Global Learning for Operational Leaders
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Introduction
Course overview
Scope creep and uncontrolled change are major causes of project overruns. Clear scope definition and disciplined change control keep projects focused and stakeholders aligned.
This Aractech course covers requirements gathering, scope statements, work breakdown structures, scope validation, change control processes, impact analysis, configuration links and managing stakeholder expectations. Participants define scope and handle change requests.
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Gather and document requirements
- Write clear scope statements
- Build work breakdown structures
- Validate and accept deliverables
- Run effective change control
- Manage stakeholder expectations about scope
Who should attend
Target audience
- Project managers
- Business analysts
- Product owners
- PMO staff
- Project team leads
- Contract managers
Methodology
Learning approach
- Practical workshops
- Case project
- Change request exercises
- Role plays
- Group discussions
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
Scope Fundamentals
- Scope management
- Product and project scope
- Scope creep
- Coffee break
- Scope creep (continued)
- Roles
- Exercise: Scope problems
Day 2
Requirements
- Requirements gathering
- Prioritisation
- Traceability
- Coffee break
- Traceability (continued)
- Acceptance criteria
- Workshop: Requirements
Day 3
Scope Definition
- Scope statements
- Exclusions
- WBS
- Coffee break
- WBS (continued)
- WBS dictionary
- Exercise: WBS creation
Day 4
Change Control
- Change process
- Impact analysis
- Change boards
- Coffee break
- Change boards (continued)
- Documentation
- Role play: Change request
Day 5
Validation and Stakeholders
- Scope validation
- Acceptance
- Expectation management
- Coffee break
- Expectation management (continued)
- Lessons learned
- Capstone: Scope management plan
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Project Scope Management and Change Control (PM-027) cover?
This course covers Project Management through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 9 - 13 November 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
Project managers, Business analysts, Product owners
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Barcelona, Paris, Dubai, Amsterdam, Geneva, Istanbul, Vienna, Cape Town.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days from 09:00 to 14:00, which gives 25 contact hours, including a daily 30-minute break (22.5 hours of instruction).
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