Introduction to Project Management

Projects come in various shapes and sizes, from the small and straightforward to the large and complex. In many organisations, project management can be very useful in introducing change, for example:

• Implementing service review and redesign
• Changing working patterns to support service change
• Introducing new services;
• Managing introduction of information technology.

This workshop provides an opportunity for participants to look at the way they can manage projects to deliver successful change. It is a practical session, drawing on the speakers experience of managing and delivering projects, and of managing and diffusing conflict to deliver successful change. Some essential tools and proformas will be shared which participants can start using immediately. This is a “hands on” event, a must for any manager or leader wishing to deliver successful change through projects.

Objectives

Learning outcomes

• Improve knowledge and understanding of project management principles;
• Identify and proactively manage project pitfalls;
• Learn how to plan and structure a project;
• Examine some tools and techniques to help manage projects;
• Develop strategies to deal with and minimise potential conflict;
• Learn through discussion with fellow delegates.