Advanced Course in Project Metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Management

Embark on a transformative journey with our specialized course, designed to equip participants with the expertise necessary to conceptualize and implement project metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) effectively. This program not only delves into identifying the catalysts driving superior value-based project metrics but also empowers individuals to craft dynamic project dashboards. Participants will navigate the intricacies of harnessing Microsoft Project for reporting project performance and executing proactive measures.

Course Objectives: Managing Metrics and KPIs in Projects

Discern the pivotal factors fostering enhanced project metrics.
Define and curate appropriate project metrics.
Develop and deploy project KPIs.
Utilize MS Project for crafting project KPIs and generating reports.
Design comprehensive project dashboards and illuminate insights through traffic light reports.
Construct value-centric project metrics for informed decision-making.
Course Syllabus: Managing Metrics and KPIs in Projects

Day 1: Driving Forces for Enhanced Project Metrics

Executive perspectives on project management.
Evolution of project management methodologies.
Distinguishing frameworks from methodologies.
Embracing 'engagement' project management.
Redefining parameters for project success.
Nurturing stakeholder relationships.
Conducting project health evaluations.
Day 2: Project Metrics Exploration

Evolution of project management metrics.
Comprehensive understanding of project metrics.
Defining metrics requisites.
Characteristics and categories of project metrics.
Selecting apt project metrics.
Integration of metrics within the Project Management Office (PMO).
Day 3: Project Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Significance and utilization of project KPIs.
Key attributes of KPIs.
Categorization and selection of KPIs.
Tracking and measuring KPIs.
Interrelation among KPIs.
Setting targets and addressing failures.
Top 25 project management KPIs.
Day 4: Utilizing MS Project for Metric and KPI Management

Crafting earned value metrics and KPIs.
Distinction between reports and views.
Formatting tables and charts in reports.
Custom report generation.
Unveiling the power of project dashboards.
Day 5: Value-Centric Project Metrics

Harmonizing success and value paradigms.
Recognizing the necessity for value-centric project metrics.
Implementing effective measurement strategies.
Bridging project management with value realization.
Developing and measuring project value metrics.