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Project Management Beyond Text Books

Context

While standardized methodologies and frameworks lay the groundwork, the true essence of project management lies in navigating the unpredictable. It’s this ability to adeptly handle uncertainty that distinguishes success from projects that merely tick the boxes.

The challenge of project management is even greater when it is part of a transformation program. In this case, additional stakeholders and sibling projects multiply the complexity in communication and decision-making. A small detail for Project A can have a big impact on Project B.

You might believe that a conventional course or a textbook could suffice for such knowledge. Yet, the reality of managing complex projects in dynamic sectors like finance, industry, logistics, pharma, and the public sector often surpasses what academia offers. This is where our series of workshops transcends the norm.

Our workshops are crafted for leaders who are ready to explore beyond Project Management 101, covering critical, real-world topics such as:

  • disentangling the intricacies of implementing agility (with a small “a”) in complex, multi-layered corporate structures;
  • uncovering the depths of pivotal Project Management roles beyond the textbook definitions;
  • implementing reflective practices to drive continuous improvement and strategic foresight.

…and many more topics that textbooks don’t cover, but every seasoned manager encounters.

Goals

The goal of the circle is to share situations and challenges between the participants which are typically not discussed in textbooks. Many scenarios can be taken from the moderator’s blog “Demystifying Project”.

The participants should develop best practices for these challenges based on their wealth of experience.

Required Expertise

Experienced expert who have worked as a program manager, project manager, or PMO in a large enterprise.

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