This course provides executives and senior managers with a comprehensive understanding of modern project management principles, tools, and practices required to lead complex organizational projects. It covers the full project life cycle—initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closure—while emphasizing strategic alignment, risk management, leadership, and resource optimization. Participants learn to apply globally recognized frameworks such as PMI/PMBOK and Agile methodologies to drive organizational efficiency, manage stakeholders, and deliver high-impact results in dynamic business environments.

• Class Participation: Active contribution to discussions, case analyses, and group exercises.

• Assignments & Case Studies: Completion of written assignments evaluating real-world project scenarios.

• Group Project: Development of a detailed project plan including scope, timeline, budget, risk matrix, and stakeholder engagement strategy.

• Presentation: Formal presentation of the group project to demonstrate practical understanding of concepts.

• Examinations: Midterm and/or final assessment covering project management frameworks, tools, and strategic applications.

• Capstone Integration: Demonstration of how project management integrates with other EMBA subjects such as strategy, finance, and operations.

By the end of this course, EMBA participants will be able to:

1. Apply project management principles to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects effectively.

2. Develop strategic project plans that align with organizational objectives and business priorities.

3. Utilize project management tools such as Gantt charts, WBS, risk registers, budgeting models, and performance dashboards.

4. Lead cross-functional project teams using advanced leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

5. Evaluate project risks and constraints and apply mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.

6. Manage stakeholders through structured communication plans and effective engagement techniques.

7. Analyze project performance data to make informed decisions and optimize resource allocation.

8. Implement Agile and traditional project methodologies depending on project context and organizational needs.