Course Description
The Project Management For Beginners offers project management basics to new learners seeking a career in project management and other stakeholders engaged in project roles.
This course provides foundational knowledge in project management, which can be used to build further project management‑related competencies. Furthermore, it provides a comprehensive understanding of project management and its application within an organisation. It offers a holistic view of the discipline, enabling learners to contribute to planning, execution and successful delivery of projects within organisations.
This course is also of value to learners running their own businesses. Project management is an integral component of any business system and is widely used to implement business strategy and operational plans.
Entry Requirements:
- Grade 12 or Equivalent
Who is the Training Aimed At?
This foundational course is specifically designed for:
- Aspiring Professionals. Individuals looking to kickstart a rewarding career in project management.
- Project Support Staff. Project Administrators, Coordinators, and Junior Project Managers aiming to formalize their skills.
- Project Stakeholders. Team members and corporate professionals engaged in project-based roles.
- Business Owners & Entrepreneurs. Owner-managers who want to use project management frameworks to execute business strategies and operational plans.
Course Objectives:
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the fundamental concepts of project management, which can be used to build further project management‑related competencies.
- Understand the Project Life Cycle and related Project Delivery Frameworks.
- Understand the principles of project governance.
- Provide administrative support to ongoing projects.
- Understand the business context of project investments by creating and maintaining the Business Case and Benefits Management Plan.
Course Topics:
- Business Case Fundamentals
- Definitions & Key Concepts
- Project vs. Operations
- Project, Program, & Portfolio Management
- Project Governance
- Roles & Responsibilities (Project Manager, Project Sponsor, Steering Committee, & Team Members)
- Project Life Cycle
- Project Delivery Framework
- Project Management Process Groups, & Knowledge Areas
- Project Management Administration
What You Will Take Away
Upon successful completion of this training program, you will walk away with:
- Industry Readiness. A robust foundation in globally recognized project management principles.
- Practical Toolkit. Actionable templates for creating a Business Case.
- Governance Competence. Clear insight into project frameworks, lifecycle stages, and administrative support roles.
- Certificate of Completion. A formal certificate from the PM Learning Institute, validating your fundamental project management competencies.