An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Portfolio Project Management & Leadership, Communication Excellence

Portfolio Project Management & Leadership, Communication Excellence

Course Overview

In today’s dynamic business environment, success relies on aligning portfolios and projects with strategic goals while fostering effective leadership and communication. This Portfolio Project Management & Leadership, Communication Excellence training course provides essential tools and insights to enhance portfolio management and leadership capabilities, whether you are a Project Management Professional, team leader, or executive.

The training course emphasizes key principles of Portfolio Management, focusing on strategic alignment, governance, and resource optimization, with a special focus on the PMO’s role in supporting decision-making, standardizing processes, and ensuring alignment with organizational strategy. It also develops critical Project Leadership and Communication skills, enabling participants to lead with confidence, build collaborative teams, and engage stakeholders effectively.

This GLOMACS training course will highlight:

  • Aligning portfolio management with organizational strategies and goals.
  • The PMO’s portfolio role in governance, resource allocation, and decision support.
  • Developing leadership, emotional intelligence, and communication techniques.
  • Managing stakeholder expectations and fostering team collaboration.
  • Integrating portfolio management with leadership strategies for project success.

Training Objectives

This Portfolio Project Management & Leadership, Communication Excellence training course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage portfolios and projects in alignment with organizational strategy while developing leadership skills, emotional intelligence, and communication techniques to enhance team performance and stakeholder engagement. It highlights the critical role of the PMO in portfolio governance, decision-making, and resource optimization, providing practical insights into integrating portfolio management practices with leadership and communication strategies. Additionally, the training course fosters strategic thinking, innovation, and problem-solving to drive success in project and portfolio management.

At the end of this training course, you will learn to understand the:

  • Relationship between portfolios, programs, and projects and their strategic alignment.
  • Role of the PMO in supporting portfolio management, including governance, resource allocation, and standardization.
  • Techniques to manage portfolio risks and ensure effective governance.
  • Importance of leadership presence, emotional intelligence, and communication in managing teams and stakeholders.
  • Application of portfolio management principles and leadership strategies to real-world scenarios for achieving organizational objectives.

Who should Attend?

This GLOMACS training course is ideal for professionals involved in portfolio and project management, leadership, and strategic decision-making, including:

  • Portfolio Managers and Program Managers
  • Project Managers transitioning to leadership roles
  • PMO Directors and Team Members
  • Senior Executives responsible for aligning projects with organizational strategy
  • Team Leaders seeking to enhance leadership and communication skills
  • Finance Managers involved in project investment decisions
  • Engineers managing engineering projects and portfolios
  • Professionals aiming to integrate portfolio management with effective stakeholder engagement

About Saudi Glomacs

At Saudi GLOMACS, we specialize in delivering world-class training courses in Saudi Arabia and across various international locations. Our training courses are tailored to meet the unique demands of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program, focusing on empowering Saudi citizens and enhancing workforce skills. We offer diverse courses spanning leadership, management, engineering, and technical disciplines to cultivate expertise and drive professional growth. Our flexible learning options—whether in-person, online, or in-house—ensure accessibility and convenience for individuals and organizations alike.

With over 30+ years of experience through the GLOMACS global network, we are committed to delivering innovative, results-driven training solutions. Our expert instructors combine industry knowledge with dynamic teaching methods, fostering practical skill development and long-term career success. By choosing Saudi GLOMACS, you're investing in personal excellence and contributing to the Kingdom’s sustainable economic growth and vision-driven transformation.

Training Outline

DAY 1: Introduction to Portfolio Management and Leadership Essentials
  • Introduction to Portfolio Management
    • Key definitions, objectives, and benefits
    • Relationship between portfolios, programs, and projects
    • The need for a portfolio approach to investment
  • Transition from Manager to Leader
    • Shifting from Project Manager to Project Leader
    • Enhancing personal development through self-awareness
    • Emotional intelligence in project leadership
  • Effective Communication and Decision-Making
    • How to make better decisions in both portfolio and leadership contexts
    • Developing an executive-type presence and confident communication
DAY 2: Strategic Alignment and Expanding Leadership Scope
  • Strategic Context in Portfolio Management
    • Aligning portfolio management with organizational strategy
    • Key functions and coordination with strategic objectives
    • Governance alignment and senior management commitment
  • Leadership Innovation and Strategic Thinking
    • Becoming a thought leader in project and portfolio management
    • Expanding your strategic scope and fostering innovation
    • Improving decision-making and problem-solving in leadership
  • Expanding Communication Influence
    • Techniques to expand your communication reach
    • Leading teams with effective communication and empathy
DAY 3: People Management, Relationships, and Portfolio Governance
  • Portfolio Risk Management and Governance
    • Portfolio risk management processes and techniques
    • Risk drivers, metrics, and assessing portfolio maturity
    • Senior management governance and alignment
  • Building Strong Relationships and Teams
    • Objective of project leadership and fostering team success
    • Using mentoring to develop future leaders
    • Cultivating conditions for team growth and performance
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
    • Managing stakeholder expectations and ensuring effective communication
    • Emotional intelligence in managing relationships within teams and stakeholders
DAY 4: Advanced Leadership, Communication, and Portfolio Delivery Practices
  • Roles, Documentation, and Delivery Cycle in Portfolio Management
    • Roles and responsibilities of portfolio management
    • Portfolio delivery practices and how to apply them
    • Portfolio documentation and ensuring its effectiveness
  • Leadership Presence and Communication Styles
    • Body language for leaders: Matching message with non-verbal cues
    • Conveying confidence in a warm and empathetic manner
    • Six ways to make a positive first impression
  • Ensuring Positive Team Dynamics
    • Recognizing the value of developing future leaders within the team
    • Committing to team results and client relationships
    • Expanding your perspective to think in terms of team success
DAY 5: Putting It All Together: Application and Case Studies
  • Portfolio and Leadership Integration
    • Applying portfolio management techniques to a leadership scenario
    • Tailoring communication and leadership strategies for portfolio success
    • Ensuring strategic alignment in delivery practices
  • Real-World Case Studies
    • Case study exercises for portfolio delivery and leadership challenges
    • Identifying appropriate leadership and portfolio management practices in different scenarios
    • Final review and Q&A: Addressing challenges in combining leadership, communication, and portfolio management
  • Course Wrap-Up and Reflection
    • Nurturing emotional quality and expanding perspectives in leadership
    • Committing to continuous improvement and relationship management in portfolios
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) : In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
Accreditation

GLOMACS is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. NASBA have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org.

All Training Seminars delivered by GLOMACS by default are eligible for CPE Credit.

Providers and Associations

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Venue: Dubai - UAE
Fee: US $5,950
Date: 10-14 Feb 2025
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