Project Management Fundamentals

Practical Tools for Real-World Projects

Why This Training?

Project Management is more than managing tasks, it’s about turning ideas into structured, achievable outcomes. This interactive, one-day workshop is designed for professionals who want to learn how to plan, execute, and close projects effectively, whether in manufacturing, service, or office environments.

We focus on real examples  like developing a new trailer model or improving a production process to make concepts tangible and directly applicable.

What You’ll Learn

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

• Explain the project lifecycle and key terminology

• Develop a Project Charter and define clear scope

• Create a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

• Estimate time, budget, and resources realistically

• Identify and manage risks, communication, and changes

• Perform project closure and capture lessons learned

• Balance the Triple Constraint  scope, time, and cost for project success

Key Concepts Covered

What Is a Project?

A temporary and goal-oriented effort that creates a unique product, service, or result. Unlike daily operations, a project has a start, an end, and clear objectives.

The Triple Constraint

Every project must balance:

• Scope – what’s included/excluded

• Time – schedule and deadlines

• Cost – available budget

Changing one impacts the others that’s the core challenge of project management.

Project Lifecycle

1. Initiation – define why the project exists

2. Planning – determine how, when, and by whom work will be done

3. Execution – coordinate people, materials, and tools

4. Monitoring & Control – track progress and manage change

5. Closing – complete documentation, sign off deliverables, and capture lessons learned

Tools & Exercises

Participants will practice using:

• Mini Project Charter

• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

• Risk Register

• Communication Matrix

• Status Report

• Lessons Learned Sheet

• Eisenhower Matrix for prioritization

Hands-on activities and team exercises help reinforce learning and develop project confidence.

Takeaways

By the end of the session, participants walk away with:

• A toolkit of templates ready to use

• A clear understanding of how to lead projects successfully

• Practical skills to prevent rework and improve results

Interested in Hosting This Training?

HY Kaizen Consulting offers on-site and online delivery options. Perfect for manufacturing, service, and project-based organizations seeking to build team capability in structured project execution.

👉 Contact: hakan.yasar@hykaizenconsulting.com📍 Based in Chilliwack, BC serving clients across Canada