ISO 21502 Project Management – Lead Project Manager Training CoursesĀ
Have you ever taken the responsibility of organizing a surprise birthday party? Maybe you were in charge of planning the family camping trip? At work, were you given the task of creating a marketing plan, implementing changes to reduce operation costs, or introducing new software for client management? If you did any of these then you are already familiar with various aspects of project management and you have been developing the skills that project managers need. PECBās ISO 21502 training courses aim to help you advance your project management skills and set you on a path to becoming a great project manager.
What is ISO 21502?
As an update of ISO 21500:2012, ISO 21502:2020 provides guidance that can help project managers and project-based organizations deliver projects successfully. The standard also provides high-level descriptions of practices that are effective in project management.
The guidance provided by ISO 21502 can be applied to any type of organization and all types of projects. Moreover, apart from project managers and executive management, the standard can be used by project sponsors and boards, auditors, and organizations that develop national or organizational standards or practices for project management.
ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager
Why should you attend?
The PECB ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager training course helps you develop the necessary competencies for initiating, planning, monitoring, directing, controlling, and closing a project based on the guidelines of ISO 21502.
In addition to providing the theoretical background on project management, the training course offers practical examples and quizzes that will help you apply the knowledge gained in real-life scenarios.
After completing the training course, you will be able to apply for the exam. If you successfully pass the exam, you can apply for the āPECB Certified ISO 21502 Lead Project Managerā credential. An internationally recognized āPECB ISO 21502 Lead Project Managerā certificate validates your professional capabilities and demonstrates that you possess the necessary knowledge and skills to manage a project based on the guidelines of ISO 21502.Ā
Who should attend?
The ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager training course is intended for:
- Project managers
- Project sponsors
- Expert advisers
- Project team members
- Executives, managers, and directors involved in governance, direction, and audits of projectsĀ
- Individuals seeking to thoroughly understand project managementĀ
- Individuals aiming to start or advance their careers in project managementĀ
Learning objectives
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the fundamental concepts, approaches, and methodologies regarding project management
- Implement integrated project management practices based on ISO 21502 when undertaking a project
- Implement individual project management practices based on ISO 21502 when undertaking project activities
Educational approach
This training course is learner-centered, and contains:Ā
- The best practices used in project management
- Lecture sessions illustrated with practical examplesĀ
- Interaction between the trainers and participants by means of questions and discussionsĀ
- Quizzes with stand-alone items (after each section) and scenario-based quizzes (at the end of each day), intended to prepare the participants for the certification exam
Prerequisites
A fundamental understanding of project management concepts, methodologies, and practices.
Course Agenda
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Day 1:Ā Introduction to ISO 21502 and project management
Day 2:Ā Integrated project management practices
Day 3:Ā Management practices for a projectĀ
Day 4:Ā Management practices for a project (contād)
Day 5:Ā Certification exam
Examination
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This course is taught in partnership with PECB. The āPECB Certified ISO 21502 Lead Project Managerā exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1:Ā Fundamental principles and concepts of project management
Domain 2:Ā Integrated project management practices
Domain 3:Ā Individual management practices for a project
For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit theĀ List of PECB ExamsĀ and theĀ Examination Rules and Policies.
Certification
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After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown in the table below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements related to the selected credential.Ā
For more information about the ISO 21502 credentials and the PECB certification process, please refer to theĀ Certification Rules and Policies.
The requirements for PECB ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager certifications are:
Credential Exam Professional experience PMSMS project experience Other requirements PECB Certified ISO 21502 Provisional Project Manager PECB Certified ISO 21502 Project Manager exam or equivalent None None Signing the PECB Code of Ethics PECB Certified ISO 21502 Project Manager PECB Certified ISO 21502 Project Manager exam or equivalent Two years: One year of work experience in Project Management Project Management activities: a total of 200 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics PECB Certified ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager PECB Certified ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager Exam or equivalent Five years: Two years of work experience in Project Management Project Management activities: a total of 300 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics PECB Certified ISO 21502 Senior Lead Project Manager PECB Certified ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager Exam or equivalent Ten years: Seven years of work experience in Project Management Project Management activities: a total of 1,000 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics To be considered valid, the activities should comprise project management practices, including, but not limited to the following:
- Drafting a business case
- Managing projects
- Planning procurement
- Managing the project team (day-to-day supervision, leadership, motivation, conflict resolution, setting targets)
- Scheduling, cost control, and quality assurance activities
- Managing supplier performance
- Risk management activities
- Monitoring work
- Validating deliverables and outcomes
General Information
- Certification fees are included in the exam price.
- PECB will provide training material of over 400 pages of information and practical examples.
- An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who have attended the training course.
- In case of exam failure, the candidate can retake the exam once for free within 12 months following the initial exam date.
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