Advanced Blackbird Project Management Professional Course

Course Description

This intensive 10-day course is designed for experienced project managers seeking to elevate their skills to an advanced level. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of cutting-edge project management methodologies, leadership techniques, and strategic planning. The course combines theoretical concepts with practical applications, preparing managers to handle complex projects effectively.

Learning Objectives

• Master advanced project management methodologies and tools
• Develop strategic thinking and decision-making skills for complex projects
• Enhance leadership and team management capabilities
• Learn to navigate challenging project environments and stakeholder relationships
• Gain expertise in risk management and quality assurance techniques

Course Modules

Day 1: Advanced Project Management Fundamentals

• Evolution of project management practices
• Complex project environments and challenges
• Advanced project lifecycle models
• Strategic alignment of projects with organizational goals

Day 2: Strategic Project Planning and Initiation

• Advanced project selection and portfolio management
• Stakeholder analysis and engagement strategies
• Developing comprehensive project charters
• Setting up governance structures for complex projects

Day 3: Advanced Scope and Requirements Management

• Techniques for managing scope in complex projects
• Requirements elicitation and analysis for large-scale projects
• Creating and managing the work breakdown structure (WBS)
• Scope verification and control strategies

Day 4: Advanced Schedule and Resource Management

• Critical chain project management
• Resource leveling and optimization techniques
• Managing schedule dependencies in multi-project environments
• Advanced earned value management

Day 5: Advanced Cost Management and Budgeting

• Strategic cost estimation techniques
• Budget management for complex projects
• Financial analysis and reporting for projects
• Cost control and forecasting methods

Day 6: Risk Management and Quality Assurance

• Advanced risk identification and analysis techniques
• Developing comprehensive risk response strategies
• Quality management in complex project environments
• Implementing effective quality control processes

Day 7: Leadership and Team Management

• Advanced leadership styles for project managers
• Building and managing high-performance teams
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Emotional intelligence in project leadership

Day 8: Stakeholder Management and Communication

• Strategies for managing difficult stakeholders
• Advanced communication planning and execution
• Influencing without authority
• Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams

Day 9: Agile and Hybrid Project Management

• Scaling agile for large projects
• Integrating agile with traditional methodologies
• Lean project management principles
• Adaptive project management frameworks

Day 10: Project Closure and Continuous Improvement

• Advanced techniques for project closure and evaluation
• Capturing and leveraging lessons learned
• Implementing continuous improvement in project management
• Future trends in project management

Practical Wins for Participants

• Ability to manage and deliver complex, high-stakes projects successfully
• Enhanced leadership skills to drive team performance and stakeholder satisfaction
• Expertise in advanced risk management and quality assurance techniques
• Proficiency in integrating various project management methodologies for optimal results