Mastering Technical Project Management for Design Leaders in

Design leaders play a crucial role in driving innovation and delivering successful projects. This training course will help Director of Technical & Design Management to master technical project management skills and become effective leaders who can manage the design process and lead their teams to success.

Outputs:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Effectively plan, manage, and execute technical projects
Communicate effectively with stakeholders and manage expectations
Identify and mitigate project risks and issues
Develop project schedules, budgets, and resources plans
Monitor project progress and make data-driven decisions

Objectives:

The objectives of this course are to help participants:
Develop a deep understanding of technical project management best practices
Gain hands-on experience in applying technical project management techniques
Build their leadership skills and ability to manage technical teams effectively
Apply technical project management concepts to real-world situations
Continuously evaluate and improve their project management processes

Who Should Attend this Course:

This course is designed for technical leaders who are responsible for managing the design process and leading their teams to success, including:
Directors of Technical and Design Management
Technical Team Leaders
Design Managers
Project Managers
Product Managers
Innovation Managers

Outline for 5 Days:

Day 1: Introduction to Technical Project Management

- Overview of technical project management
- Key concepts and best practices
- Building a project management framework

Day 2: Planning and Scheduling Technical Projects

- Defining project objectives and scope
- Developing project schedules and resource plans
- Developing project budgets and managing costs

Day 3: Managing Risks and Issues in Technical Projects

- Identifying project risks and issues
- Developing risk mitigation strategies
- Managing stakeholder relationships and expectations

Day 4: Monitoring and Controlling Technical Projects

- Monitoring project progress and making data-driven decisions
- Identifying and addressing project deviations
- Continuously improving the project management process

Day 5: Real-World Case Studies and Practical Applications

- Review of key concepts and best practices
- Real-world case studies and practical applications
- Group discussions and practical exercises to apply course concepts to real-world situations
- Final thoughts and next steps for putting what they have learned into practice.

Note:

This outline is just a sample and can be modified based on the specific needs and objectives of the participants and organization. The training course should be interactive, hands-on, and provide opportunities for participants to apply what they have learned to real-world situations.

Throughout the course, participants will have the opportunity to work on practical exercises and case studies to apply the concepts and skills they have learned. The course will also include interactive discussions and opportunities for participants to share their experiences and insights.