Master's Degree in Continuing Education in International Project Management (with preparation for the PMP)
English
Credits: 60 ECTS
PRESENTATION
Objectives
- To master scope management in international projects for efficient contract execution.
- To develop negotiation tactics to optimise project cost control and resources.
- To apply advanced cost estimation techniques to enhance project profitability.
- To implement effective risk management strategies for project success.
- To evaluate agile methodologies like Scrum and Kanban for project flexibility.
- To execute agile project planning to manage uncertainty effectively.
- To integrate FIDIC models in construction contracts for international projects.
Methodology
At Educa PHAROS, we use a highly practical methodology focused on the direct application of knowledge in the student’s professional environment, combining theoretical content with real-world cases, digital tools, and support from a team of specialized instructors.
Program
Scope Management (I)
Scope Management (II)
Scope Management (III)
Contract Management (I)
Contract Management (II)
Negotiation (I)
Negotiation (II)
Negotiation (III)
Cost Control
Cost Estimation (I)
Cost Estimation (II)
Cost Estimation (III)
Planning (I)
Planning (II)
Planning (III)
Global setting
Risk Management (I)
Risk Management (II)
Risk Management (III)
Earned Value Method
Context
Myths and Realities: Why Agile?
Agile approach
Why should we adopt Agile?
Agile vs. Traditional
Agile Principles and Values
Disadvantages of the traditional approach
The “traditional” management approach
The “agile” management approach
Agile Work Process for Projects
Framework of Methodologies
FDD, DSDM, and Lean
Scrum
XP methodology
“5S” methodology
The Definition of Kanban
Examples of task boards
Designing the Kanban Board
Using Kanban within the iteration
Synergy of Methodologies
Business Case. Project Justification
Customer-Centric Approach. Declaration of Interdependence
Project Vision
Knowledge Management Areas According to the Agile Approach
The 'personas' technique
Prioritizing requirements based on business value
Refining Priorities
User stories
Splitting Requirements
Agile Requirements Management
”Done“ and ”ready"
Common Mistakes
Adaptive planning
Agile Estimation of Requirements
Velocity, timebox, and establishing the process
Roadmap
Adjusting the Roadmap
Limitation on Work in Progress
Validity of the Agile Approach
Change Management
Standardization
FIDIC
FIDIC Contracts
New Engineering Contract (NEC)
Other standardization bodies
Structure and Content
General Provisions
Employer and Engineer
Contractor I
Contractor II
Subcontracting, Designs, and Methods
Timelines, Testing, and Acceptance
Defects and Testing After Completion
Measurement, Valuation, and Variations
Contract Price and Payment I
Contract Price and Payment II
Completion, suspension, and care
Special Events and Insurance
Claims Management
Dispute Management
Time Value of Money
Investment appraisal methods
Preparation of Financial Projections
Quality of Financial Projections and Terminal Value
Sources of project financing
Cost of capital and level of project debt
Evaluation of Projects with Uncertain Outcomes
Introduction to the Project Finance Model
Project Risk Analysis
Project Bankability
Entities involved in the financing of a project
Ratios and Management of Project Financing
Development of Financing for International Projects
Country Risk Management
Sources of funding for international projects
Financial Management of Service Projects
Identification of Costs in Service Projects
Allocation of Costs to Services
Establishment of the budget for the service
Financial follow-up and closure of the service
Leadership
Leadership Styles
Situational Leadership
Motivation
Personal Development Plan
Team Management
Roles in the work team
Virtual and/or transnational teams
Change Management
Dysfunctional teams
The nature of the problem
Emotion Management
Creativity
Team problem solving techniques
Foster method of decision making
Communication
Communication errors
Self-control or stress management
Assertiveness
Conflict Management and Negotiation
Introduction to PMP
Agile versus traditional project management approaches
Code of ethics
Project execution with the right urgency to deliver business value
Communications management
Risk Management
Stakeholder management
Cost and resources management
Time management
Quality Management
Scope management
Integration management
Adquisitions management
Change Management
Delivery management
Determine the appropriate methodology and practices
Establish the governance structure of the project
Incident and problem management
Ensure the transfer of knowledge for the continuity of the project
Manage the closure of the project
Agile project management approach
Conflict management
Team leadership
Team performance support
Empowerment of the team and stakeholders
Ensure the training of the team members
Team building
Directing and removing impediments, obstacles and blockers
Negotiate project agreements
Collaborate with stakeholders
Build a shared vision
Engage and support virtual teams
Define basic team rules
Mentor relevant stakeholders
Promote team performance through emotional intelligence
Project compliance management
Evaluate and deliver the benefits and value of the project
Asses and address changes in the business context that impact scope
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English 
Credits: 60 ECTS
English
60 ECTS
Industry, Energy, and the Environment