Course overview
Gain a valuable insight into project management and the role of a project manager, developing key knowledge and skills through an informative, engaging session with established professionals.
Explore the fundamentals of project management and how to implement the qualities needed within the workplace. Use professionally recognised tools and frameworks, learning how to effectively apply project management methods to deliver successful projects and influence positive organisational change.
Delivered by Glen Kelly
Glen Kelly is an accomplished project and programme management specialist with a robust track record of delivering high-impact projects across multiple sectors, including our £16.4m Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre. A certified PRINCE2 practitioner and agile practitioner, Glen is passionate about equipping non-project managers with the tools and insights needed to excel in project-driven environments. His workshops demystify project management principles, applying them to diverse professional contexts so attendees can confidently initiate, manage, and lead projects.
Where you study
This course will be delivered at our Middlesbrough campus.
Course details
What you study
You cover the following topics:
• introduction to projects, management and the project manager role
• project lifecycle
• project planning
• project planning tools
• risk management and contingency planning.
How you learn
On this course you will learn through a mix of teaching, interactive activities, self-reflection, and group workshops.
How you are assessed
This course is non-accredited.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
This course is suitable for new project managers, professionals with project management responsibilities and aspiring project managers.
Employability
Career opportunities
The course provides a great steppingstone into the world of project management professional development. You may wish to pursue further study with the Association for Project Management and the Project Management Institute.
