Project Selection Techniques

SYNOPSIS

YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO

AUDIENCE

OUTLINE

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    • Communicates effectively
    • Drives results
    • Drives vision and purpose
    • Ensures accountability
    • Plans and aligns
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  • SKILLS

    • Planning and organizing
    • Project change management
    • Project communications  management
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    • Project integration management
    • Project schedule management
    • Project scope management
    • Project tracking and reporting
    • Risk management

synopsis

In today's dynamic business landscape, making the right project choices is the cornerstone of organisational success. Our "Project Selection Methods" course empowers you to master the art of selecting projects that drive growth, profitability, and innovation. Whether you are a project manager, business leader, or aspiring entrepreneur, this course is your key to harnessing the tools and techniques that transform ideas into actionable projects. Join us to learn the methodologies behind project selection, leverage data-driven insights, mitigate risks, and align projects with strategic goals. Be the driving force behind your organisation's future success. Enrol now and gain the skills that set you apart as a decision-maker who shapes success from the very start! Do not miss this opportunity to supercharge your career and contribute significantly to your organisation's growth.


Attending the "Effective Project Selection Techniques for Portfolio Managers" course offers many benefits that can enhance your skills, boost your career, and contribute to the success of your organisation. Here are the key benefits:

  • Informed Decision-Making: Gain the knowledge and tools to make well-informed project selection decisions that align with your organisation's strategic objectives.
  • Resource Optimisation: Learn how to allocate limited resources, including finances, personnel, and time, to maximise project success.
  • Risk Mitigation: Identify potential risks associated with project selection and develop strategies to mitigate them effectively.
  • Stakeholder Alignment: Enhance your ability to engage and align stakeholders, ensuring project proposals receive the necessary support and resources.
  • Improved Project Success: Make choices that significantly increase the likelihood of project success, enhancing your organisation's competitive edge.
  • Enhanced Career Opportunities: Acquire skills and knowledge that make you a valuable asset in portfolio management, project management, and related roles.
  • Tailored Proposals: Learn how to tailor project proposals to meet the precise needs and expectations of portfolio management, increasing your project's chances of approval and support.
  • Hands-On Experience: Engage in interactive exercises and real-world case studies that allow you to apply your learning immediately.
  • Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with fellow professionals from diverse backgrounds, expanding your network and sharing valuable insights.
  • Adaptability: Stay ahead in a rapidly changing business environment by mastering crucial techniques for portfolio managers.
  • Industry Relevance: Ensure your knowledge and skills align with industry best practices and standards.
  • Enhanced Organisational Impact: Bring back valuable strategies to your organisation, contributing to its growth and success through effective project selection.
  • Strategic Agility: Develop the ability to adapt to evolving project landscapes, making dynamic decisions that drive organisational growth.
  • Long-Term Viability: Make choices that impact your organisation's long-term viability and sustainability.
  • Confidence and Expertise: Approach project selection confidently, armed with expertise in the latest methods and techniques.
  • Certification Preparation: Prepare for relevant certifications in portfolio or project management by building a solid foundation in project selection.


This course presents tools and techniques in forms that are directly usable in practice. Delegates will discuss and analyse the data requirements and the unique features of each method, which cater to the needs of any member of the portfolio management community, such as portfolio managers. In addition, this course enables project originators, project managers, business analysts, and sponsors to tailor their proposals and projects to enhance the likelihood of support by helping them focus on the precise needs of those who provide the support. 


You can attend this course in one of the following formats: 

  1. instructor-led training in a live, virtual classroom,
  2. e-training (on-demand),
  3. instructor-led training in a live classroom, and
  4. blended (on-demand and live sessions).


you will learn how to

At the end of this course, you should be able to:

  • Discuss methods used for project selection.
  • Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of methods used for  project selection.
  • Consider factors such as technical, marketing, political, and innovation stage when developing an evaluation criterion for  project selection.
  • Analyze the various data types about the evaluation criteria for  project selection.
  • Apply methods for obtaining objective data or scaling subjective data about the evaluation criteria for  project selection.
  • Apply  project selection methods to case studies.
  • This course uses digital materials.

audience

The "Project Selection Techniques" course covers the needs of a diverse audience of professionals involved in project management, decision-making, and project initiation processes. This course is particularly beneficial for individuals who select and prioritise organisational projects. The primary audience for this course includes:

  • Project Managers: Experienced and aspiring project managers who want to understand the criteria and techniques for evaluating and selecting projects. This knowledge helps them align projects with organisational goals and objectives.
  • Project Stakeholders: Individuals with a vested interest in project outcomes, such as project sponsors, executives, and members of steering committees. They need to make informed decisions about which projects to fund and support.
  • Business Analysts: Business analysts who gather and analyse data related to potential projects. They must apply appropriate selection techniques to recommend projects aligning with business needs.
  • Portfolio Managers: Professionals responsible for managing a portfolio of projects. They require expertise in selecting and prioritising projects to maximise the organisation's strategic goals.
  • Strategic Planners: Strategic planners and decision-makers who must align project investments with the organisation's strategic objectives and long-term vision.
  • Financial Analysts: Financial analysts who assess the financial viability of projects and calculate their potential return on investment (ROI).
  • Entrepreneurs and Business Owners: Individuals considering launching new ventures or projects and want to evaluate their initiatives' feasibility and potential success.
  • Professionals in Various Industries: Individuals from diverse industries, including IT, construction, healthcare, finance, and more, where project selection is critical in resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Government and Nonprofit Professionals: Those working in government agencies or nonprofit organisations who must select and prioritise projects based on public or community needs.
  • Decision-Making Teams: Members of cross-functional teams responsible for project selection and prioritisation, including representatives from different departments.
  • Continuous Improvement Specialists: Professionals focused on process improvement and organisational efficiency, as project selection contributes to optimising resources and achieving objectives.
  • Career Changers: Individuals considering a career shift into project management, business analysis, or strategic planning who want to build foundational knowledge in project selection techniques.

This course equips participants with the skills and tools to make informed decisions about project investments, prioritise projects effectively, and ensure that selected projects align with organisational strategies and goals. It is valuable for professionals across industries and roles involved in the project initiation and selection process.

OUTLINE

  • MODULE 1: RANKING METHOD

    At the end of this module,  you should be able to:

    1. Discuss the importance of project selection. 
    2. List the shortcomings of the most common project selection methods when applied to research and development (R&D) project selection. 
    3. List the categories used for R&D project selection methods. 
    4. Discuss and apply pairwise comparisons technique such as dominance count (DC) and anchored scale (AS) methods. 
    5. Discuss and apply the analytic hierarchy procedure (AHP). 
  • MODULE 2: ECONOMIC METHOD

    At the end of this module, you should be able to:

    1. Define economic models for projects.  
    2. Discuss and apply the net present value (NPV) technique to project selection. 
    3. Discuss and apply internal rate of return (IRR) technique to project selection. 
    4. Discuss and apply discounted payback period (DPP) technique to project selection. 
  • MODULE 3: DECISION THEORY

    At the end of this module,  you should be able to:

    1. Discuss elements of decision theory and its application to project selection. 
    2. Discuss and apply decision trees to project selection. 
    3. Discuss and apply sensitivity analysis to decision trees analysis. 
  • MODULE 4: PORTFOLIO OPTIMIZATION

    At the end of this module, you should be able to:

    1. Discuss the benefits of project portfolio optimization methods. 
    2. Discuss project interactions. 
    3. Discuss and apply optimization techniques for the project portfolio. 

PROJECT SELECTION TECHNIQUES FAQs

  • What background do I need for this course?

    No XXXX experience is required. 

  • Is the on-demand content the same as the 4-day instructor class?

    The content and concepts are very similar. We designed the on-demand class to be suitable for a digital, self-study format.

  • What will I receive in the self-study, interactive course?

    At the end of this course, you will receive: 


    • 32 hours of content,
    • a printable student guide, 
    • interactive video lessons with personalized navigation,
    • instructor email support,
    • a student discussion board where you can engage and chat with other students,
    • interactive games, 
    • Interactive learning assessments, and
    • practice exams.
  • How will I access my course materials if I choose on-demand method?

    When we receive the payment, you will receive an email from INDENTRA LTD. with all the links and information you need to get started.

  • How can I sign up for a review session or an Instructor-led version of this course?

    Once you enroll in the course, INDENTRA LTD will send you an email with the specific details and dates.

  • How to schedule my instructor-led training?

    At any time, you may call or email our customer service team for assistance in enrolling in the event date of your choice. Alternatively, you can choose to use the online scheduling feature.

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