Be bold and strong like an elephant as you unleash the project manager in you and remember the "manager" part of your "project manager" title. It is crucial that you hone your management skills as they are an important part of your success as a project manager. There are also some advanced project management techniques that you can master to bring your projects to the next level.
Objectives:
In this course, you will focus on two areas of advanced project management. The first area is advanced project management techniques, such as communication plans and status meetings. The second area is general management skills, such as building a winning team and rewarding team members.
Outline:
How to Use This Guide
Session One: Course Overview
Session Two: Choosing the Project Team
- Choosing the Team
- Pre-Assignment Review
- Four Issues to Address with Project Teams
Session Three: Building a Winning Team
- Why is Teamwork Important?
- The Stages of Team Development
Session Four: Managing Team Meetings
- Starting on the Right Foot
- Making Committees Work
- Making Connections
Session Five: Easy Ways to Reward Your Team
Session Six: Developing a Communication Plan
- The Five Components
- Case Study
Session Seven: Communicating with Sponsors and Executives
- Communication Excellence
- Making Connections
Session Eight: Dealing with Problem Team Members
- Developing Understanding
- When to Walk Away
- When Things Don’t Work
Recommended Reading List
Post-Course Assessment
Pre- and Post-Assessment Answer Keys
Personal Action Plan