importance of collaboration with key stakeholders to determine the actual drawings and specifications
Estimation and Costing techniques
Construction Price and Cost Indices (PCIs)
DAY 8
Procurement, Tendering and Selection
Critical importance of Strategic Procurement Planning
The Bidding and Bid Evaluation Process
Understand Consultants and Contractor Firms’ Pricing Strategies
Value for Money and the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for complex purchases
The Fundamentals of Earned Value Management
DAY 9
Contract Development and Negotiation
Understanding the concept and principle of contract law
Analysis of the Contract requirements
Model Contract Formats – specific for Consultants and Contractors
Contract dispute and responding to a contract breach
The Art of Negotiation and Persuasion
DAY 10
Managing Performance and Decision-Making Skills
Issues in Contract Performance and major causes of change to contracts
Managing Supplier Performance and Expectations
Service Level Agreements, developing and managing Key Performance Indicators
Decision Making Theory: Process, Models and Stages
Ability and confidence to make the right decision
Certificates
On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) : In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
Providers and Associations
Endorsed Education Provider
GLOMACS is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org
In Association With
Oxford Management Centre
A GLOMACS - Oxford Management Centre collaboration aimed at providing the best training services and benefits to our valued clients.
Each module is structured and can be taken as a stand-alone training course; however, delegates will maximise their benefits by taking Module 1 and 2 back-to-back as a two-week training course.
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