Bite-size Practical Project Management

About:

This introductory-level project management course aims to de-mystify the world of project management, focusing on the practical skills, tools and techniques to help you successfully plan and deliver your clinical research projects.

Delivered as 4 x 1.5 hour live online sessions via Zoom, each focusing on a different aspect of project management. Each session consists of presented material on generic project management techniques, combined with breakout rooms, where you will discuss the techniques covered in the context of the world of clinical research

No prior knowledge of project management is required.

Course Dates:

  • Tuesday 06 May 2025
  • Thursday 08 May 2025
  • Tuesday 13 May 2025
  • Thursday 15 May 2025

All sessions 11:00-12:30.

Objectives:

  • The project lifecycle, and the key factors that influence project success;
  • The role of the project manager, and the skills required;
  • How to clearly define your project, setting it up for the best chance of success;
  • How to construct a robust and realistic project plan;
  • Some of the tools that are available to help you organise and document your project;
  • How to evaluate and manage risks, issues and changes to scope as your project progresses;
  • How to identify your stakeholders, understand their needs, and manage their expectations;
  • Developing a communications plan;
  • The importance of project roles and responsibilities;
  • The need for effective project governance and regular project monitoring and reporting;
  • How to learn from lessons identified at the completion of a project.

Tutor:

Muriel Mewissen

Cost:

This course is free-of-charge for staff and students of the University of Edinburgh (UoE) and NHS Lothian (NHSL) - booking is still required.

*** Note - we offer a £20 discount on course fees if paying by debit/credit card - see below rates

Attendee categoryRate (Card)Rate (Invoice/internal UoE transfer)
1 UoE/NHSL staff/student£0£0
2 External student£80£100
3 Other academic/NHS£180£200
4 Industry£360£380

There is a cancellation date of 22/04/25. If you cancel after this date, you will still be charged. 

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