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The Role and Responsibilities of a Project Manager

2 weeks
200 $

A course for professionals who want to effectively manage projects, teams, and stakeholder expectations by combining leadership and organizational competencies.

Who This Course Is For and Why It Matters

This course is designed for current and aspiring project managers who want to structure their skills and learn how to manage not only tasks, but also people, risks, and outcomes. We analyze real-life situations every PM faces: conflicts, uncertainty, deadlines, overload, and client communication.

  • For professionals transitioning into project leadership roles
  • For team leads and project coordinators
  • For managers seeking to increase governance maturity and business trust

What You Will Learn

  • Define and execute key responsibilities of a Project Manager
  • Manage stakeholder expectations and maintain transparent communication
  • Build engaged and motivated project teams
  • Establish control without micromanagement
  • Balance the interests of business, team, and client

Course Structure

Module 1 — Understanding the Project Manager Role

  • The position of a Project Manager within the organization
  • Authority and accountability of a PM
  • Common myths about project leadership

Module 2 — Stakeholder Management

  • Stakeholder identification and influence mapping
  • Communication expectations and perception management
  • Handling conflicting interests and resistance

Module 3 — Building the Project Team

  • Selecting team members and assigning roles
  • Stages of team development
  • Engagement and feedback tools

Module 4 — Leadership and Communication

  • Leadership styles and management approaches
  • Building trust and influencing without authority
  • Managing difficult participants and burnout

Module 5 — Managing Project Outcomes

  • Setting goals and key performance indicators
  • Progress monitoring and feedback methods
  • Project closure and retrospective

Practical Component

Participants complete hands-on assignments based on real scenarios: defining roles, analyzing communication flows, building stakeholder maps, and resolving conflicts. You will develop your own project management model applicable to your organization.

Key Outcomes

  • Confidence in your leadership role and management tools
  • Clear understanding of stakeholder expectation management
  • Ability to make decisions under uncertainty
  • Strong teamwork and leadership capabilities

How to Enroll

Submit your application via PMHub and receive consultation about the program. Corporate training customization is available.

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