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WORKSHOP
ESTABLISHING PROJECT SUPPORT OFFICES (PSO)
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Duration - 1 Day
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Course Summary
Many project based organisations need to establish a dedicated team to
ensure projects are established and controlled in the most appropriate way.
The PSO needs to be able to implement, improve and administer project
controls and processes whilst projects are underway. All of this needs to be
done whilst minimising conflict and maximising productivity within the
operational projects. This workshop will provide a comprehensive overview, and understanding, of how to establish,
or improve, project and programme support offices.
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What you will learn
 | How to justify the PSO and project
controls |
| How to organise and administer PSO
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| How to develop, improve and
implement project controls |
| How to use the key project
administration tools and techniques |
The workshop will introduce highlight and discuss relevant
topics, including:
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PSO In Context
Overview of projects
Defining projects
Origins of project management
Principles of the PSO
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Justifying the PSO
Need and Uses
Benefits and Concerns
Preparing Business Cases
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Organisation
Project Organisation
PSO Scale and Scope
PSO Organisation
Programmes, Projects and Portfolios
Integrating with the existing organisation
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Planning and Scheduling
Starting up Projects
Preparing Plans and Schedules
Estimating and Progress
Resources and Work Packages
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Risks and Issues
Managing Risks
Identifying and Assessing Issues
Managing Change
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Quality
Managing Quality
Configuration Management
Document Control
Project Assurance
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Administering
Reporting
Communications
Filing
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Resourcing
Selecting PSO Staff
Defining Roles
Integrating with Projects
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Presentation method
The workshop is intended to be provided in a workshop format, maximising the
contributions from participants. The workshop will
include a high level of graphic and animated content. A variety of practical
examples and case studies will also be used, which will be current and relevant
to the workshop and the audience. Where possible, instructors will also provide
additional coaching and mentoring to students.
The participants will also be encouraged to play
an active role in the workshop. Participants will be encouraged to take
part in a variety of exercises, as well as discuss various elements
of the workshop and related issues.
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Other information
Participants will receive a comprehensive set of notes
relating to the workshop, together with any supplementary handouts.
Participants will also receive tip sheets, checklists and other
supporting information, to take away for future reference. All of which
can be utilised immediately after completion of the workshop.
This workshop module can also be tailored to the
requirements of the organisation. It can also be adapted to complement
other staff development, or change management related initiatives.
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Cost - £600 for up to 6 participants
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Related courses
Basic Project Management
Programme and Portfolio management
Establishing Projects
Project Assurance & Health Checks
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Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ)
regarding the workshops
All staff development workshops are subject to Migrators
Conditions of Service.
To book the workshop, please download and complete a Booking Form.
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