An Intensive 10-day Training Course
Project Management Specialist
(The 10-day Project Professional Training)
CLASSROOM DATES
This accredited training course is also available as a generic title: The 10-day Project Professional Training
INTRODUCTION
Projects today demand a balanced mix of technical expertise, leadership, and strategic alignment. Many organizations face challenges in delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the expected quality due to unclear objectives, poor planning, and ineffective risk management. This Project Management Specialist Training equips professionals with the knowledge and tools to overcome these challenges by focusing on proven project management best practices.
Delegates will gain a structured understanding of the project life cycle while exploring the importance of aligning project goals with stakeholder needs and organizational strategy. The course also develops leadership and communication skills, enabling participants to motivate teams, resolve conflict, and drive successful project outcomes.
Through practical case studies and real-world examples, participants will learn to apply frameworks for planning, scheduling, cost estimation, and risk management. They will also explore advanced approaches to performance monitoring and continuous improvement.
By attending this Project Management Specialist course, participants will:
- Strengthen their management and leadership capabilities.
- Apply advanced tools for planning, scheduling, and cost control.
- Align projects with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Harness the power of high-performing teams.
- Implement effective risk management and change control.
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this Project Management Specialist Training, participants will be able to:
- Improve management performance and leadership effectiveness.
- Apply strategic planning and execution techniques.
- Develop negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Analyse and apply Baldrige award criteria for excellence.
- Define client requirements and establish realistic project goals.
- Create and apply work breakdown structures for effective control.
- Estimate time and costs using advanced techniques.
- Implement earned value systems to track project progress.
- Monitor success using KPIs and critical success factors.
- Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks through structured processes.
- Manage project changes and ensure effective closure.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This EuroMaTech Project Management Specialist Training is designed for professionals aiming to expand their project management capabilities and leadership skills. It will be especially valuable for:
- Project Managers and Program Managers responsible for delivering outcomes.
- Technical Professionals and Engineers seeking structured project management skills.
- Process Improvement Team Members contributing to organizational efficiency.
- Administrators managing cross-functional project activities.
- Business Planners overseeing project strategy and execution.
- Professionals aspiring to take on greater responsibilities in managing complex projects.
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
The Project Management Specialist Training adopts an interactive and practical approach, blending expert presentations with group exercises, case studies, and real-world examples. Delegates will participate in hands-on activities, discussions, and role-play scenarios to apply tools and techniques directly to their professional challenges. Video resources and experiential exercises ensure that participants engage deeply with the material, gaining confidence to implement what they learn. This methodology fosters collaborative learning and enables delegates to build practical skills that can be applied immediately to enhance project performance in their organizations.
TRAINING SUMMARY
The Project Management Specialist Training is a comprehensive programme designed to sharpen both the technical and leadership aspects of project management. Covering the entire life cycle—from initiation to closure—this course equips participants with the ability to plan, monitor, and control projects efficiently while managing people and resources effectively.
Delegates will explore the integration of “hard” skills such as scheduling, cost estimation, and earned value analysis with “soft” skills like communication, motivation, and team leadership. This holistic approach ensures participants leave with the capability to deliver projects that align with organizational goals and create measurable business value.
Ultimately, this EuroMaTech training helps organizations develop project managers who lead with confidence, adaptability, and a strategic mindset.
TRAINING OUTLINE
Day 1: People Management
- The Importance of Sociotechnical Management
- Organizational Values and Visionary Leadership
- Introduction to the Malcolm Baldrige Quality Award-Standard of Excellence
- Organizational and Personal Learning
- Employee Training, Well-Being, Satisfaction and Commitment
- Enhancing Your Coaching Skills
Day 2: Leading Teams
- Work Teams and Project Management
- Understanding Team Member Styles
- Managing Conflict in a Productive Manner
- Creating a Virtual Team
- Evaluating Team Effectiveness
Day 3: Strategic Management
- Management by Fact and Vision
- The Strategy Development Process
- Strategic Planning and Implementation
- SWOT Analysis and Performance Improvement Techniques
- Integrating the Value Chain for Enhanced Performance
- Examples of Strategic Success and Failure
Day 4: Negotiating for Results
- Gaining Insight into the Negotiating Process
- Characteristics of an Effective Negotiator
- Developing Negotiating Strategies
- Employing Persuasive Negotiation Techniques
- Achieving the Benefits of Effective Negotiating
- Negotiation Exercises
Day 5: Operational Excellence
- The Malcolm Baldrige Quality Award-Standard of Excellence Practice
- Matching Organizational Strategies with Operational Results
- Achieving Competitive Advantage Through Operational Excellence
- Business Models and Business Process Re-Engineering
- Public Responsibility, Citizenship and Value Creation
- Lessons from the Best Performing Companies and Benchmarking Your Operation Against the Best
Day 6: Foundations of Project Management
- The Nature of Projects and Project Management
- Project/Program and Portfolio Management
- From Strategic Planning to Project Management
- Management Criteria versus Engineering Criteria
- The Project Life Cycle
- Managing the Triple Constraints
- Managing Project Risks
- Managing Stakeholders
- The Project Manager’s Responsibilities and the Role of Senior Management
- Steps in Managing a Project
- The “Hard” Skills of Managing a Project
- The “Soft” Skills of Managing a Project
- Project Management Maturity Level
- Typical Project Organization Structure
- The Project Management Office (PMO) Concept
- Basic Contract Types in Managing Projects
- The Generic Planning and Control Cycle in Project Management
Day 7: Project Initiating, Planning and Scheduling
- The Project Charter
- Stakeholder Identification
- The Imperative of Planning
- Planning Definition
- Project Planning Overview
- The Project Plan
- Developing the Mission, Vision, Goals and Objectives of the Project
- Basic Project Planning Steps
- Identifying Success Criteria
- Developing the Requirements
- Scope Definition
- Procurement Planning: “Make or Buy” Decision
- Defining the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- The Organization Breakdown Structure (OBS)
- The Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM)
- Defining and Sequencing Project Activities
- Estimating Activity Resources and Durations
- Staffing Management Plan
- Scheduling the Project Work
- Estimating Costs and Determining Budgets
- The Performance Measurement Baselines (PMB)
- Communication Planning
- Quality Planning
Day 8: Risk Management Planning & Control
- Risk Management Overview
- Definitions of Certainty, Risk and Uncertainty
- Definition of Project Risks
- Definition of Risk Management
- The Primary Aspects of Risk Management
- Risk Management Planning Process
- Risk Identification
- Risk Assessment and Prioritization
- Qualitative Risk Analysis
- Quantitative Risk Analysis
- Risk Issue Filtering
- Risk Avoidance Plans
- Risk Contingency Plans
- Risk Tracking and Reporting Approach
- Risk Management Organization and Responsibilities
- Risk Management Plan Documentation and Risk Database Preparation
- The Output of Risk Management Planning
- Risk Management Control Process
- Risk Avoidance Plan Implementation
- Risk Contingency Plan Implementation
- Risk Reports and Reviews
- Risk Activities Effectiveness Evaluation
- Risk Management Plan Updates
- Flow of Risk Management Planning and Control Responsibilities
- Risk Management Process Flow
Day 9: Project Execution, Monitoring & Control
- Directing and Managing Project Execution
- Monitoring Work Performance Information
- Managing the Project Team
- Managing Stakeholder Expectation
- Project Deliverables Tracking
- Project Control Definition
- The Objectives of Project Control
- Project Control Approach
- The Earned Value Management (EVM) Concept: An Integrated Project Control Approach
- Integrated Change Control
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA / QC)
- Communication and Documentation Control
- Procurement Administration
Day 10: Project Closure
- Effective Project Closure
- Project Closure Objectives
- Project Closure Plan
- Administrative Closure
- Contract Closure
- Project Closure and Contract Closure Interaction
- Lesson Learned
- Post-Project Evaluation
- Success Celebration
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ACCREDITATION
ILM is one of the largest specialist Institutes for leadership & management development. EuroMaTech is a life-time Approved Centre with ILM (ID No. 002398) and have gained ILM Endorsement for a number of training courses, allowing participants to get ILM Certificate through work-based training sessions.
EuroMaTech is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.
Euromatech is a Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA) approved training institute in Dubai, licensed and approved to deliver training courses in the UAE.
The KHDA is the regulatory authority in the UAE, that oversees administering, approving, supervising, and controlling the activities of various education providers in the UAE. We are proud of our commitment to ensuring quality training courses and status as a KHDA-approved training provider.
FAQ
EuroMaTech provides a range of ISO certification and compliance training courses, including:
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems Training
- ISO 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Training
- ISO 14001 – Environmental Management Systems Training
These courses help organizations adopt internationally recognized standards and improve their overall performance.
To register for a training course, you can:
- Visit the EuroMaTech website, browse the available courses, and follow the online registration process.
- Contact EuroMaTech’s support team for assistance with course selection or inquiries about corporate training solutions.
EuroMaTech stands out as a leader in training and professional development due to:
- 30+ years of experience delivering high-impact training courses across industries.
- Accreditations from leading institutions, ensuring top-tier course quality and recognition.
- A portfolio of thousands of training courses, serving professionals at every level.
- A focus on innovation and future-ready learning models, including blended and digital training.
- Long-term partnerships with organizations globally, ensuring sustained success through talent development.
EuroMaTech has successfully delivered thousands of training courses, with thousands of professionals from over 50 countries attending annually.
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We provide two flexible training formats to suit your preferences:
- Classroom Training: Experience in-person learning with expert instructors. Engage in interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and benefit from face-to-face networking.
- Online Training: Join live online sessions from anywhere, offering flexibility for those with busy schedules or who prefer remote learning.
- In-House Training: We can bring our training directly to your organization, allowing for tailored sessions that address your specific needs and objectives.
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