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Strategic Project Management for Managers (Strategic Project Leader)

In today's work environment, "projects" have become a crucial mechanism for driving organizational change. These could be projects to reduce costs, increase productivity, launch new products, develop digital transformation systems, implement AI, improve processes, or create new customer experiences. However, a common problem many organizations face is that numerous managers are assigned projects even though they aren't directly responsible for them, often having to manage projects alongside their regular duties. The result is that projects may encounter problems. ... Show more

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Duration : 6 hours 33 minutes

Lectures : 40

Video : 36 lessons

Assignments : 1

Quizzes : 3

Level : Suitable for managers.

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In today's workplace, "projects" have become a key mechanism for driving organizational change. These can be projects aimed at cost reduction, increasing productivity, launching new products, developing digital transformation systems, implementing AI, improving processes, or creating new customer experiences.

But the problem that many organizations face is... Many managers are held responsible for projects even though they are not directly the Project Managers. And they often have to manage projects alongside their regular jobs.

As a result, the project may encounter problems. Unclear goals, changes in scope, budget overruns, failure to meet deadlines, mismatched stakeholder expectations, team conflicts, or mid-way changes that cause the project to fall behind schedule.

While modern project management isn't just about creating timelines or tracking tasks, managers must be able to connect... Strategy, People, Budget, Risk, Change and Decision Making Bringing them together so that the project creates real valuable results for the organization.

Strategic Project Management for Managers (Strategic Project Leader) It is therefore designed to elevate managers from their roles. “"Project Monitor"” Go to “"Strategic Project Leader"” Which allows you to view both the big picture and the details of the execution simultaneously.

Learners will develop skills ranging from selecting Agile or Waterfall project management approaches, managing stakeholders and teams, planning and controlling budgets, managing risk and change, to critical thinking and decision-making, enabling them to make well-rounded decisions when projects face problems or uncertainties.

The main goal of the course is to create... Strategic Project Leader That didn't just ask... “"Is the project finished?"” But I can answer that: “"Is this project creating value in line with the organization's goals, and what decisions do we need to make to lead the project to the desired results?"”

Module 1: Strategic Project Management (1 hour 55 minutes)

Module 2: Budget Management - Techniques for Creating Budget Plans for Line Managers (1 hour 05 minutes)

Module 3: Change Management - Strategies and Management of Change (1 hour 40 minutes)

Module 4: Critical Thinking & Decision Making (1 hour 53 minutes)

Even if I'm not a direct Project Manager, can I still study this?

Yes, and it is one of the key target groups for the course because many managers have to manage projects alongside their regular jobs, even if their job title doesn't explicitly state "Project Manager."

If I've never studied Project Management before, will I be able to understand it?

Yes, the content starts with the fundamentals of project management before progressing to managing stakeholders, budget, risk, change, and decision making.

Is this course suitable for experienced Project Managers?

It's suitable because it helps broaden the perspective from task and schedule management to strategic project leadership, focusing on people, business values, change, and decision-making.

Does the course focus on Agile or Waterfall methodology?

It's not about taking sides, but about helping students understand the strengths and limitations, and choose the approach that best suits the nature of the project.

If my project isn't an IT project, can I still study there?

Yes, the principles in the course can be applied to Marketing, HR, Operations, Manufacturing, Service, Business Improvement, and cross-functional projects.

If budgeting is the responsibility of finance, why do project managers need to study budgeting?

Because managers need to understand how decisions regarding scope, resources, and timelines impact costs, even though finance is responsible for managing the budget.

Is a background in finance or accounting required?

Budget Management in this course is not required. It is designed to enable line managers to understand and apply it to budget planning at the departmental or project level.

If the scope or requirements change mid-project, can the course help?

This course helps students learn both Project Change Management and Change Management to systematically assess impact and manage change.

Does the course help address mismatched needs among stakeholders?

It helps directly because it includes Stakeholder & Team Management, as well as Emotional Intelligence, Influence, and Conflict Management.

If the project team is composed of members from multiple departments and we don't have direct authority over them, will that be advantageous?

Much so, because project leadership requires more than just relying on positional authority; it requires influence, stakeholder management, communication, and collaboration.

How does critical thinking relate to project management?

Project managers must make decisions based on potentially incomplete or conflicting information. Critical thinking helps in examining data, assumptions, and alternatives before making a decision.

Does the course cover data-driven decision-making?

Yes, Critical Thinking & Decision Making covers both Fast & Slow Thinking processes, obstacles to decision-making, and concepts for using information to aid decision-making.

Are there any AI-powered applications for project management?

It is included in Strategic Project Management, covering the concepts of using AI and digital tools to support project management efficiency, which aligns with the current trend in project management where AI plays an increasingly important role.

Should I bring a real-world project to class?

Highly recommended, as it allows you to immediately connect each Framework Module to your own Scope, Budget, Stakeholders, Risk, and real-world problems.

What can one apply immediately after learning this?

The approaches to Project Planning, Stakeholder Management, Budget Planning, Risk Management, Change Management, and Critical Decision Making can be immediately applied to the projects you are responsible for.

How does this course differ from typical Project Management courses?

The focus is on developing students into strategic project leaders, not just task followers, by connecting project management with business goals, people, budget, change, and decision quality.

What is the most important goal of this course?

Elevate learners from "managers who get projects done" to "project leaders who make projects generate results and value in line with organizational goals."“

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View the project in relation to the organization's business strategy and goals.
Choose an approach. Agile or Waterfall To suit the context of the project.
Management Stakeholders and effectively meet the expectations of stakeholders.
Manage project teams composed of people from diverse fields more effectively.
place Project Plan Have clear goals, procedures, and resources.
Understand the principles of planning and management. Project Budget
Link the project budget to the organization's goals and mission.
Able to analyze and allocate resources better under constraints.
estimate Project Risk And prepare contingency plans before problems arise.
Dealing with changes in scope, requirements, and circumstances during the project.
Use the principle Change Management To help stakeholders accept the changes resulting from the project.
Assess readiness and resistance to change.
use ADKAR Model To support the practical implementation of the change.
develop Critical Thinking To analyze data and problems comprehensively.
Understanding the impact of... Fast & Slow Thinking Regarding the decision.
Reduce the risks from bias and pitfalls in decision-making.
Use the information to make decisions in critical situations within the project.
Use AI and digital tools to support project management.
Manage project closures and apply lessons learned to subsequent projects.
Shift your role from a manager who “tracks tasks” to a leader who can… Driving Project Value and Strategic Execution

Intended audience

Middle Manager Middle Manager
Department Manager
Section Manager
Project Manager
Project Leader
Project Owner
Project Coordinator Who is preparing to step into a leadership role in the project.
A Functional Manager responsible for projects in addition to routine tasks.
Managers who have to manage projects like this. Cross-Functional
A manager responsible for the project budget.
A manager who needs to coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
Managers who have to deal with frequently changing scopes or requirements.
Managers who must make decisions under constraints of time, budget, and resources.
Those who are preparing to become Project Managers.
Talent or Future Managers that organizations want to develop Project Leadership skills.