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Course Overview
This Project Coordinator course equips participants with the fundamental knowledge and practical skills to effectively support project managers and teams. Focus is placed on setting up project documentation, tracking tasks, facilitating basic project processes, and utilizing common project management tools. This course is ideal for individuals seeking entry-level roles like Project Coordinator or Project Assistant.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the Project Coordinator course, participants will be able to:
- Understand fundamental project management concepts, lifecycles, terminology, and common methodologies.
- Set up basic project environments, including folders, communication channels, and introductory PM tools.
- Assist in creating essential project initiation documents and basic project plans (task lists, simple schedules, logs).
- Support project execution by tracking tasks, scheduling meetings, maintaining documentation, and facilitating team communication.
- Set up basic monitoring systems by collecting progress data and updating project logs.
- Support project closure activities, including organizing documents and contributing to lessons learned.
Curriculum
Module 1: Project Management Fundamentals & Environment Setup
Module 2: Setting Up Project Initiation Documents
Module 3: Setting Up Basic Project Plans
Module 4: Supporting Project Execution & Communication Setup
Module 5: Setting Up Project Monitoring & Tracking
Module 6: Supporting Project Closure
Module 1: Project Management Fundamentals & Environment Setup
Project Lifecycle & Key Terminology (Scope, Schedule, Budget, Risk, Stakeholder)
Common Project Roles & Responsibilities
Basic Differences: Waterfall vs. Agile Methodologies
Setting up Project Folders & Basic Communication Channels (e.g., Teams, Slack basics)
Navigating Basic PM Tools: Trello, Asana Basics, Simple Spreadsheet Trackers
Module 2: Setting Up Project Initiation Documents
Assisting in Gathering Information for a Project Charter
Identifying Key Stakeholders & Maintaining a Basic Stakeholder List/Register
Understanding Project Goals and Objectives
Module 3: Setting Up Basic Project Plans
Assisting with Work Breakdown: Basic WBS Concepts
Creating Simple Task Lists with Estimated Durations
Setting up a Basic Project Schedule / Gantt Chart (using simple tools/templates)
Identifying and Listing Obvious Project Risks
Setting up Project Logs: Issue Log, Risk Register Basics, Action Item Log
Module 4: Supporting Project Execution & Communication Setup
Tracking Task Status & Updates from Team Members
Scheduling Project Meetings: Sending invites, basic agenda preparation
Preparing Basic Meeting Minutes/Notes
Setting up and Maintaining Project Document Repositories (e.g., SharePoint, Google Drive)
Facilitating Basic Information Flow within the Team
Module 5: Setting Up Project Monitoring & Tracking
Collecting and Recording Project Progress Data (e.g., task completion percent)
Updating Project Logs (Issues, Risks) with items identified by others
Assisting in Preparing Basic Status Update Reports (using templates)
Module 6: Supporting Project Closure
Helping Gather and Organize Final Project Documents
Assisting in Scheduling Post-Project Review / Lessons Learned Meetings
Contributing Known Items to Lessons Learned Documentation
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Right For You
Participants enrolling for this programme will be required to have no prior project management experience is required, but good organizational and communication skills are beneficial.
Basic computer literacy, including familiarity with common office software (Word, Excel, email).
Access to a computer and reliable internet connection.
Requirements:
- Individuals seeking entry-level project management support roles (e.g., Project Coordinator, Project Assistant, Project Administrator, Team Assistant).
- Administrative professionals looking to specialize in project support.
- Team members who want a better understanding of project management processes to improve collaboration.
- Career changers aiming to enter the project management field.
- Recent graduates seeking practical project administration skills.
Prospective applicants who do not meet the programme requirement but want to join the programme should talk to a Career Advisor.
Key Program Features
Training
The Project Coordinator training approach employs hands-on learning, which imparts the skills required for specific job roles.
Certification
The Project Coordinator course identifies globally recognized certifications and then assists participants in obtaining them.
Internship & Projects
The Project Coordinator course provides up to 4 months of internship while working on real work projects, which adds expertise and verifiable work references in the resident country.
Career Development
The Project Coordinator course assists participants in securing a job through the development of a professional profile and job prospecting.
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This programme is designed for executives tasked with igniting innovation within their organisations, or who seek to create innovative solutions to a major challenge.
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- Send your name, phone no, email, training location, amount paid & proof of payment to fees@pistonandfusion.org
- Complete the enrollment form ONLY AFTER PAYMENT
- CASH PAYMENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED, ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE MADE TO THE COMPANY’S ACCOUNT.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Project Coordination involves supporting the Project Manager and project team by handling administrative tasks, organizing documentation, tracking progress, facilitating communication, and ensuring smooth execution of project processes. It's a crucial role for keeping projects organized and on track.
This course introduces basic concepts using simpler tools (Trello, Asana basics, Excel). Dedicated software training is usually separate or covered in more advanced courses.
This course introduces the basic differences (Waterfall vs. Agile) but focuses on the practical tasks common across methodologies at a support level.
It provides the essential skills and knowledge. Success also depends on demonstrating organizational abilities, communication skills, and potentially pursuing the CAPM certification.