Practical Project Management

Practical Project Management

Learn key ideas for defining and managing projects. Participants will practice on real-life examples using relevant practical tools.

By EVOC

Date and time

Wed, 7 May 2025 10:00 - 16:00 GMT+1

Location

Edinburgh Voluntary Organisations' Council

Flassches Yard Edinburgh EH12 9LB United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 6 hours

Course Overview

The nature of the sector requires that organisations are skilled at designing and implementing projects in the contexts of need and of policy.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this in-person course, participants will better understand the essential principles and practices of good Project Management.

The course cover:

  • Getting Good Ideas
  • Designing Projects with Relevant Outcomes
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Tasks, Milestones, Resources
  • Managing and Reducing Risk
  • Team Life Cycle
  • Basic Budgeting and Financial Management
  • Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Management and Reporting

Who should attend?

This course would suit anyone currently involved in managing a project or about to, and someone who would like to learn what’s involved.


Trainer: John Bonnar

Testimonials

“We packed a lot into the day and I’m excited to bring this knowledge back to the rest of my team.”

"So many good tips to make any project a structured and successful one."


Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Please let us know about any dietary requirements and/or access needs when booking.

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