Project Management in a Government Context (TRN323)

Overview

Delivery method

Online

Duration

3 hours

Audience

Employees

Description

Government projects must be effectively planned, implemented, monitored, controlled, and closed to be able to realize the expected benefits and results for Canadians. This online self-paced course explores the roles and responsibilities involved in managing projects within a federal government context. Participants will review the various policies, directives and procedures currently in place to further develop their competencies in planning and managing government projects.

Topics include:

• revisiting project management concepts and terminology
• defining the competencies needed to effectively manage projects
• identifying the roles and responsibilities of project actors
• reviewing the Policy on the Planning and Management of Investments
• reviewing the Directive on the Management of Projects and Programmes

Notes:

It is recommended that participants have some experience or previous training in project management prior to taking this course.

Legacy course code: R280