Articles on Project Management training

I was pleasantly surprised with the relevance of the information.

“Following this interaction, our organisation has undergone such a fundamental change in our ability to take responsibility for how we either hold ourselves back or allow ourselves to flourish.”

“Structure. Learning methods. Interaction.”

Skipping steps in your studying can cause you to take longer to get your certificate.

We made this video in response to a Request for Proposal (RFP) from a prospective corporate client. The RFP was

We explain how to ensure that you focus on the right things.

This article is especially relevant to South Africans and Namibians who want to be recognised for their competence in Project Management.

The PMCD Framework (or PMCDF) is a practice standard of the PMI®. It describes what the PMI® considers to be important characteristics and attributes for a project manager.

As one of the referenced thought leaders in this course said: I’ve learned to take agency over my learning.

It was great! The daily tasks were interesting and encouraged me to do some additional reading and research.

I am also amazed at the volume of knowledge I gained, just by doing a little bit each day.

Isidore has worked in a leading role in projects in number of countries in Africa. In March 2018, he completed the Project Management Concepts course online. We asked him about his experience.

“I have put together a list of pre-reading for you. Please feel free to share this mail with your superiors as well, so that they can be aware of how what you learn involves and depends on them. We need to work in such a way that your work will support their management endeavours in an integrated way.”

I will be going on holiday from 28 March to 9 April. I will not have access to a computer, but if there are any articles I can print and take along…

“I needed to improve myself as head of my company.”

“They really want to help you grow.”

“It was amazing. I met a lot of nice people, shared experiences and learned from their experiences.”

“The positives and learning experience is simply invaluable. It leaves you yearning for more.”

“Overall, the Workshop was excellent. I met lovely people from all walks of life and abroad, but most importantly I learned new skills and how to apply them.”

“I would recommend this Workshop to anyone in any size business. You are sure to take away valuable knowledge.”

Most participants rated the Workshop as exceeding their expectations in every way.

Informative. Motivating. Mind opening. I had a good time. Thank you ProjectManagement.co.za Team!

If you want projects to run better in your organisation, you’ll need to change the way in which some things are run in the organisation, not just in one person’s office.

“Our CEO, Dr. Meyer, cannot attend–but I will check if she can be there the first day till 10:00–any specific reason why you want her there?”

What kind of response can you expect from us to meet your organisation’s needs in respect of Project Management training? This letter was written to a prospective client by one of our directors on 18 December 2017.

What kind of advice can you expect from us to meet your own unique needs in respect of Project Management training? This letter was written to a prospective client by one of our directors on 11 December 2017.

A successful first workshop will leave management and participants with a growing sense of discomfort. Managing the turbulence is the the task of the leader.

Project managers spend most of their time communicating with the project team and with other stakeholders. So, if you want to master this important activity, you’ll have to master the basics of writing.

This article is part of a series on professional writing skills needed to support the development of project manager competencies according to the PMI®’s Project Manager Competency Development Framework (PMCDF).

So you want to become a good project manager? Here’s one thing you’d better do.

In this article, I explain six steps you can take to understand concepts well in the Project Management Concepts Course and other study situations.

Before anything else, let’s ask, “What is this about, and why is this important?” and only then concern ourselves with questions like, “What is the difference between a PBS and a WBS?”

“Very personalised approach and practical presentation involving all learners.”

We provide practical, relevant, cost-effective Project Management training. Our learning programmes are designed to meet real needs.

Habits provide rhythm, creating the predictability needed for tracking progress and identifying deviations in the pattern.

Besides formal eligibility criteria for CAPM and PMP, the Project Manager Competency Development Framework provides additional logical prerequisites.

“Her time management and coverage of topics is like a mythical thing in real life. Clear explanations, relevant examples, engaging presenting.”

Using the PMCD Framework, this 20-minute video explains what you need to know before spending your money on a Project Management course.

“And I would highly recommend to anyone who holds a leadership position or even hopes to have one. I am confident that I can now advocate for changes at the office.”

“Very informative, engaging, mainly doing a lot yourself. Info stays in your head.”

There are three main reasons why we recommend the Project Management Concepts course prior to training for your PMP® exam.

The Project Manager Competency Development Framework, 3rd Edition (PMCD Framework/PMCDF) is a practice standard of the PMI®. Here’s what you need to know.

“A better approach to identifying and solving project management areas within our divisions. Improved understanding of how to create a better collaborative and communicative environment.”

“Changed how I should be approaching and working through problems and projects.”

“Fun and dynamic. Loved the way the content was shared as it was entertaining and made understanding of the work easier.”

Try not to mix work and studies. You lose focus on both this way. Also, separate your studies from your family time. It will not work while the kids are awake.

Fifi de Poodle has been formally evaluated for demonstrated experience, knowledge and performance. So why doesn’t she have the knowledge needed to manage a project?

“Make sure you understand what is asked before answering.”

Leo’s working hard to do something he’s never done before.

“This is a nice way to implement tracking your own progress, clearly stipulating the milestones along the way.”