Advanced Project Management

By the end of the Advanced Project Management course, participants will:

• Gain a refreshed understanding of project management tools and processes, with a focus on risk management tailored to the network services industry.
• Understand the fundamentals of project initiation and stakeholder alignment.
• Equip teams to deliver high-quality results within time and budget constraints.
• Master negotiation techniques and communication strategies critical for project success.

This course is ideal for:

• Project Managers and Team Leaders in telecommunications and networking.
• Network Engineers and PMO Staff managing complex projects.
• Business Managers and Project Sponsors responsible for delivery and oversight.

We use a variety of methods to ensure effective learning:

• Lectures & Presentations: Deliver expert content tailored to Crosslinks’ industry context.
• Comprehensive Course Material: Provide actionable, practical resources.
• Collaborative Group Work: Foster knowledge-sharing through discussions and case studies.
• Workshops & Role-Play: Engage participants in real-world scenarios.
• Practical Application: Focus on translating theoretical concepts into workplace solutions.
• Post-Training Support: Offer continued guidance to reinforce learning outcomes.
  

Day 1: Foundations of Project Management

• Linking organizational strategy with project goals in the telecom sector.
• Roles and responsibilities in project management and stakeholder engagement.
• Project selection and initiation criteria specific to network projects.

Day 2: The Project Manager’s Role and Team Leadership

• Criteria for identifying effective project managers in Crosslinks’ context.
• Strategies for team building, empowerment, and delegation.
• Enhancing communication and resolving conflicts within technical teams.

Day 3: Planning and Scheduling

• Creating work breakdown structures and activity sequencing.
• Resource planning and accurate time estimation.
• Using planning tools to improve clarity and collaboration.

Day 4: Risk Management and Project Control

• Developing cost estimation and budgeting strategies for network projects.
• Implementing proactive risk management techniques.
• Establishing baseline control systems and addressing project changes.

Day 5: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Closure

• Tracking progress with Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Reporting achievements and lessons learned.
• Project handover, closure, and success evaluation.

By attending this course, participants at Crosslinks Access Network Services Limited will refine their project management skills, equipping them to deliver exceptional results in a fast-evolving telecommunications landscape.