This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles, tools, and techniques required to effectively manage project portfolios, with a specialised focus on cost management, scheduling, budgeting, and financial forecasting.
Participants will learn how to align project portfolios with strategic objectives, optimise resource allocation, manage interdependencies, and ensure financial discipline across multiple projects. Emphasis is placed on developing practical skills using real-world case studies and project management software tools.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
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Understand the fundamentals of Project Portfolio Management (PPM) and its strategic role.
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Apply best practices in scheduling and cost estimation across portfolios.
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Develop and manage project and portfolio budgets.
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Forecast costs and schedules using data-driven methodologies.
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Monitor and control project and portfolio performance using KPIs.
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Use tools like MS Project, Primavera P6, or other PPM software for cost and schedule tracking.
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Communicate performance insights to stakeholders using dashboards and reports.
