#701: Preparing to Lead: Critical Project Management Skills for the HR Executive

Managing projects can be challenging, especially if they span multiple divisions, time zones and countries. From global outsourcing to rolling out an HRIS system to leading change management initiatives, you have the unique opportunity to spearhead projects than can directly impact your company's bottom line. This requires your project management skills to be in peak performance and constantly at the ready. This interactive workshop will help prepare you to lead by providing in-depth step-by-step instructions on how to plan for success, manage and execute and deliver results all while meeting your budget. You will learn:

• The essentials of project management which includes an in-depth analysis of pre-project planning; identifying goals, deliverables and requirements (even while constantly shifting); creating a work breakdown structure of what needs to be accomplished; developing comprehensive time and cost estimates that fit within your organization’s financial objectives; and targeting your messages to influence key stakeholders and gain their support.
• How to develop metrics to determine the best employees to include on your project team including how to organize and inventory skills, knowledge, personality, availability and previous experience to meet the goals spelled out in the initial project scope.
• Comprehensive risk probability vs. impact analysis and how to overcome a major delay to your project.
• Tools available to help you organize and lead projects including the Fishbone Diagram, Project Scope Statement, Goal Breakdown Structure, RACI Matrix and several types of Gantt Charts.