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AMA's Comprehensive Project Management Workshop

Delays, cost overruns and quality issues can quickly put a project at risk. This comprehensive workshop gives project professionals with some experience a structured, practical approach for managing projects from initiation through closing. In this 5-day program, you’ll apply core project management principles while building key project artifacts, including a project charter, scope statement, work breakdown structure, communications plan, schedule, cost baseline, resource plan and risk register. You’ll also explore predictive, adaptive and hybrid approaches, along with Agile tools such as product backlogs, sprint backlogs, story points and Kanban boards. Through discussions, exercises and an integrated project plan presentation, you’ll gain practical experience analyzing stakeholders, planning communication, managing schedule and cost, assigning ownership, evaluating risks, applying change control and using earned value to monitor performance. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of how to tailor project management tools and techniques to deliver value and manage complexity, while guiding projects to successful completion. You’ll Also Receive: A complimentary copy of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), 8th Edition, by PMI®—a $99 value

Seminar Number: 06595

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About This Course

This comprehensive project management workshop helps experienced project managers and project team leaders strengthen their ability to plan, execute, monitor and close projects with confidence. Aligned with current project management practices and informed by the PMBOK® 8th edition, this 5-day course covers core project management techniques including stakeholder analysis, project charters, scope, WBS, scheduling, budgeting, resources, risk, governance, earned value, change control, Agile and predictive tools, and hybrid project planning. Participants will apply project management concepts through hands-on exercises and create the documentation for an entire project as well as present on their project overview.

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Who Should Attend

  • Project managers, program managers, and project team leaders who have several years of experience initiating, planning and managing projects
  • Project team members who are interested in enhancing their career by preparing to become a certified PMP

Prerequisite: This course requires you to have basic knowledge and experience in project management. AMA recommends attending Improving Your Project Management Skills: The Basics for Success (Seminar #6503) or its equivalent before enrolling in this seminar.

  •   In-Person5 Day(s)
    3 CEU, 30 CLP, 35 PDU, 30 PMU
  •   Live Online5 Day(s)
    3 CEU, 30 CLP, 35 PDU, 30 PMU
 
 

Delays, cost overruns and quality issues can quickly put a project at risk. This comprehensive workshop gives project professionals with some experience a structured, practical approach for managing projects from initiation through closing.

In this 5-day program, you’ll apply core project management principles while building key project artifacts, including a project charter, scope statement, work breakdown structure, communications plan, schedule, cost baseline, resource plan and risk register. You’ll also explore predictive, adaptive and hybrid approaches, along with Agile tools such as product backlogs, sprint backlogs, story points and Kanban boards.

Through discussions, exercises and an integrated project plan presentation, you’ll gain practical experience analyzing stakeholders, planning communication, managing schedule and cost, assigning ownership, evaluating risks, applying change control and using earned value to monitor performance. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of how to tailor project management tools and techniques to deliver value and manage complexity, while guiding projects to successful completion.

You’ll Also Receive:

  • A complimentary copy of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), 8th Edition, by PMI®—a $99 value
  • Apply core project management principles to plan and communicate work
  • Distinguish predictive, adaptive and hybrid approaches and when to use each
  • Analyze communication needs and governance expectations
  • Develop key planning documents, including the charter, project scope statement, WBS and communications plan
  • Build project plans informed by schedule, cost, resources and risk awareness
  • Monitor performance using earned value, risk response and change control
  • Apply Agile/Scrum and traditional techniques, tailoring and continuous improvement
  • Create an integrated project plan to ensure value delivery
  • Select the right project approach, including predictive, adaptive and hybrid methods
  • Define project scope, requirements, stakeholders and project charters
  • Build practical project plans for schedule, budget, resources and communications
  • Manage project risks, governance, procurement and change throughout the project lifecycle
  • Apply essential project management tools, including critical path, earned value and Agile practices
  • Create key project documents used in real-world project environments
  • Present and communicate project plans with confidence
  • Apply project management concepts through a comprehensive project planning exercise

Seminar Goals

  • Apply core project management principles to plan and communicate work.
  • Distinguish predictive, adaptive, and hybrid approaches and when to use each.
  • Analyze stakeholders, communication needs, and governance expectations.
  • Develop key planning documents, including the charter, scope, WBS, and communications plan.
  • Build project plans for schedule, cost, resources, and risk.
  • Monitor performance and manage change using earned value and risk response.
  • Apply agile and traditional techniques, including Scrum, tailoring, and continuous improvement.
  • Create and present an integrated project plan for execution, value delivery, and closeout.

Project Overview, Stakeholders, Charter, and Scope

  • Distinguish between project approaches and when each is most appropriate.
  • Identify key stakeholder roles, interests, and communication needs at project initiation.
  • Analyze stakeholder influence and engagement to support effective project communication planning.
  • Develop core initiation documents, including a project charter and communications plan outline.
  • Identify assumptions, constraints, risks, and business drivers that shape project decisions.
  • Define project scope by drafting requirements, a scope statement, and a work breakdown structure.

Schedule, Finance, and Resource Domains

  • Explain how project work is structured across focus areas and how schedule, cost, and resources fit within them.
  • Apply the steps to build a project schedule, including defining, sequencing, and estimating activities.
  • Calculate early start, early finish, late start, late finish, and float using critical path methodology.
  • Analyze a project network to identify the critical path and overall project duration.
  • Use appropriate estimating techniques to develop project cost estimates and a cost baseline.
  • Interpret project budget data, including reserves and S-curves, to monitor financial performance.
  • Identify and plan project resource requirements, including roles, allocations, and categories of resources.

Resource, Risk, and Governance Domains

  • Explain how enterprise environmental factors, governance, and stakeholders shape project planning and execution.
  • Apply the RASCI model to create a responsibility assignment matrix with clear ownership across roles and work packages.
  • Apply the risk management process to identify, assess, respond to, assign, and monitor risks in a project risk register.
  • Analyze procurement options by comparing contract types and using weighted scoring to evaluate sellers or alternatives.
  • Analyze project performance against the baseline and apply integrated change control to implement approved changes while preserving baseline integrity.

Additional Predictive Tools and a Closer Look at Adaptive Project Management

  • Explain the six project management principles and their role in delivering value.
  • Tailor project management processes to fit different project needs.
  • Apply Nominal Group Technique to prioritize project work.
  • Interpret earned value data to assess project performance.
  • Validate project data and deliverables to ensure quality and accuracy.
  • Explain the purpose and use of key Agile artifacts, including Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, Story Points, and Kanban boards.

Putting It All Together in One Project Plan

  • Conduct a daily stand-up meeting to review project progress, priorities, and key materials covered in the program.
  • Create ten project documents that mirror real-world project documentation.
  • Explain project management documents and deliver a presentation that communicates project outcomes clearly and effectively.
  • Complete a lessons learned exercise to analyze project successes, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Summarize key course takeaways and apply project management concepts in response to final questions and discussion.

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View a Sample of Our Reviews

4.8

392 reviews

 
The instructor was very knowledgeable and relatable. I walked away from the workshop having learned so many techniques and ideas that I will absolutely implement in my daily functions as a project manager.
4
Lyska D.
 
Project Management Engineer
 
Industry: Transportation
Master of the material, clear and concise, many interesting real-world examples, focused, overall very pleasant and professional.
5
Sean N.
 
Scientist
 
Industry: Manufacturing
The dynamic of the class (both attendees and instructor) made the consumption of a lot of information pleasurable and empowering.
5
John M.
 
Survey Research Operations Associate
 
Industry: Organizations
Very worthwhile class to take. I learned the basics of projects management and the skills that are critical for a project manager to be successful.
5
Michael B.
 
Senior Production Supervisor
 
Industry: Manufacturing
Very engaging instructor with lots of interesting real-world stories and anecdotes.
5
Sanya D.
 
Associate Director, Clinton Climate Initiative
 
Industry: Organizations

This course is valid for 30 PMUs.

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American Management Association is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and is accredited to issue the IACET CEU.

In-Person Schedule

4 Sessions Available

Live Online Schedule

8 Sessions Available

  • $3,495.00 Non Members
  • $3,195.00 AMA Members
  • $3,099.00 GSA
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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this a comprehensive project management workshop?

This Comprehensive Project Management Workshop covers the full project lifecycle — from defining scope and building timelines to managing risk, stakeholders and project closeout. It’s designed to give you practical tools you can apply immediately, not just theory.

Who should attend this project management workshop?

This program is ideal for project managers, team leads, department managers, and professionals responsible for delivering projects on time and within budget. If you’re looking for professional development for project managers, this workshop strengthens both foundational and advanced skills.

Is this AMA project management training aligned with PMI standards?

This AMA project management training focuses on practical application and real-world execution. While it aligns with widely accepted project management principles, the emphasis is on tools and strategies you can use immediately in your organization.

What skills will I gain from this comprehensive project management program?

You’ll develop critical project management skills, including defining scope, building realistic schedules, managing risk, controlling costs, leading cross-functional teams and keeping stakeholders aligned throughout the project lifecycle.

How is this different from other project management seminars?

Many project management seminars focus heavily on methodology. This workshop balances structure with application. You’ll work through real scenarios, solve common project challenges, and leave with actionable templates and frameworks.

I already manage projects. Will this still add value?

Yes. Even experienced project managers benefit from refining processes, strengthening risk management and improving stakeholder communication. This project management workshop helps you sharpen your approach and increase project success rates.

Can this project management workshop be delivered in-house to help teams strengthen end-to-end project management skills?

Yes. This course can be delivered at your company, in person or live online, for professionals involved in managing or contributing to projects. Delivery can be tailored to your organization’s project processes, tools, and priorities, helping participants manage projects more effectively from planning through execution. To explore options, please contact us for more information.
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