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<p>I have taught project management for over 20 years to individuals and teams in the public, private and voluntary sectors. Some projects are small and simple, and others may be very complex, such as moving a call centre from one side of the country to the other without losing service. However, I believe they all start the same way; with a good idea, collecting information, and careful planning. Many of my students have had to plan and manage a work based project and I wanted to help students to understand the basics.</p>
<p><strong>Training in Project Management Skills</strong></p>
<p>Whether your people need a quick two-day refresher in the basics of managing a project, or a formal qualification such as the CMI Diploma in Project & Programme Management, I deliver practical, relevant training that covers the tools and techniques as well as the soft skills of negotiation and persuasion.</p>
<p>My training covers all essential aspects of managing projects and uses your own project as an example throughout. Working with a project team for a short period, I can ensure that their planning and communication will show substantial improvement. I also lead the Project Management School for the Marshall Gurney Institute, which provides online learning programmes. </p>
<p><strong>Coaching to improve Project Management</strong></p>
<p>When you have just one or two managers requiring development, coaching may be a cost effective way of improving their project skills and performance. I am a qualified and experienced coach, and can help your managers achieve levels of performance that meet your needs.</p>
<p><strong>Project Evaluation</strong></p>
<p>In theory, all projects should be evaluated, but in busy periods, this is often the stage that is overlooked. A variety of evaluation methods are available, from evaluation of hard and soft indicators up to a full scale ROI evaluation identifying to the penny what returns you are getting from your project. Qualified with the ROI Institute, I can help you plan evaluation into your project plan from the start, then assist with the analysis of data and reporting of findings. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.anitapickerden.co.uk">www.anitapickerden.co.uk</a></p>
<p>anita@pickerden.co.uk</p>

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