Project Management Fundamentals

The DIXONTECH Project Management Fundamentals course provides professionals with a comprehensive foundation in modern project management concepts, tools, and techniques aligned with the PMI® Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide). The course builds essential skills for initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing projects successfully—equipping participants with the structure and confidence needed to manage projects in diverse industries.

TRAINING TOPICS

• Principles and Lifecycle of Project Management
• Project Initiation and Scope Definition
• Planning, Scheduling, and Budgeting Techniques
• Project Execution and Risk Management
• Monitoring, Control, and Project Closure

BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING COURSE, DELEGATES WILL BE ABLE TO:

Develop a complete understanding of the project management process and its real-world applications.

• Understand PMI® project lifecycle phases and processes
• Define project scope, deliverables, and objectives
• Plan resources, schedules, and budgets effectively
• Manage stakeholders and project communication
• Identify and mitigate project risks proactively
• Monitor project progress using key performance metrics
• Ensure successful project delivery and closure

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO

Professionals at entry or intermediate levels seeking to enhance their project management knowledge and capabilities.

• New and Aspiring Project Managers
• Project Coordinators and Team Leaders
• Technical and Functional Managers
• Business Analysts and Engineers
• PMO and Support Staff
• Supervisors Managing Small Projects
• Professionals Preparing for PMI® Certifications

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

This DIXONTECH training blends theoretical learning with practical exercises, real-world examples, and group simulations. Participants will use templates, case studies, and PMI® frameworks to develop hands-on experience in managing real-life project scenarios across various sectors.

DAY 1

INTRODUCTION TO PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND PMI® FRAMEWORK

• Defining a project and its distinguishing features
• Project vs. operations and key differences
• Overview of PMI® process groups and knowledge areas
• Understanding project constraints: time, cost, and scope
• Role and responsibilities of a project manager
• Importance of organizational strategy and governance

DAY 2

PROJECT INITIATION AND SCOPE DEFINITION

• Developing a business case and project charter
• Identifying stakeholders and defining expectations
• Establishing project objectives and deliverables
• Creating a high-level project roadmap
• Defining scope boundaries and constraints
• Tools for scope management and stakeholder analysis

DAY 3

PROJECT PLANNING, SCHEDULING, AND BUDGETING

• Developing the project management plan
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) creation
• Activity definition, sequencing, and dependencies
• Critical path and Gantt chart techniques
• Estimating resources, costs, and durations
• Establishing a baseline for scope, time, and cost

DAY 4

PROJECT EXECUTION AND RISK MANAGEMENT

• Managing teams and allocating project resources
• Communication and leadership in project environments
• Identifying and analyzing project risks
• Risk response planning and mitigation techniques
• Managing quality and performance during execution
• Handling changes and scope adjustments effectively
• Practical workshop: risk matrix development

DAY 5

MONITORING, CONTROL, AND PROJECT CLOSURE

• Tracking progress using key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Applying Earned Value Management (EVM) for control
• Managing project issues and corrective actions
• Reporting project status to stakeholders
• Conducting project closure and lessons learned review
• Archiving documentation and knowledge management
• Final simulation: end-to-end project case study