15 Topics
10 Days
75 Sessions
Programme Overview
Training Description
Who Should Attend
Session Objectives
- Align project, program, and portfolio efforts with strategic business objectives
- Master advanced governance models to ensure project oversight and accountability
- Lead and mentor high-performing teams and a culture of continuous improvement.
- Develop and manage financial forecasts, budgets, and value realization.
- Navigate complex stakeholder relationships at the executive level.
- Oversee and mitigate enterprise-level risks and issues.
- Drive organizational change and strategic transformation through projects.
About the Course
The Certified Project Director (CPD) Mastery: The Executive Blueprint for Strategic Leadership Training Course is designed for senior project professionals responsible for directing complex, high-value, and strategically important projects and programmes.The course develops the leadership, governance, commercial, financial, risk, stakeholder, and strategic capabilities required to operate at project-director level. Participants will learn how to align projects with organizational strategy, establish effective governance, lead high-performing teams, manage portfolios of risks and resources, influence executive stakeholders, and make informed decisions in complex and uncertain environments.
Curriculum & Topics
15 Topics | 75 Sessions
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Workshop 1.1:
Understanding the relationship between strategy and projects
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Workshop 1.2:
Translating business goals into project objectives
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Workshop 1.3:
Performing a strategic gap analysis and portfolio assessment
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Workshop 1.4:
Developing a business case for high-impact initiatives
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Workshop 1.5:
Using data to inform strategic decision-making
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Workshop 2.1:
Distinguishing between projects, programs, and portfolios
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Workshop 2.2:
Applying portfolio management techniques for optimal investment
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Workshop 2.3:
Managing dependencies and resource constraints across programs
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Workshop 2.4:
Establishing a program management framework and roadmap
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Workshop 2.5:
Using advanced tools for portfolio visualization and tracking
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Workshop 3.1:
Developing a powerful leadership presence and style
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Workshop 3.2:
Communicating complex information to executive stakeholders
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Workshop 3.3:
Mastering the art of persuasive presentations and proposals
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Workshop 3.4:
Leading with influence and building consensus
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Workshop 3.5:
Providing effective and concise status reporting
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Workshop 4.1:
Establishing a robust project governance framework
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Workshop 4.2:
Defining roles and responsibilities in a multi-project environment
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Workshop 4.3:
Leading organizational change initiatives from a director's perspective
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Workshop 4.4:
Overcoming resistance to change and building a coalition of support
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Workshop 4.5:
Integrating governance with agile and hybrid methodologies
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Workshop 5.1:
Creating and managing strategic project budgets
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Workshop 5.2:
Forecasting financial performance and calculating ROI
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Workshop 5.3:
Conducting a thorough cost-benefit analysis
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Workshop 5.4:
Measuring and reporting on project value and benefits realization
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Workshop 5.5:
Optimizing financial resources across a portfolio
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Workshop 6.1:
Identifying and assessing strategic and enterprise-level risks
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Workshop 6.2:
Developing comprehensive risk response strategies
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Workshop 6.3:
Establishing a clear issue escalation and resolution process
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Workshop 6.4:
Conducting a project health and risk audit
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Workshop 6.5:
Using advanced analytics to predict potential problems
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Workshop 7.1:
Mapping and analyzing power-interest grids for key stakeholders
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Workshop 7.2:
Developing tailored communication and engagement plans
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Workshop 7.3:
Managing conflicting priorities and expectations
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Workshop 7.4:
Negotiating with and influencing senior leadership
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Workshop 7.5:
Building a network of sponsors and advocates
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Workshop 8.1:
Defining measurable benefits at the beginning of a project
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Workshop 8.2:
Creating a robust benefits realization management plan
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Workshop 8.3:
Tracking and reporting on benefits throughout the project lifecycle
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Workshop 8.4:
Ensuring that benefits are sustained after project closure
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Workshop 8.5:
Using benefits data to inform future strategic decisions
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Workshop 9.1:
Leading agile teams and initiatives from a director's perspective
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Workshop 9.2:
Integrating agile frameworks like SAFe and LeSS into the enterprise
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Workshop 9.3:
Overseeing a hybrid project portfolio
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Workshop 9.4:
Balancing predictability with adaptability
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Workshop 9.5:
Fostering a culture of continuous delivery and rapid feedback
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Workshop 10.1:
Understanding the role of projects in digital transformation
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Workshop 10.2:
Managing technology-driven initiatives and their impacts
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Workshop 10.3:
Overseeing vendor selection for key technology partners
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Workshop 10.4:
Ansuring data governance and security in projects
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Workshop 10.5:
Aligning technology roadmaps with business strategy
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Workshop 11.1:
Building a culture of psychological safety and accountability
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Workshop 11.2:
Mentoring and coaching program managers and team leads
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Workshop 11.3:
Empowering teams to take ownership and innovate
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Workshop 11.4:
Developing talent pipelines within the PMO
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Workshop 11.5:
Fostering cross-functional collaboration at an organizational level
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Workshop 12.1:
Defining the role and purpose of a strategic PMO
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Workshop 12.2:
Establishing and maturing a PMO
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Workshop 12.3:
Creating a consistent project management methodology
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Workshop 12.4:
Managing the PMO's budget and resources
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Workshop 12.5:
Measuring the value and effectiveness of the PMO
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Workshop 13.1:
Overseeing the procurement process for major initiatives
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Workshop 13.2:
Developing a strong vendor management strategy
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Workshop 13.3:
Negotiating complex contracts and service level agreements
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Workshop 13.4:
Managing vendor relationships to ensure project success
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Workshop 13.5:
Mitigating risks related to third-party dependencies
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Workshop 14.1:
Defining and implementing a project quality management plan
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Workshop 14.2:
Using metrics to monitor and improve project performance
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Workshop 14.3:
Leading process improvement initiatives at a portfolio level
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Workshop 14.4:
Applying Lean principles to eliminate waste
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Workshop 14.5:
Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
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Workshop 15.1:
Using data and analytics to support complex decisions
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Workshop 15.2:
Applying advanced problem-solving frameworks
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Workshop 15.3:
Facilitating a clear and effective decision-making process
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Workshop 15.4:
Managing organizational ambiguity and uncertainty
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Workshop 15.5:
Promoting a culture of informed and timely action
