Rapid Assessment and Recovery of Troubled Projects

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  • Structure and lead the effort to assess project problems rapidly
  • Determine the root causes of identified problems
  • Develop a recovery plan for any troubled project
  • Provide leadership to turn the project around
  • Identify and manage signs of trouble early in a project
Course Credits
Course CPE
27
Course PDUs
22.5
Course CEUs
2.2
Course CDUs
22.5 BABOK V2.0 used in the CDU approval of this course

** Important: Credits may vary by delivery method, click here for more information

If you’re a project manager who is in the trenches every day, sooner or later you’ll be staring into the face of a troubled project. The project may be your own or may be one you’ve inherited. Knowing what to do when the time comes will be critical to your success. You’ll need to take action immediately – with speed, accuracy, power, balance and focus. You’ll have little time to think about an approach or polish your skills.

Rapid Assessment and Recovery of Troubled Projects demonstrates a proven process to project recovery. You’ll get everything you need (process, tools, techniques) to perform a rapid assessment of a project in trouble, develop a recovery plan and manage the transition to stabilization.

Active participation in the case study, designed to simulate the environment and feel of an actual troubled project, will enable you to build your skills in a meaningful way. This course is a must for experienced project managers who need to know what to do when the chips are down.

Reminder: Participants should have a thorough understanding of scheduling and cost control and risk management before taking this course.

This course is aligned with version 2.0 of the Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK)™.

  • Introduction to Assessment Methodology
    • Identifying the early warning signs of troubled projects
    • The role of the assessment sponsor
    • Overview of the Rapid Assessment Model
  • Planning the Assessment
    • The role of the charter in developing an assessment plan
    • Bridging the gap between the project team and the assessment team
    • Evaluating project history through critical documentation
  • Conducting the Assessment
    • Developing the interview strategy
    • Using interviews to determine project reality
    • Analyzing and validating project data
  • Developing the Stabilization Plan
    • Stabilization conceptual overview
    • Recovery strategy options
    • Develop plan for stabilization
    • Addressing people, processes, products, and timing
  • Stabilizing the Project
    • Steps to conduct stabilization plan
    • Techniques for prioritizing threats, opportunities, and problems
    • Rebaselining the project plan
    • Implementing project control metrics
  • Preventive Measures
    • Avoiding classic mistakes
    • Establishing a plan for continuous improvement

"The content was well presented and exercises helped to reinforce concepts. The material was delivered in a meaningful and engaging way. I have learned some new skills and tools that will help me in my role."

Antoinette Geraci, Senior Project Manager
Starwood Hotels


"I really enjoyed this class. It was both challenging and insightful. I gained perspective and feel better equipped to confront difficult situations and people. Excellent job!"

Alex Hersh, Supervisory IT Project Manager
Department of Veteran Affairs


"The instructor provided real world scenarios that were applicable not only to the course but also to real world PM. The instructors energy drive an enthusiasm made this class enjoyable and I learnt a tremendous amount that can be applied in my daily responsibilities."

Maggie Gloeclele, Portfolio Manager
MMC


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