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Project Management Essentials

Learn the essentials of effective project management and build a solid foundation of team buy-in and consistent results.

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Available Dates:

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Recertification Credits:

  • HRCI

  • SHRM

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Cost:

$1295 for Virtual

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$1295 for In-Person

Our Project Management Training

Project Management Essentials teaches the mechanics of strong project management, including how to get people on board and achieve project success. You can expect to be fully engaged while learning to apply a step-by-step approach to help reduce the risk and uncertainty associated with project completion.

The content in this training is based on the Project Management Institute’s (PMI)® standards and knowledge areas. Those who attend this course are eligible for 16 PDUs (professional development units) to apply towards continuing certification requirements. The units can also be applied as 16 hours of project management education towards PMP® or CAPM® certifications. This course is not specifically designed as a certification preparation course, but the content covered matches closely with the PMP® or CAPM® exams.

Project Management Essentials is available online, in person at our training facility in Grand Rapids, or onsite anywhere in the United States.

Project Management Essentials

Who is it for?

We designed Project Management Essentials for people who contribute to projects, currently manage projects, are looking to grow into a project management role, want to learn the fundamentals of project management, or are experienced project managers looking for a refresher on core concepts.

What You Will Learn

This high-energy course is delivered over 16 hours of training (taking place virtually over four 4-hour sessions or in person over two back-to-back 8-hour days). In these sessions you will cover:

  • The Five Process Groups: You’ll explore the five process groups that every project follows: initiating, planning, execution, controlling, and closing. These five processes give you the skills to successfully plan, execute, and manage a well-run project.
  • The Triple Constraint: You’ll discover the principle of the triple constraints: cost, time, and scope. You’ll learn how to balance these three factors and how each one impacts the other to manage a successful project.

Participants will also discuss the Ten Project Management Areas:

  • Project Integration Management
  • Project Scope Management
  • Project Time Management
  • Project Cost Management
  • Project Quality Management
  • Project Human Resource Management
  • Project Communications Management
  • Project Risk Management
  • Project Procurement Management
  • Project Stakeholder Management

Benefits of Project Management Essentials

There are many benefits to bringing Project Management Essentials into your workplace, such as:

Complete Projects Faster with Fewer Resources

Managing a project with a step-by-step process means fewer mistakes, more effective resource allocation, and on-time projects.

HRCI

This training offers 16 credits

SHRM

This training offers 16 credits

Program Details and Registration

In-Person Cost: $1295

Virtual Cost: $1295

Virtual Training Program Details

All virtual sessions are live, instructor-led. Virtual training takes place over a Zoom meeting. Class sizes are limited to 20 participants to maximize interaction and learning. Once you’re registered, you will receive details on how to join the Zoom meeting.

Project Management Essentials virtual training includes:

  • 16 hours of training and activities
  • Training workbook, templates, and tools

Format: Four 4-hour sessions delivered virtually once a week for four weeks

Online Platform: Zoom

For Participation You Will Need:

  • A computer, laptop, iPad, or smartphone
  • Reliable Internet access

In Person Training Program Details

In-person training takes place at the Frontline Training Solutions training center in Grand Rapids, MI. Class sizes are limited to 20 participants to maximize interaction and learning.

Project Management Essentials in-person training includes:

  • 16 hours of training and activities
  • Training workbook, templates, and tools
  • Continental breakfast, boxed lunch, snacks, and drinks are provided

Format: Two 8-hour sessions delivered in person

Location: 1760 44th Street SW, Suite 10, Grand Rapids, MI 49519

Custom Solutions

Tailor Our Training to Your Team

We can customize our Project Management Essentials course for your team, no matter what challenges you’d like to address or where in the U.S. you are. Our training is available both in-person and virtually. Fill out our contact form to get started on a custom training plan for your organization.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is this class only for people in a project management position?

No! In fact, the majority of people who participate in Project Management Essentials don’t have project manager in their job title. This class is great for anyone who has any type of project management in their day-to-day job. People often join from backgrounds including marketing, engineering, IT, nonprofits, human resources, and more!

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