Project Management Professional Skills
Project Management Professional Skills
Date and Time
Date: Feb 9-13, 2026, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue
Nairobi, Kenya
Overview
The Project Management Professional Skills Training Program is designed to strengthen the core competencies required to plan, execute, monitor, and successfully deliver projects across sectors.
The program integrates technical project management skills, leadership, communication, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, enabling participants to manage projects efficiently, meet objectives, and deliver value.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
• Apply professional project management methodologies and tools
• Plan, execute, monitor, and close projects effectively
• Manage project risks, resources, and stakeholders
• Lead project teams and communicate effectively
• Deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget
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Training Benefits
Participants and organizations will gain:
• Improved project delivery success rates
• Enhanced professional project management competence
• Reduced project risks, delays, and cost overruns
• Stronger stakeholder engagement and communication
• Practical tools applicable to real-world projects
• Increased career readiness for project leadership roles
Who Should Attend
- This program is ideal for:
- • Project and program managers
- • Project officers and coordinators
- • Engineers, ICT, and technical professionals
- • Public sector and donor-funded project staff
- • NGO and development organization project teams
- • Operations and functional managers involved in projects
- • Professionals preparing for project management roles
Workshop Outline / Modules
Module 1: Foundations of Project Management
• Project concepts and life cycle
• Role of the project manager
• Project success factors
Module 2: Project Initiation & Business Case Development
• Project charters
• Business case preparation
• Stakeholder identification
Module 3: Scope Management
• Defining and managing scope
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• Scope control
Module 4: Time & Schedule Management
• Activity sequencing and scheduling
• Critical path method
• Schedule control
Module 5: Cost & Budget Management
• Cost estimation and budgeting
• Cost control techniques
• Financial accountability
Module 6: Quality Management
• Quality planning and assurance
• Continuous improvement
• Quality control tools
Module 7: Risk Management
• Risk identification and analysis
• Risk response planning
• Monitoring and control
Module 8: Procurement & Contract Management
• Procurement planning
• Vendor selection
• Contract administration
Module 9: Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
• Stakeholder analysis
• Communication planning
• Managing expectations
Module 10: Project Team Leadership
• Building and leading project teams
• Motivation and performance
• Conflict management
Module 11: Project Monitoring & Control
• Performance measurement
• KPIs and reporting
• Corrective actions
Module 12: Change Control & Issue Management
• Managing change requests
• Issue tracking and resolution
• Governance processes
Module 13: Project Governance & Ethics
• Governance structures
• Ethical considerations
• Accountability
Module 14: Project Closure & Lessons Learned
• Project handover and closure
• Evaluation and learning
• Knowledge management
Module 15: Capstone – Project Management Simulation
• Practical case studies
• Project planning and execution simulation
• Development of individual project action plans
Facilitator
GLI Certified Trainers
Investment / Fees
- Standard Fee: USD 1250 per participant
- Includes training materials, lunch, tea/coffee breaks, and certificate.
Registration Deadline
Feb 7,2026
How to Register
- Register here: www.leadership.co.ke/register/ or click “Register/Apply to Attend”.
- Then, payment details will be shown/visible & automatically emailed to you.
- Once payment is received, you’ll get a confirmation & pre-read pack 1 week before the workshop.
- Need help? Call +254 722 223 084 or +254 20 260 3433 or +254 722 517 646(9 AM–5 PM EAT).
