Quickly learn the essential project management skills that are applicable to all sectors, with a particular focus on developing practical approaches to effective project planning and governance.
This short course is specifically for participants that have not undertaken previous project management training but are looking for their first step into project management, advice on how to build their project management skills, or to supplement their skill set with an understanding of project management fundamentals that can be applied in many contexts and to different industries/sectors.
What will I learn?
The overall aim of the workshop is to introduce participants to the fundamental concepts, tools and techniques for the successful delivery of projects, specifically:
- Define project management and its importance, and explain the critical skills required to manage projects effectively
- Explain different types of projects and project management approaches
- Outline the key stages of project management and recommended project management tools
- Summarise key project management templates and resources
- Practise project planning techniques
- Learn techniques for actively engaging individuals and teams in meetings and workshops
Who will teach me?
The course tutor, Brett Hurley, has successfully delivered major scientific, policy and IT projects in the public, private and voluntary sectors; has authored four book chapters on strategy, project management and business improvement; manages projects, programmes and portfolios; and was a member of the Technical Expert Group for development of two Graduate Apprenticeships (Project Management and Business Analysis).
Entry criteria
There are no specific entry requirements. This short course is suitable for participants eager to take their first step into project management or to supplement their skillset with an understanding of project management fundamentals
Course dates and duration
Next course dates are to be confirmed.
Previous course date: Tuesday 3 March 2026 at 10.00 – 13.30
Delivery mode
Delivery will be online, and will use a number of interactive tools such as Mentimeter and Miro to engage participants in a variety of exercises, including a focus on project planning.
Cost
Course fee is £60. There is a 30% discount for students and third sector employees. Please email B.Hurley@napier.ac.uk for the discount code, or with any questions relating to this course.
The course fee includes the option to book a FREE one hour one-to-one session with the course tutor to get expert advice on project management, planning, governance, strategy, business improvement, discuss a specific problem, or have a general discussion, and this can be online or face-to-face at our Sighthill campus in Edinburgh.
Register your interest
To be kept informed when new dates for this course are released, email Marketing@napier.ac.uk.