Project Skills for Engineering Managers

Project management skills will be examined from both an academic and an industrial perspective. High-quality speakers will explore what makes an effective project manager, both from a theoretical standpoint and through the use of specific example projects.

Engineers find themselves involved in various projects, often on an ad hoc basis. This one-day, interactive workshop will explore the necessary skills for successful project management and equip attendees with the practical tools to facilitate this. Run by recognised project management experts from academia and industry, this course is part of a well-established series of seminars exploring management issues. The content is designed to meet the requirements of individual engineers and their companies. The workshop approach will ensure you leave armed with a solid body of skills and knowledge. Attending this event will help you: * Understand the theory behind successful project management * Take away practical skills to benefit you and your company * Update on best practice * Improve project outcomes Technical Advantages * Benefit from the knowledge of experienced practitioners in the field * Grasp the fundamentals of project management * Develop practical skills in project management * Gain an understanding of the latest concepts and terminology * Improve your ability to manage a project on top of an engineering role * Add value to existing skills * Share experiences with other managers from across the industry * Find collaborators for future projects Who should attend Anyone actively involved in project management seeking to consolidate existing skills, and engineers moving into project management wishing to gain grounding in the subject. Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities If you have a product or service to promote you can enhance brand awareness through our range of exciting sponsorship / exhibition opportunities. For details of how we can tailor a package to suit your needs, contact Aman Duggal on: telephone: +44 (0)20 7973 1309 email: sponsorship@imeche.org Location: Aston University Aston University Aston Triangle Birmingham B4 7ET United Kingdom