Plan for Project Success

Project planning is an effective and efficient way of organising work. The aim is to fulfil the project goals, on time and on budget, and keeping important stakeholders satisfied. It might sound simple, but the uncertainty and often a complex project context makes project management a challenge.

What you will learn:

This course explores how to plan for project success, as well how to define success criteria for your projects.

The course is designed to give you core knowledge around project planning and project management, and that means using your problem-solving skills to handle unexpected challenges.

Using case studies and examples from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), you’ll build your confidence for tackling any issues that may come your way when managing projects at an SME.

By examining and analysing specific project scenarios, you’ll also learn how to identify drivers and obstacles towards a successful project.

By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to:

• Understand project and project management as a way of working.
• Explain different project management concepts related to project planning and project success.
• Interpret challenges when managing projects, especially for small and medium sized enterprises (SME) and in the context of tourism.
• Analyse project scenarios and propose solutions.
• Reflect and discuss project management aspects and scenarios within a learning community.

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for anyone interested in learning about project management and how to think when planning for project success.

The case studies and examples used are specially designed for highlighting project management challenges in small and medium-sized organisations (SMEs).

How does it work?

You only need a computer or other device and internet connection to be able to do the course. When you register, you will get access to the course material, which consists of, for example, videos, texts, quizzes and exercises.