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Operational Excellence in Project Management During and After Crisis

Course Schedule

Classroom

Online

No online dates are currently available.

Training Introduction

The global pandemic reshaped how organizations operate, transforming work cultures, productivity models, and project delivery methods. Cost estimates, schedules, and resource planning now carry higher levels of uncertainty due to remote work, safety protocols, and fluctuating on-site productivity. Despite these challenges, stakeholders continue to expect safe execution, measurable progress, and strategic alignment.

This Coventry Academy Operational Excellence in Project Management training course focuses on adapting project management processes, tools, and techniques to meet the demands of crisis and post-crisis environments. Participants will learn how to manage uncertainty, maintain team productivity, and ensure projects remain aligned with organizational strategy. By strengthening planning, risk management, communication, and control mechanisms, this training course equips professionals to achieve operational excellence during and after disruptive events.

Key focus areas of this course:

  • Aligning projects with organizational vision, mission, and strategy
  • Adapting project planning and scheduling techniques in uncertain environments
  • Strengthening leadership, communication, and team empowerment
  • Applying risk management processes and change control systems
  • Monitoring performance using S-curves and Earned Value Management
  • Ensuring effective project closure, reporting, and handover to operations

This Operational Excellence in Project Management training course prepares professionals to manage complexity, maintain resilience, and achieve strategic objectives even in times of crisis.

What are the goals?

This Coventry Academy training course enables participants to enhance project performance and maintain operational excellence during and after periods of disruption. It provides structured approaches to planning, leadership, and risk management in dynamic environments.

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to: 

  • Understand how projects are initiated and aligned with organizational strategy
  • Apply project planning processes, tools, and techniques with a strong risk management focus
  • Influence team members and stakeholders to deliver agreed outcomes
  • Build and lead highly productive project teams in challenging conditions
  • Manage conflicts through structured negotiation and win-win approaches
  • Design monitoring and control systems to track cost, schedule, and performance
  • Communicate progress, risks, and successes effectively to stakeholders
  • Evaluate project outcomes and capture lessons learned for continuous improvement
  • These goals ensure participants can maintain performance, deliver value, and strengthen organizational resilience in uncertain environments.

Who is this Training Course for?

This Coventry Academy training course is suitable for professionals responsible for delivering projects in dynamic or crisis-affected environments. It is especially valuable for those seeking to align projects with organizational strategy while maintaining control and operational effectiveness.

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit: 

  • Project Managers and Team Leaders responsible for project delivery
  • Project Technical Leaders or Workstream Leaders coordinating project tasks
  • PMO staff supporting governance, reporting, and performance tracking
  • Project Sponsors or Project Owners overseeing strategic outcomes
  • Functional managers involved in cross-departmental projects
  • Professionals managing multiple projects, tasks, or deadlines
  • Individuals seeking to enhance leadership and risk management capabilities during crisis situations
  • This course equips professionals with the tools and leadership skills required to sustain project performance and strategic alignment.

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This Coventry Academy training course uses practical, interactive learning methods to ensure participants gain both theoretical understanding and actionable skills. Structured presentations are combined with group discussions, case studies, and real-world scenarios that reflect crisis and post-crisis project environments.

Participants will engage in hands-on exercises covering project initiation, planning, scheduling, risk management, baselining, and performance monitoring. Tools such as S-curves and Earned Value Management are explored to strengthen monitoring and control processes. Through collaborative activities and scenario-based learning, participants develop practical strategies to enhance operational excellence, manage uncertainty, and deliver successful project outcomes aligned with organizational strategy.

The Course Content

Day 1: Day One – Understanding the Starting Point

  • Organisation Vision, Mission & Strategy
  • What is a pandemic? What is a project? What is project management?
  • Project roles and stakeholders
  • How are projects selected?
  • Project start up: Initiation and understanding the project mission

Day 2: Day Two - The Project Manager’s Role, Responsibilities and Team

  • Selection of the Project Manager
  • Project team building and empowerment
  • Delegating with confidence
  • Safe communication with the project team
  • Safe project team leadership
  • Conflict handling

Day 3: Day Three - Project Planning and Scheduling

  • What is project planning?
  • What work has to be done?
  • In what order will the work be done?
  • How long will work take?
  • Who do we want to undertake the work, including acceleration techniques?
  • What tools can we use to communicate our plans?

Day 4: Day Four - Risk Management and Baselining

  • How much will the project cost?
  • Risk Management processes, tools and techniques
  • Designing the monitoring and control system using S curves
  • Introducing a change control system
  • Audits and other types of meetings
  • Baselining

Day 5: Day Five - Monitoring and Control, Evaluation, Reporting, Closure & Hand-over

  • The monitoring and control processes - overview
  • Understanding Earned Value Management to monitor projects
  • Reviewing what has been achieved and reporting progress
  • Project hand-over to operations
  • Has my project been a success?
  • Lessons learned

Providers and Associations

Anderson

Anderson

Aztech Training

Aztech Training

COPEX

COPEX

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about this training course.

Absolutely. Coventry Academy provides customised in-house training solutions for organisations seeking a tailored learning experience. The Operational Excellence in Project Management During and After Crisis training course can be adapted to reflect your organisation's objectives, industry requirements, operational challenges, and strategic priorities. Delivered exclusively for your team, customised training enables organisations to maximise relevance, encourage collaboration, and achieve targeted development outcomes. Our team will be pleased to discuss your requirements and develop a solution that aligns with your goals.

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No prior experience is required to attend the Operational Excellence in Project Management During and After Crisis training course. The course is designed to accommodate participants from diverse professional backgrounds and varying levels of experience. While some familiarity with the subject matter may help participants gain additional value from certain discussions and activities, the course content is structured to ensure that both newcomers and experienced professionals can fully engage with the learning experience and benefit from the training.

Our dedicated support team is available to assist you with any questions regarding the Operational Excellence in Project Management During and After Crisis training course, including course content, scheduling, registration, corporate bookings, and customised training solutions. We are committed to providing prompt and professional assistance throughout your learning journey.

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The Operational Excellence in Project Management During and After Crisis training course is designed to be practical, engaging, and highly interactive. Participants benefit from a dynamic learning environment that combines expert-led presentations, facilitated discussions, case studies, practical exercises, and collaborative learning activities. The focus is on developing knowledge that can be applied immediately within the workplace, ensuring participants gain both valuable insights and practical skills that support improved professional performance.

Your course fees cover:

  • For classroom courses: printed materials, lunch, and refreshments.
  • For online courses: all materials sent to you by email.
  • A certificate of completion or attendance.

You’ll need to make payment before the course starts. Here are your options:

  • Bank draft
  • Cash
  • Credit card
  • Wire transfer

Heads up: If we don’t receive payment before the course begins, we may have to deny
admission.

We delivers training courses in carefully selected professional venues that provide a comfortable and productive learning environment. Classroom-based courses are typically hosted in premium international venues with modern facilities and dedicated training spaces designed to support effective learning. Participants also benefit from a professional setting that encourages networking, collaboration, and knowledge sharing with peers from diverse industries and backgrounds.

The Operational Excellence in Project Management During and After Crisis training course is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their knowledge, enhance their capabilities, and achieve greater impact within their organisations. It is suitable for managers, supervisors, team leaders, technical specialists, consultants, and professionals at all career stages who wish to expand their expertise and stay current with industry developments. Whether you are looking to advance your career, improve workplace performance, or prepare for new responsibilities, this course provides valuable knowledge and practical insights to support your professional growth.

Our courses are led by top-notch international instructors. They’re not just academically qualified—they’ve also got years of real-world experience. They bring practical insights and deep knowledge to every session, making your learning experience truly valuable!

Yes. Participants who successfully complete the Operational Excellence in Project Management During and After Crisis training course will receive a Coventry Academy Certificate of Completion, recognising their commitment to professional development and continuous learning. This certificate serves as formal evidence of participation and achievement and can support career progression, professional credibility, and ongoing development objectives. Where applicable, details regarding professional development credits or accreditation will be provided within the course information.

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