Skills Bootcamp in Project Management

Course Code: NDB016D/PM1

Course Type
Adult Learning
Subject Area
Business Management & Administration, Skills Bootcamps
Location
Taunton College
Start date
Flexible
Duration

A minimum of 60 guided learning hours

Course Overview

The Skills Bootcamp in Project Management is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge required to manage projects effectively. This programme is ideal for individuals looking to enhance their project management capabilities, whether they are new to the field or seeking to formalise their experience with a structured approach.

Units of study/what is involved

Introduction

  • Introduction and Induction
  • Overview of Project Management
  • Professionalism
  • Leadership styles
  • Safeguarding & Prevent, Equality & Diversity, British Values, BTC Community

Project Management and The Operating Environment

  • Project life cycle
  • Core components and key purposes of Project Management
  • Effective Project Management
  • The role of Project Manager

Project Management Communication Styles

  • Communication in Project Management
  • Tools and technology
  • Change in Project Management
  • Push and Pull Strategies

Management Structures

  • Project Management styles
  • The Iron Triangle
  • Roles and responsibilities
  • Key terminology in Project Management

Understand Project Scope Management

  • Project scope management
  • Product breakdown structure
  • Work breakdown structure
  • Organisational breakdown structure
  • Change control
  • Resource Management

Project Management Plan

  • Project plan
  • Project objectives
  • Budget considerations
  • Scope
  • Timeline

Risk Management

  • Risk management process
  • Risk analysis
  • Scope creep
  • Risk mitigation
  • The risk register

Monitoring Projects

  • Project control
  • Risk log and change logs
  • Quality control
  • Challenges

Budgeting and Finance

  • Budgeting projects
  • Monitoring project costs and overspending
  • Project funds
  • Task lists and schedules
  • Calculating budget
  • Cost Breakdown Structure
  • Cost estimation

Evaluating

  • KPIs
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Hard and soft project success criteria
  • Feedback

Project Closure and Handover Process

  • Project closure
  • Handover process
  • Lessons learned

Main Project

  • Real life scenarios

The schedule and time can be adapted to create a bespoke programme.

Assessment Methods

Online.

Progression Options

Upon successful completion of the Skills Bootcamp, learners will have the opportunity to enhance their skills in their current roles, apply for relevant job positions, or advance to an accelerated apprenticeship programme.

Entry Requirements

• Aged 19 or over • Have not started or completed a Skills Bootcamp this financial year • Have the right to work in the UK • Have lived in the UK for the last 3 years • If you are employed and upskilling, your employer may be asked to contribute dependant on your circumstances

Frequently Asked Questions

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