What do you learn in the Writing a Project Plan course?

You will learn how to draw up a sound Plan of Approach for projects of limited complexity. You will work through a complete chapter structure, from objective and project assignment to planning, costs, quality and risk analysis. You apply it directly to your own project and receive two rounds of digital feedback on your draft after the course day.

Who is this course for?

The course is intended for (aspiring) project leaders and project managers in both profit and non-profit organisations. Employees who regularly lead projects without any formal project management training will also get a lot out of it. No specific prior knowledge is required, but some experience with projects is useful.

Do I receive feedback on my own project plan?

Yes. After the course day you write your own draft PvA and submit it digitally. The trainer will provide you with extensive feedback by e-mail. You then have time to develop your plan further and submit it once more for a second round of feedback.

How many participants are there in a group?

We work with small groups of no more than ten participants. This leaves plenty of room for personal attention and allows us to link the material closely to your own project and working situation.

Do I receive a certificate on completion?

Yes. On completing the course you will receive a Learnit certificate of attendance. It states that you have attended the Writing a Project Plan course.

What is the difference between a project plan and a plan of approach?

In practice, the terms are often used interchangeably. A Plan of Approach (PvA) is usually a more concise document that focuses on the approach to a specific project, whereas a project plan is sometimes broader and more extensive. In this course we focus on the PvA as a practical working document for projects of limited complexity.

How long does it take to write a project plan?

That depends on the size and complexity of your project. For a relatively small project, a sound first version often takes one to three working days. By using the structure and checklists from the course you will work faster and overlook fewer elements.

Is this course also suitable for large or complex projects?

The course focuses on projects of limited complexity. The structure and principles you learn can also be used as a basis for larger projects, but for highly complex undertakings additional knowledge of, for example, PRINCE2 or programme management is useful.

What is a good way to include a risk analysis in your project plan?

A workable approach is to estimate the likelihood and the impact of each risk and to link a control measure to it. During the course you will receive a practical format for setting out risks clearly in your PvA, so that your client can see at a glance which risks are involved and how you are controlling them.

Can I also take this course in-company?

Yes. We also deliver the Writing a Project Plan course in-company, at your organisation's premises. In that case we tailor the content to the projects and templates that are common within your organisation. Please contact us to discuss the options.

What does the Writing a Project Plan course cost?

You will find the current price at the top right of this course page, together with the schedule, location and delivery format. For in-company or bespoke courses we are happy to provide a quotation on request.

Writing a Project Plan course

Name: Writing a project plan
Price: 625.0 EUR
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A good project plan is the basis for a successful project. You learn how to structure a project plan, which chapters belong in it and how to write it so that the client and the team know exactly where they stand.

Description

The success of your project depends on the way you prepare, structure and control it. The project plan is your most important document in this. It describes what you are going to do, why, with whom, and at what cost and risk.

In this course you work on a complete chapter structure for a workable project plan. For each section you learn what belongs in it and how to make it concrete for your own project. Theory is consistently linked to your own working situation, so you can apply what you learn straight away.

A distinctive feature of this course is the two digital feedback moments. After the course day you write your own draft project plan. Two weeks later you submit it digitally and receive extensive feedback from the trainer by email. You then develop your plan further and submit it once more for a final round of feedback.

Topics

Structure and chapter layout of a plan of action
Describing the background and rationale of the project
Formulating objectives and problem definitions
Getting the project assignment clear
Mapping out project activities
Setting out project boundaries and preconditions
Products and deliverables
Quality requirements and quality control
Setting up the project organisation
Planning and phasing
Mapping out costs and benefits
Risk analysis and control measures
Drawing up a complete project plan for your own project

Result

After the course you can write a sound project plan for projects of limited complexity. You phase, plan and control your project in a structured way, and you communicate more effectively with your client and the other parties involved. You know which elements belong in a project plan, how to complete them and how to avoid overlooking anything.

Target audience

The course is intended for (prospective) project leaders and project managers in profit and non-profit organisations who have to write project plans themselves. It is also suitable for employees who regularly lead projects without a formal project management background.

Teaching method

The course is set up interactively. Theory alternates with assignments and feedback loops to your own working situation. You work in a small group with personal attention from an experienced trainer. After the course day you receive digital feedback twice on your own draft project plan, so that you can make targeted adjustments and develop your plan further.

Prior knowledge

No specific prior knowledge is required. Some work experience with projects, or having taken part in one, is an advantage.

In-company

Would you like to organise this training for a whole group or several groups? This can be cost-effective. For example, we can tailor the content entirely to your organisation, and training a whole group is also cheaper.

Are you looking at large numbers of participants or a complete academy? That involves a great deal. Consider planning and communication, for example, or identifying and agreeing the objectives and content of the training. Or differences in level, feedback mechanisms and safeguarding. Fortunately, Learnit has extensive experience in this field (more than 25 years) and we are happy to help you through this process.

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Language

The training is given in Dutch as standard. The trainer has a good command of English. English-language course material can be used. With a minimum enrolment of 3 participants, the training can also be given entirely in English.

Number of days:

1 day

Course times:

from 10 am to 5 pm

Study load:

7 hours

Education level:

This training is suitable for all levels.

Exemptions:

Exemptions do not apply to this course.

Preparation time:

No preparation time applies to this course.

Certificate:

At the end of the course, a certificate is issued as proof of participation.

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Moving forward together

Taking a training course at Learnit means learning together. Together with your experienced trainer, together with your course group or together with your colleagues. And whether you take the training at home, at your office or at one of our training locations, we are always available to help you. To share our knowledge with you in a way that is genuinely useful to you. Getting further together through personal attention and understanding each other well; that is what we believe in.

Apply it directly in your work

Learning theory from a book that you can then hardly use in your work? Not at Learnit! Whichever training you take with us, you can put it to use at your workplace straight away. Because of the unique learning objectives you set together with the trainer at the start of the training. Because of the alternation between theory and (interactive) practical assignments. And by bringing the challenges you face in your daily work along to the training.