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What You'll Learn

Master the fundamentals of project management. Learn to plan, execute, and deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the desired quality standards.

Course Benefits
Industry Certification

Internationally recognized qualification

Expert Instructors

Learn from industry professionals

Dedicated Support

Assistance during and after training

Practical Skills

Apply knowledge immediately

Comprehensive 5-day curriculum with all materials included
Hands-on exercises and real-world case studies
Valuable networking opportunities with peers and experts
Post-course resources and refresher materials
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Duration 5 Days
Level Advanced
Format In-Person

Course Overview

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As organizations seek to increase efficiency and cut costs in the increasingly challenging business climate, a focus on selecting, prioritizing and delivering the projects is more important than ever. Key to this objective is effective Project Management, a framework to ensure that investments in projects, resource allocation, monitoring, and evaluation is optimized throughout project life cycles and through to delivery and close-out.

The Fundamentals of Project Management training course will provide participants with an overview of the world of project management. It covers basic Project Management concepts including project management definitions, project and project management life cycles, types of organizations and who the project stakeholders are. It also covers the ten knowledge areas for the participants to be able to use them in planning their projects at their workplace, including integration, scope, time, cost and stakeholder management.

Course Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Project Managers
  • Procurement Officers
  • Finance Managers
  • Human Resource Managers
  • Operations Managers
  • Administrative Personnel
  • Any professional involved in contract management but without formal training in contract law

Course Impact

Organizational Impact

  • Improves project planning and execution across departments

  • Enhances efficiency and accountability in project delivery

  • Builds a shared understanding of project management practices within the organization

Personal Impact

  • Provides a strong foundation in core project management principles

  • Builds confidence in planning, monitoring, and delivering projects

  • Equips participants with tools to manage time, scope, and resources effectively

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental concepts of project management.
  • Identify the key stages of the project management lifecycle.
  • Develop project plans, including scope, time, cost, and resource management.
  • Utilize project management tools and techniques to manage projects effectively.
  • Monitor and control project performance to ensure successful completion.
  • Communicate effectively with project stakeholders.
  • Manage project risks and changes efficiently.
  • Close projects and ensure lessons learned are documented and utilized.

Course Outline

Module 1 - Introduction and Project Framework

  • Terminology and History
  • The PMI Framework and the 10 Project Knowledge Areas
  • Scoping Fundamentals and the Project Charter
  • Project Planning and the WBS

Module 2 - Estimating Time and the Critical Path

  • Estimating Time for activities
  • Statistical considerations
  • Understanding dependencies
  • The Network diagram
  • Determining the Critical Path

Module 3 - Resources and Risks

  • Techniques to address the critical path
  • Resource estimating and graphs
  • Resource Smoothing and Trade off
  • Understanding project risk
  • Risk Management framework and control strategies

Module 4 - Multiple Projects, Small Projects and Communications

  • Techniques for managing small projects
  • Dealing with multiple projects
  • Communications considerations and value

Module 5 - Project Management and Leadership

  • The role of the project management team
  • Project leadership styles and implications of different styles
  • Quality considerations and opportunities
  • Summary and review

Prerequisites

No specific prerequisites required. This course is suitable for beginners and professionals alike.

Course Administration Details

Customized Training

This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.

Requirements

Participants need to be proficient in English.

Training Fee

The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) under License NO: NITA/TRN/2734.

Accommodation

Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.

Payment

Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.

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In-Person Training Schedules


January 2026
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5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 5 days Nairobi, Kenya KES 99,000 | USD 1,400 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 5 days Cape Town, South Africa USD 3,500 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 5 days Dubai, United Arabs Emirates USD 4,000 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 5 days Zanzibar, Tanzania USD 2,200 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 5 days Mombasa, Kenya KES 115,000 | USD 1,500 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 5 days Kigali, Rwanda USD 1,800 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 5 days Accra, Ghana USD 5,950 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 5 days Kampala, Uganda USD 2,200 Enroll Now
19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 5 days Dar es Salaam, Tanzania USD 2,000 Enroll Now
19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 5 days Johannesburg, South Africa USD 3,100 Enroll Now
19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 5 days Nakuru, Kenya KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 Enroll Now
19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 5 days Dakar, Senegal USD 3,500 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 5 days Pretoria, South Africa USD 3,100 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 5 days Kisumu, Kenya KES 105,000 | USD 1,500 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 5 days Naivasha, Kenya KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 5 days Arusha, Tanzania USD 2,000 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Nairobi, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 99,000
USD 1,400
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5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Cape Town, South Africa
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,500
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5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Dubai, United Arabs Emirates
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 4,000
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5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 2,200
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Mombasa, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 115,000
USD 1,500
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Kigali, Rwanda
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 1,800
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Accra, Ghana
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 5,950
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12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Kampala, Uganda
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 2,200
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 2,000
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Johannesburg, South Africa
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,100
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Nakuru, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 105,000
USD 1,400
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19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Dakar, Senegal
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,500
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Pretoria, South Africa
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,100
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Kisumu, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 105,000
USD 1,500
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Naivasha, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 105,000
USD 1,400
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26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
5 days
Venue:
Arusha, Tanzania
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 2,000
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Frequently Asked Questions

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To give you a complete toolkit for managing projects successfully, from initiation and planning to execution and project closure.
We cover the five phases: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Control, and Closure, providing a professional framework for success.
Yes, we teach you to apply both traditional (Waterfall) and modern (Agile) methodologies, making you highly adaptable to any project.
You'll learn to improve communication, manage stakeholders, and foster collaboration, all of which are crucial for effective teamwork.
We teach you to identify and mitigate risks related to budget, scope, and timeline, ensuring your projects stay on track and deliver results.
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