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Improving Your Project Management Skills: The Basics for Success

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Build a solid foundation of project management knowledge, techniques and tools in this hands-on workshop that covers the entire project life cycle.

In organizations today, most work gets done through projects. Professionals and managers must take on project management responsibilities with minimal training. In this seminar, you will learn and practice the tools and techniques that have been proven essential for all types of projects. Gain the practical knowledge, tools and techniques to start, execute and complete your projects with greater success.

This course aligns with the Project Management Institute’s (PMI) framework. However, it is specifically designed to focus on the practical application of concepts. You’ll return to work with the knowledge and tools you need to deliver results.

How You Will Benefit

  • Ensure that your projects are set-up for success from the start
  • Learn the basics for effectively gathering and documenting requirements
  • Understand the role of the project manager, business analyst, and others in managing projects
  • Develop an integrated project plan including realistic scope, schedules, budgets, and risks—and turn that plan into successful action
  • Learn how to effectively track and report on project progress
  • Gain the respect of your project team and build credibility with top management
  • Get an overview of key project management concepts, including:
  • Discuss key concepts, terminology and roles, including:
    • The Project Triangle
    • The definition of "project"
    • The five core PM process groups
      • Initiating the Project
      • Identifying the work
      • Estimating the work
      • Scheduling the work
      • Creating the budget

This course features fictional case studies that allow participants to immediately practice course concepts in group exercises.  Participants will create key project documents, such as a business case, charter, product requirements, project plan, status reports and lessons learned.

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Who Should Attend

  • Individuals who are new to project management
  • “Accidental” project managers (professionals for whom PM is a secondary part of their jobs)
  • Business analysts; subject-matter experts from any field who contribute to projects; managers responsible for projects; and experienced project managers looking to review current tools, techniques and processes

 

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$2,695 Non Member Fee
$2,395 Member Fee
View our pricing options
  • Date
    Location
    Time

Do you need a different date or location? We offer Courses On Request.

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Frequently Asked Questions

 Who should take project management courses?

This basic project management course is designed for professionals who manage projects as part of their role, team leads, managers, coordinators, and emerging project managers, who want to build strong project management skills and a structured foundation for delivering projects successfully.

 Does this project management course cover the full project life cycle?

Yes. This project management skills training covers the full project life cycle, from initiating and planning to executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing, so you can manage projects more consistently and improve overall project outcomes.

 Is this a PMP® exam prep or a certification course?

No. This course focuses on basic project management skills and practical tools rather than certification or exam prep. It’s ideal for improving project management skills you can apply immediately at work, using real-world methods and templates.


CMC offers a course to prepare you for the PMP Exam. 

 What tools and techniques will I learn in this project management training course?

You’ll learn essential project management skills and tools, including defining scope, building a work breakdown structure (WBS), estimating and scheduling, budgeting, stakeholder management, risk management, status reporting, and change control, core skills needed for project success.

 How does this compare to PMI’s self-paced Project Management Basics?

PMI’s course introduces concepts in a self-paced format. This project management skills course is live, instructor-led and hands-on, making it a strong option for professionals who want guidance, practice, and application support while building project management capabilities.

 What project management skills will I improve after attending?

After completing this improving project management skills course, you should be able to define projects more clearly, make realistic commitments on scope, schedule, and budget, manage stakeholders proactively, and control changes so projects stay on track and don’t derail.

Course Reviews

4.4 ★★★★★★★★★★ 241 Reviews

Participant Feedback Summary (AI generated based on all reviews)

Participants say Improving Your Project Management Skills: The Basics for Success helps build a useful foundation in project management basics, especially for organizing projects, understanding the overall project process, and applying concepts across different types of work. Many comments point to practical project management tools, templates, and digital resources that participants felt they could use in future projects. Participants also describe the learning experience as clear, engaging, and discussion-based, with examples and group activities helping them connect the material to workplace situations. Several participants valued the course as relevant for both project managers and people who manage projects as part of a broader role.

  • Project management basics
  • Project templates
  • Workplace application
  • Group activities

Recent Reviews

  • Vijay P., Senior Simulation Engineer/Designer Mar 24, 2026

    The course was well‑structured and provided clear, practical insights that enhanced my understanding

  • Past Participant, National Fleet Manager Mar 24, 2026

  • Vincent D., Business Analyst Feb 26, 2026

    Peter was a great instructor - engaging and shared practical knowledge

  • Tanya G., Team Manager, Client Services Feb 26, 2026

    The course content was very clear and easy to comprehend.

  • Past Participant, Project & Administrative Specialist Feb 26, 2026

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