Mastering Project Performance: Measurement & Management Skills

Course Description

This intensive 5-day course equips project managers with advanced skills in performance measurement and management. Participants will learn to develop key performance indicators, analyze project data, and implement effective strategies to optimize project outcomes. The course covers both theoretical concepts and practical applications to enhance project success rates and stakeholder satisfaction.

Learning Objectives

• Develop and implement effective project performance metrics and KPIs
• Master data analysis techniques for informed decision-making
• Learn to create and utilize performance dashboards for project monitoring
• Understand how to align project performance with organizational goals
• Acquire skills in stakeholder communication and performance reporting

Course Modules

Day 1: Foundations of Project Performance Management

• Introduction to project performance measurement
• Aligning performance metrics with project and organizational goals
• Key performance indicators (KPIs) for projects
• Establishing performance baselines

Day 2: Data Collection and Analysis

• Methods for collecting project performance data
• Data analysis techniques for project managers
• Interpreting performance trends and patterns
• Using data to forecast project outcomes

Day 3: Performance Monitoring and Control

• Creating effective project dashboards
• Real-time performance monitoring strategies
• Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques
• Corrective action planning and implementation

Day 4: Stakeholder Management and Reporting

• Tailoring performance reports for different stakeholders
• Effective communication of project performance
• Managing stakeholder expectations
• Strategies for performance-based decision-making

Day 5: Continuous Improvement and Best Practices

• Implementing a culture of continuous improvement
• Lessons learned and knowledge management
• Benchmarking project performance
• Emerging trends in project performance management

Practical Wins for Participants

• Ability to design and implement a comprehensive project performance measurement system
• Skills to create insightful performance dashboards and reports
• Techniques to use performance data for proactive project management
• Strategies to enhance stakeholder engagement through effective performance communication