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Each lesson ends in a quiz. You need 9 of 12 (75%) to pass it, and you get 3 attempts. The certificate is for the facilitated week. If you study on your own you get a statement of results - a record of the lessons you passed.
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This one-week module is designed to empower participants to craft and implement a comprehensive project management plan. By the end of the course, delegates will have developed essential skills to set clear objectives, foster innovation, ensure effective execution, and achieve impactful results. Participants will learn to manage projects efficiently, track progress, and deliver measurable outcomes, equipping them with the expertise needed to lead successful projects from start to finish.
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This lesson provides an introduction to the process of developing a project management plan. The day's schedule is divided into knowledge and practical modules.
This session will cover the fundamental concepts of creating a project management plan. Topics include:
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During this session, we will analyse several case studies to understand the practical application of project management planning concepts. Key case studies include:
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To excel in your Capstone Project, it's crucial to thoroughly familiarise yourself with the following module:
Mastering the content will ensure you're well-prepared to tackle project challenges and achieve outstanding results. It provides the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for effective project execution.
Participants will be divided into teams to work collaboratively on developing a business plan. This session includes:
This session includes:
The team should focus on understanding each other's strengths and weaknesses to allocate roles effectively, optimising overall team performance. The assessment will be based on how well the team presents their approach to:
The lesson on "Understanding Project Development Principles and Practices" focuses on teaching the structured approach required to manage and execute projects successfully. It covers the phases of the project life cycle—initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closing—and emphasises the application of key project management principles, such as managing scope, time, cost, quality, risk, and stakeholders. The lesson aims to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to ensure that projects meet their objectives, are completed on time and within budget, and satisfy stakeholder expectations by systematically addressing project requirements and challenges through established methodologies and best practices.
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The lesson on defining and planning a project teaches how to establish a clear project framework by outlining goals, deliverables, and tasks. It covers creating a scope statement, scheduling, budgeting, and identifying resources, along with managing risks and communication. The goal is to equip learners with the skills to effectively manage projects from start to finish.
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The lesson covers how to identify potential project threats, assess their impact, and develop strategies to mitigate them. It emphasises proactive risk assessment and response planning to minimise negative effects on project outcomes.
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Teams regroup to develop their project management plans
To excel in your Capstone Project, it's crucial to thoroughly familiarise yourself with the following modules. They provide the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for effective project execution. Mastering the content will ensure you're well-prepared to tackle project challenges and achieve outstanding results.
Develop a project management plan that also addresses how the project will be executed and market targeted.
Develop a Business Plan That Addresses Project Execution and Market Targeting: The project management plan will be assessed during the presentation based on three key criteria: First, the clarity and detail of the project execution plan. Second, the effectiveness of the market targeting strategy. Lastly, the overall presentation and feasibility of the plan will be reviewed, focusing on organisation, feasibility of financial projections, and professionalism of the presentation.
This lesson focuses on the essential aspects of project management: implementation, monitoring, and control. You'll learn how to effectively execute project plans, track progress through various monitoring techniques, and apply control measures to ensure the project stays on course. By mastering these skills, you will be able to manage projects efficiently, address any issues promptly, and achieve your project goals successfully.
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This lesson focuses on the essential steps for successfully completing a project. It covers finalizing activities, obtaining stakeholder acceptance, conducting reviews, documenting lessons learned, and properly archiving documentation. You'll also learn how to release project resources and communicate the project's closure. By mastering these steps, you'll ensure efficient and effective project closures.
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Team regroup to secure resources needed to execute your business idea, including:
To excel in your Capstone Project, it's crucial to thoroughly familiarise yourself with the following modules. They provide the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for effective project execution. Mastering the content will ensure you're well-prepared to tackle project challenges and achieve outstanding results.
This is an all-day session where teams will practically execute their project management plan. Each team will work on implementing their strategies and bringing their project management plan to life.
This session covers two key topics:
Learn the importance of establishing efficient systems and procedures to streamline operations and ensure consistency in your business activities. Understand the principles of good corporate governance and how to apply them to enhance accountability, transparency, and ethical behavior in your organisation.The group presentation will be based on how they set up systems, processes, and procedures, as well as the corporate governance of the project. Teams will be evaluated on their ability to implement these elements effectively in their project management plan.
Duration: 1 hour per team (including questions and answers)
Each group will present their project management plan execution, focusing on the following:
To excel in your Capstone Project, it's crucial to thoroughly familiarise yourself with the following module. It provides the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for effective project execution. Mastering the content will ensure you're well-prepared to tackle project challenges and achieve outstanding results.
In this module, participants will learn about:
The group presentation will be assessed based on the following criteria, with each criterion worth 4 points:
Scale:
4 points:
3 points: Effective financial management with minor gaps.
2 points: Basic financial management with noticeable gaps.
1 point: Poor financial management with significant gaps.
0 points: No financial management strategy presented.
Scale:
4 points: 100-80% of forecasted gross profit.
3 points: 79-60% of forecasted gross profit.
2 points: 59-40% of forecasted gross profit.
1 point: Below 40% of forecasted gross profit.
0 points: No gross profit calculation or figures presented.
Scale:
4 points: 50-30% of forecasted net profit.
3 points: 29-20% of forecasted net profit.
2 points: 19-10% of forecasted net profit.
1 point: Below 10% of forecasted net profit.
0 points: No net profit calculation or figures presented.
Scale:
4 points: 50-30% of forecasted return on assets/investment.
3 points: 29-20% of forecasted return on assets/investment.
2 points: 19-10% of forecasted return on assets/investment.
1 point: Below 10% of forecasted return on assets/investment.
0 points: No return analysis or figures presented.
Scale:
4 points: Positive cash flow from operating activities.
0 points: No positive cash flow from operating activities.
Learner will submit a project management plan within 7 days after the session. The project management plan will be assessed during the presentation based on three key criteria: First, the clarity and detail of the project execution plan. Second, the effectiveness of the market targeting strategy. Lastly, the overall presentation and feasibility of the plan will be reviewed, focusing on organisation, feasibility of financial projections, and professionalism of the presentation.
At the end of each quarter, a comprehensive review will be conducted to assess the implementation of the project management plan. The evaluation will focus on the following criteria, with each criterion carrying a maximum of 20 points. Points will be awarded based on the team's actual performance and achievements:
Scale:
4 points: Year-on-year revenue growth of 20% or more.
3 points: Year-on-year revenue growth of 15-19%.
2 points: Year-on-year revenue growth of 10-14%.
1 point: Year-on-year revenue growth of less than 10%.
0 points: No revenue growth or a decline in revenue.
Scale:
4 points: Profitability improved by 15% or more.
3 points: Profitability improved by 10-14%.
2 points: Profitability improved by 5-9%.
1 point: Profitability improved by less than 5%.
0 points: No improvement in profitability or a decline in profitability.
Scale:
4 points: Return on assets improved by 10% or more.
3 points: Return on assets improved by 7-9%.
2 points: Return on assets improved by 4-6%.
1 point: Return on assets improved by less than 4%.
0 points: No improvement in return on assets or a decline.
Scale:
4 points: Equity/total assets ratio improved by 10% or more.
3 points: Equity/total assets ratio improved by 7-9%.
2 points: Equity/total assets ratio improved by 4-6%.
1 point: Equity/total assets ratio improved by less than 4%.
0 points: No improvement in equity/total assets ratio or a decline.
Scale:
4 points: Significant improvement in cash flow from operations (e.g., positive cash flow increase by 20% or more).
3 points: Moderate improvement in cash flow from operations (e.g., positive cash flow increase by 10-19%).
2 points: Slight improvement in cash flow from operations (e.g., positive cash flow increase by 5-9%).
1 point: Minimal improvement in cash flow from operations (e.g., positive cash flow increase by less than 5%).
0 points: No improvement or negative cash flow from operations.
The lessons, the quizzes and the business tools come with your account. You do not buy them course by course, and you can work through all of them on your own.
R4 800.00 buys the facilitated week. That is five days with a facilitator, a syndicate to work in, a panel of assessors who mark your Friday presentation, and a certificate of attendance. The reading is the same reading - what you are paying for is being taught it, in a group, and being assessed.
There are 5 facilitated courses. You can take one, or take them all with the All Access Training Bundle for R19 200.00 - that is four weeks paid for and one free, a saving of R4 800.00. Buy the bundle
A course runs with at least 10 learners. We teach in groups because the work is done in teams, and a group that is too small cannot do it.
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Sign in to join the list| Skills Programme | Assessment Criterion |
|---|---|
| How to develop a business plan | Delegates will be assessed on their ability to identify business opportunities, conduct research, create a financial plan, develop markets, access financing, apply risk management, design learning programmes, implement business administration, manage logistics, identify stakeholders, and provide financial information during business plan development. |
| How to access markets | Delegates will be assessed on their ability to develop markets, identify business opportunities, facilitate access to financing, apply risk management, design learning programmes, implement business administration, manage logistics, identify stakeholders, and provide accurate financial information during the development and implementation of market access processes. |
| How to access business funding | Delegates will be assessed on their ability to identify and facilitate access to various types of financing mechanisms, such as national incentive schemes, grants, angel investing, and credit financing. They will also be evaluated on their skills in identifying business opportunities, conducting thorough research, operationalising strategies, creating comprehensive financial plans, and analysing industry trends. This process will guide them on how to effectively access business funding and leverage financial resources for business growth and sustainability. |
| How to manage business finances | Delegates will be assessed on their ability to provide accurate and up-to-date financial information about the business. This includes preparing and analysing balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and financial ratios. Additionally, delegates will be evaluated on their capability to identify business opportunities, conduct thorough research, operationalise strategies, create comprehensive financial plans, and analyse industry trends during the development of a robust financial management system. |
| How to manage projects | Delegates will be assessed on their ability to define and plan projects, apply risk management, identify business opportunities, develop markets, access financing, design learning programmes, implement business administration, manage logistics, engage stakeholders, and ensure fairness and accountability during project management. |
| How to implement systems and procedures | Delegates will be assessed based on their ability to implement basic business administration, control measures, non-conformance reporting, corrective actions, and the quality management system. |
| How to build a learning organisation | Delegates will be assessed on their ability to design outcomes-based learning programmes, facilitate learning using a variety of provided methodologies, conduct outcomes-based assessments, moderate outcomes-based assessments, and evaluate a learning intervention using provided evaluation instruments. |
| How to manage supply chain | Delegates will be assessed on their ability to manage demand, acquisition, logistics, production management and performance measurement. |
| How to manage stakeholders | Delegates will be assessed on their ability to identify key stakeholders, identify stakeholder management requirements, develop a stakeholder engagement process, communicate with stakeholders, and resolve stakeholder conflicts |
Delegates should demonstrate a thorough understanding, practical application, and comprehensive knowledge of the relevant study block topic. This includes not only grasping the fundamental concepts but also being able to apply them effectively in real-world scenarios. Additionally, delegates should exhibit the ability to analyse and interpret information related to the topic, showcasing their comprehension through thoughtful discussion and problem-solving. Their proficiency should reflect an integration of theoretical knowledge with practical skills, ensuring they are well-prepared to address challenges and leverage opportunities within the scope of the study block.
Each study block has been designed as an action-learning programme. Work schedules are planned and implemented as learning-from-work activities and learning-through-work activities. Group learning is recommended where participants map out their own learning schedule, which may exceed one year. Each of the 10 skill programmes are facilitated over a three to five day period. A delegate support workshop is scheduled after each theory, practical and workplace assignment to assist candidates in completing the module. Case studies that involves developing problem-solving, teamwork and decision-making skills and allows participants to learn by doing, applying what they have learned to a real organisational issue.
Syndication: Delegates are divided into groups of four to five people called syndicates. Each syndicate is responsible for preparing independent but related tasks. Based on the outcomes of the study block, teams will develop and carry out a real-world project.
Is the presentation well-organised and easy to follow? Are the key points clearly articulated?
Are the visual aids and materials used effectively to enhance understanding? Do they complement the oral presentation?
How well did the learners engage with the audience? Were there interactive elements such as Q&A sessions or discussions?
A winner (both practical and workplace) will be selected each day from Day 1 to Day 4 (If implementation spans more than one day, it will still be considered a single day, and the video presentation should still be 5 minutes.) based on the assessment criteria and the quality of the video submissions. Each video should showcase the participation of all team members in their respective roles, clearly capturing the day’s activities and addressing the specific assessment criteria for that day. On Day 5, an ultimate winner will be chosen. Rewards will be given to the winning teams, with prises varying according to the day's sponsors.
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