Managing Large and Complex Projects
Gain the skills to Manage Large and Complex Projects and enhance your leadership competencies for successful project and program execution. This course will focus on better understanding the distinctions between managing large and complex projects/programs with an emphasis on the required variations in mindset, project management practice, and leadership competencies. Participants will explore this advanced topic by, identifying with the demands of large projects, preparing early planning actions, engaging stakeholders, creating definitive plans, building requirements, managing risk, modeling leadership best practice, and influencing within a matrix environment. Participants will enhance their experience by interacting with imbedded scenarios, participating in table exercises, building a personal action plan, and sharing with their peers.
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Delivery Options
This program is delivered on-site in two full days or virtually in four 3.5-hour sessions.
- Each course module below lasts 90 minutes and is part of our extensive modulated content inventory. This modular approach to course design allows for cross-title hybrid solutions and dynamic scalability, enabling you to select the most relevant topics for your needs. You can either choose from this title as it is presented or combine other modules from across the catalog to achieve your specific objectives. The AMS team will collaborate with you to build a robust learning experience. Let's Partner ➜
Course Modules
Scaling Large & Complex Projects
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Understand Agile values and their practical application within projects
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Define the scale, size, and complexity of project tasks
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Develop a practice and competency matrix for skill assessment
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Consider stakeholder engagement for effective communication and collaboration
Initiation, Discovery & Early Planning
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Compare Agile attributes with the traditional Waterfall methodology
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Understand Agile lifecycles and terminology used within projects
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Develop an early planning dimension matrix for better planning
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Plan and manage project milestones and sprint planning effectively
Agile Stakeholder Engagement
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Identify and assess all relevant stakeholders for project success
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Develop and implement a comprehensive stakeholder matrix effectively
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Manage stakeholder expectations and dependencies for smooth execution
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Develop requirements and manage the project backlog efficiently
Definitive Planning and Sprint Practices
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Manage the execution of the project plan effectively
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Lead and develop high-performing teams for success
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Implement iterative development and measure progress consistently
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Consider large scale Scrum practices for complex projects
Risk and Backlog Management
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Understand the overall risk management environment and its importance
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Develop risk management competencies essential for project success
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Identify requirements and dependencies impacting risk management
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Report risks, ensure assurance, and maintain oversight effectively
Effective Project Leadership
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Understand key considerations for leading and managing effectively
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Apply divergent, convergent, and design thinking methodologies
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Recognize inherent stressors and develop cultural awareness
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Enhance communication styles for greater effectiveness
Influencing with and without Authority
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Understand influence and other key definitions in leadership
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Develop power, persuasion, and motivation techniques effectively
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Navigate inter-personal challenges with strategic approaches
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Address political and organizational challenges within your context
Recovering Challenged Projects
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Recognize the distinctions of challenged projects and their implications
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Understand key considerations for entering a challenged project
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Conduct comprehensive analysis and assessment of challenged projects
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Implement execution and control strategies for effective recovery
Who Should Attend
Project and program managers looking to enhance their ability to manage large and complex projects will find this course invaluable. It offers a comprehensive understanding of enterprise-scale efforts, including stakeholder engagement, risk management, and strategic alignment. Participants will learn to effectively execute and control large projects, navigate organizational challenges, and drive high-performing teams toward success. Program managers, in particular, will benefit from insights into managing multiple interconnected projects, ensuring seamless integration, and achieving strategic objectives. This course equips managers with essential skills to lead with confidence, make informed decisions, and ensure successful outcomes for their projects and programs.
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