Project Management Essentials

Learn to effectively meet your project objectives on time and on budget.

  • Explore the role of projects in contemporary organisations - why do we have projects?
  • Clearly define projects to maximise their value.
  • Identify the key elements of a project plan.
  • Lead and manage project teams.
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    • What is covered in the course?
      • How to estimate project time and costs.
      • Developing effective project documentation, schedules and Gantt charts .
      • Establishing project control systemd and monitoring progress.
      • Managing project risks and addressing project issues.
      • How to communicate project plan progress.

    • Should I attend?

      This course suits any manager, professional or team leader with current or future project responsibility, or anyone who wants to understand and apply project management methodology.

    • How will I benefit?

      You will gain:

      • practical tools and skills to enhance your project management approach
      • confidence in leading and coordinating projects
      • increased ability to gain stakeholder support for your projects.

    • How will my organisation benefit?

      Your organisation will gain:

      • leaders and managers who can develop their staff to the benefit of the organisation
      • improved self-reliance to achieve organisational goals
      • greater employee engagement and satisfaction
      • improved organisational communication.

      Need customised training for your organisation?

      Contact our team to discuss customising this course to meet your needs.

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    • AQF Equivalence, Articulation Pathways CPD Points and Certification
      • Gain credit into the Professional Management Program by completing this course and its assessment.
      • The course offers pathways into the Adelaide MBA as part of the Professional Management Program.
      • You will receive a soft copy University of Adelaide Certificate of Completion.
      • This PACE course may contribute to earning Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points or credit. Many professional associations accredit CPD at a standard rate of 1 hour of professional development / learning = 1 CPD point. This should be used as a guide only and confirmation should be sought from your accrediting body prior to registration in any PACE course or program.
    The course was enriching, professionally, and gave me a good insight into my own personal development. Great course!past participant

    Enter our online learning space

    Your course will be delivered via our virtual learning platform and includes the following:

    • access to online course materials and activities 1 week prior to live virtual learning session
    • online support and interaction with your facilitator and course coordinator
    • live virtual learning sessions with your facilitator
    • further self-learning resources to embed your learning
    • post course evaluation.

    You will need:

    • computer or tablet
    • web browser Chrome or Firefox to view your course online
    • webcam, headphones and microphone
    • internet connection (broadband or 4G minimum)
    • notepaper and pen
    • a willingness to participate and engage with the instructor and other course participants
    • if your first language is not English, you must be equipped to demonstrate English Language Proficiency throughout your short course enrolment at a minimum IELTS Level 6.5 in all bands in line with the University of Adelaide’s Minimum English Language Requirements.

    Available course dates:

    No dates for this course are currently being offered. Please register your interest for future dates by emailing pace@adelaide.edu.au