Everything you need to know for your next project.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
This course is designed for NSW Public Sector professionals who are new to project management or work within project teams. You will gain a strong foundation in project management principles and practices, tailored to the unique challenges and priorities of the public sector.
This course is ideal for:
· NSW public sector employees who are part of project teams or new to managing small projects.
· Professionals seeking a deeper understanding of the project lifecycle and practical techniques to apply immediately.
Whether you’re a project team member, a new manager, or a professional seeking to enhance your foundational skills, this course will equip you to succeed in the public sector project environment.
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
Through interactive sessions, case studies and applied activities, you will:
• explore the project lifecycle.
• understand roles and responsibilities.
• develop skills to contribute effectively to project outcomes.
• develop, contribute to, and manage project schedules, plans, and deliverables within the NSW public sector context.
• clarify roles and responsibilities, ensuring effective collaboration within a project team.
• take ownership of specific project tasks, managing timeframes and budgets while achieving outcomes.
• identify and manage risks, escalating issues and contributing to problem-solving efforts.
• monitor progress, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and participate in evaluating project outcomes.
TOPICS COVERED
Over the training your facilitator will explore:
• key attributes of a project and the unique context of public sector projects.
• project roles and responsibilities.
• overview of the PMBOK Process Groups and the 10 Knowledge Areas.
• initiating a Project
• identifying stakeholders and defining project objectives aligned with government goals.
• preparing initial project charters and understanding the scope.
• project planning: objectives, scope, work breakdown structure (WBS), and schedule.
• managing risk using tailored risk management tools.
• key competencies for public sector project managers, including leadership, communication, and problem-solving.
• monitoring and Controlling tools and techniques for tracking progress against plans.
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework Alignment
This course supports the development of the following capabilities:
- Business enablers: Project management
- Results: Plan and prioritise
- Results: Deliver results
PATHWAYS
Project Management Fundamentals is part of the following Pathways: Public Sector Essentials: Fundamentals and Projects as well as Cultivate your Capabilities.
Find out more here.
Course Details
This course is scheduled for delivery in 2026, please visit our scheduled courses page to register now and secure your spot.
If you have a group of 5 or more, please reach out to [email protected], for an in-house course and our Learning team will be in touch.
Be at your best, for NSW.