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15 sessionsIntroduction
Course overview
Course Introduction
No matter the size of your project, it's a complex puzzle of interconnected parts that must align to meet deadlines, stay within budgets, and uphold quality standards. Even a minor hiccup can cascade into delays and financial setbacks. Keeping everything synchronized is a daunting task, causing stress for both project managers and sponsors. That's why every project requires a robust project control system to track progress and evaluate performance, alongside project managers equipped with the right soft skills to lead, influence, negotiate, and motivate team members.
During project execution, the culmination of planning efforts leads to visible progress, impressing senior managers. But how do we gauge progress accurately? While numerous metrics can be tracked, only a select few truly reflect the project's performance.
Course content
Five focused days of learning and application
Day 1
Project Basics
- Organisation Vision, Mission & Strategy
- Characteristics of projects
- How project success is measured
- Project context and the environment
- Initiation
- Defining project scope
Day 2
Planning Projects with Execution, Monitoring and Control in Mind
- What is project planning?
- What work has to be done?
- In what order will the work be done?
- How long will work take?
- Who do we need to undertake the work, including acceleration techniques
- What tools can we use to communicate our plans?
Day 3
Risk Management
- How much will the project cost?
- Risk Management processes, tools and techniques
- Designing the monitoring and control system using S curves
- Introducing a change control system
- The value of Audits
- Baselining
Day 4
Monitoring and Control, Evaluation, Reporting & Hand-over
- Setting up Project Control Systems
- Selecting Appropriate Key Performance Indicators
- Project execution
- Monitoring Performance through Earned Value Management
- Reviewing what has been achieved and reporting progress
- Controlling Project Handover to Operations
Day 5
Looking After and Leading the Team
- Project people selection, team building and empowerment
- Leadership vs management
- Negotiating and delegating with confidence
- Meetings and safe communication with stakeholders
- Conflict handling
- Project closure
- Lessons learned
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Advanced Monitoring and Evaluation of Projects (PM-017) 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 19 - 23 October 2026, with additional classroom dates and mirrored Online / Live options listed in the course schedules section.
Who should attend this course?
This programme is designed for professionals responsible for strategy, operations, transformation, or delivery leadership.
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?
Yes. The course detail page includes both classroom sessions and Online / Live sessions, with online options aligned to the same course dates for easier planning.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Istanbul, Rome, Kuala lumpur, Barcelona, Geneva, Munich, Amsterdam.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days, with up to five training hours per day, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Each programme includes a total of 25 accredited training hours.
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