Training in Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Course

OVERVIEW

Project Management Professional (PMP) is the designation awarded by the Project Management Institute to project management professionals who fulfil certain education and experience criteria. It is a certificate of their superior project management knowledge and skill.

The PMP Certification is globally recognized and is very beneficial to project management professionals. Since the certification acts as an assurance of the professionals’ quality and skill, it has a direct impact on the earning capacity of professionals receiving it. PMPs also get to work on more challenging and complex projects, thus learning more from practically experiencing these situations.

PMPs are a preference for recruiters for critical and senior project management positions. The experience and skill gained through the certification process is applicable to most industries hence, PMPs have more employment options and are able to perform well in any industry. The PMP certification is also a good future investment for project management professionals.

The training course will empower you with the required skill, knowledge and confidence to undertake the PMP certification exam and successfully clear it. The information gained will prepare for the format and type of questions in the exam. Further, the course will enhance your project management skills and capabilities, to the level of a PMP, thus enhancing your performance and success in managing complex projects in any industry.

IMPORTANCE OF PMP CERTIFICATION TRAINING

In the recent past, projects have become more complex and interconnected. Thus, organizations are looking for dedicated project managers with a palette of skills. According to PMI, demand for skilled project managers over the next 10 years is projected to grow faster than in any other occupation. PMI estimates that by 2027 employers will be in need of approximately 22 million new project-oriented professionals. This indicates that skilled project managers will be in high demand.

PMP CERTIFICATION IS A VERY SMART INVESTMENT, which will definitely help you achieve a very fulfilling career and an overall more successful career growth and development. Currently, there are more than 1,000,000 PMP Certification holders worldwide.

PMP is one of the leading industry-recognized Project Management Course and is undoubtedly a gold standard for Project Management Certifications. This PMP Course is specifically designed to prepare you to clear the PMP Exam on your first attempt.

ABOUT PMP CERTIFICATION TRAINING

The 10-day PMP Certification training at Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training is ideal for project managers across industries, who are looking for steady growth in their careers. The certification training course will impart valuable knowledge and skills in project management that will set you apart from your colleagues.

As a part of this PMP Certification training, you will improve your leadership skills and understand how to use standard tools & techniques to ensure all communications are clear. You will acquire skills to create an accurate project schedule and identify, access, and control project risks. You will be guided through the program by globally-renowned project management experts to earn a PMP Certification that prepares you to face the emerging new normal.

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

At Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training, we prefer a healthy mix of theoretical and practical approaches to training. The training content is reviewed before each session to check and make changes, if needed, to suit the training audience. Training is delivered through lectures and interactive discussions by an experienced professional in the relevant domains. Shared learning and active participation in the program are ensured through group activities and assignments among trainees. For the practical aspect to training, role-plays and experience sharing are encouraged. Case studies are also discussed to enhance relativity. The training follows the unique Do–Review–Learn–Apply Model.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Senior members of an organization’s management who need to understand the importance and benefits of having trained and certified professionals carry out projects within the organization.
• Project Managers, Coordinators and Analysts responsible for planning, coordinating and successfully completing projects within the organization.
• Project team leads and officers responsible for setting standards and guidelines around the management of projects.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

By the end of this Course, Project Management Professionals shall be empowered with:

• Complete knowledge and information to undertake the PMP Certification Exam
• The requisite skill to work at the same level of quality and productivity as a PMP
• The experience and knowledge to successfully manage and complete complex projects within the set timelines and budgets
• Adequate knowledge to train other Project Management Professionals and enhance their skills and capabilities.
• The ability to handle multiple projects at the same time and deliver high quality outcomes.
• The requisite expertise in all performance domains of the PMP Exam
• Enhanced strategic and analytical skills to innovate and provide effective ideas to managing a project from start to end, from planning to delivery
• The overall skillset and capability to receive and successfully undertake critical roles and responsibilities across any industry, thus increasing market reach and scope

COURSE CONTENT

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION

• Introduction to PMP and PMP Certification Overview
  • Pre-requisites
  • Application process
  • Exam format
  • Advantages of PMP Certification
• What is a Project?
• What is Project Management?
• Relationships Among Portfolio Management, Program Management, Project Management, and Organizational Project Management
• Relationship Between Project Management, Operations Management, and Organizational Strategy
• Business Value
• Role of the Project Manager
• Project Management Body of Knowledge

MODULE 2: ORGANIZATIONAL INFLUENCES AND PROJECT LIFE CYCLE

• Organizational Influences on Project Management
• Project Stakeholders and Governance
• Project Team
• Project Life Cycle

MODULE 3: PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROCESSES

• Common Project Management Process Interactions
• Project Management Process Groups
• Initiating Process Group
• Planning Process Group
• Executing Process Group
• Monitoring and Controlling Process Group
• Closing Process Group
• Project Information
• Role of the Knowledge Areas

MODULE 4: PROJECT INTEGRATION MANAGEMENT

• Develop Project Charter
• Develop Scope Statement
• Develop Project Management Plan
• Direct and Manage Project Work
• Monitor and Control Project Work
• Perform Integrated Change Control
• Close Project or Phase

MODULE 5: PROJECT SCOPE MANAGEMENT

• Plan Scope Management
• Collect Requirements
• Scope Process Definition
• Create Work Breakdown Structure
• Scope Process Validation
• Scope Process Control
• Scope Planning

MODULE 6: PROJECT SCHEDULE MANAGEMENT

• Plan Schedule Management
• Define Activities
• Sequence Activities
• Precedence Diagramming Method
  • Finish-to-Start
  • Start-to-Start
  • Finish-to-Finish
  • Start-to-Finish
• Estimate Activity Resources
• Estimate Activity Durations
• Develop Schedule
• Control Schedule

MODULE 7: PROJECT COST MANAGEMENT

• Plan Cost Management
• Cost Estimation
• Determine Budget
• Control Costs
• Resource Planning

MODULE 8: PROJECT QUALITY MANAGEMENT

• Plan Quality Management
• Perform Quality Assurance
• Quality Control

MODULE 9: PROJECT RESOURCE MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW

• Plan Resource Management
• Resource Estimation
• Resource Acquisition
• Develop Teams
• Manage Teams
• Control Teams
• People Development
• Physical Resource Control

MODULE 10: PROJECT COMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT

• Plan Communications Management
• Communication Management
• Communications Control

MODULE 11: PROJECT RISK MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW

• Plan Risk Management
• Risk Identification
• Risk Analysis
  • Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis
  • Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis
• Plan Risk Responses
• Implement Risk Responses
• Risk Monitoring and Evaluation

MODULE 12: PROJECT PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW

• Procurement Planning
• Procurement Selection
• Procurement Administration
• Procurement Closure

MODULE 13: PROJECT STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW

• Stakeholder Identification
• Stakeholder Mapping and Analysis
• Plan Stakeholder Management
• Manage Stakeholder Engagement
• Monitor and Control Stakeholder Engagement

MODULE 14: RESPONSIBILITIES OF A PMP

• Develop the Big Idea and Focus on the Big Picture
• Assemble the Team Together
• Organize and Coordinate the Plan
• Provide Team Leadership
• Manage Costs and Expenses
• Utilize Decision Making Power
• Deliver Committed Objectives
• Manage Handover

REQUIREMENTS

Participants should be reasonably proficient in English. Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.

NOTE

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free
2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees caters for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded a Certificate of Completion at the end of the training.
4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.
5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fee paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

HOW TO BOOK

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.

Or call us on: +254720272325 / +254737566961

Payment Options: We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date in order to reserve your seat:

1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.
2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.
3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

CANCELLATION POLICY

1. Payment for the all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.
2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.
3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less to the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training at a later date, or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

TAILOR MADE COURSES

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request to a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it delivered at our Training Centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737566961 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737566961