FAQs – Agile Project Management

Instructor-led are registered trademarks of Agile Business Consortium Limited. All rights reserved. The APMG International AgilePM and Swirl Device logo, APMG International AgileBA and Swirl Device Logo, APMG International Change Management and APMG International Better Business Cases and Swirl Device logo are trademarks of The APM Group Limited, used under permission of The APM Group Limited. All rights reserved. Better Business Cases™ is a trademark of Her Majesty’s Treasury. All rights reserved. DevOps Foundation

AXELOS Peoplecert accredited training organisation for ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library). Project Management Essentials®

Guide”, “PMP” and “CAPM” are registered marks of Project Management Institute, Inc. Knowledge Train Scrum Essentials™, Business Learning Library (BLL)™, Business Analysis Learning Library (BALL)™, Agile Learning Library (ALL)™, IT Learning Library (ITLL)™, and Compliance Learning Library (CLL)™ are trademarks of Knowledge Train Limited. All rights reserved.

Knowledge Train is an AIPGF Accredited Training Organization. See all datesKnowledge Train Ltd is an Introducer Appointed Representative of NewDay Cards Ltd for the Newpay finance product provided by NewDay Ltd. NewDay Cards Ltd acts as a credit broker, not a lender. We will introduce you exclusively to Newpay finance products provided by NewDay Limited under this Introducer Appointed Representative arrangement. Finance available from other lenders is not covered by this arrangement. NewDay Ltd and Newday Cards Ltd are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (ref nos 690292 and 682417 respectively).

Successful project communication demands thoughtful adaptation to meet the specific requirements of different stakeholder groups. Match your communication style and delivery approach to the preferences and information needs of each audience. Executive stakeholders require brief summaries that cover high-level information whereas team members benefit from detailed information that focuses on specific tasks. The customised approach delivers information that is both relevant and actionable to each group through their preferred format. WHAT YOU WILL GET Balancing formal and informal communication

Our courses and workshops include: A comprehensive communication strategy requires the integration of both formal and informal communication methods. Status reports and scheduled meetings serve as

Certification exam(s) where applicable formal communicationSearch
Accredited training course materials channels that establish organisational structure and maintain accountability. Quick check-ins and instant messaging as
Expert, experienced trainers to support you informal communication
Course manual where applicable. methods build team unity while allowing for fast

information transfer SELF-PACED ONLINE TRAINING COURSES . Find the right mix of formal and informal communication to sustain professional standards and promote teamwork through open conversations.

Self-paced online training courses (e-learning) include: Leveraging visual communication tools

Certification exam(s) where applicable Visual aids
Accredited training course materials should be incorporated to improve understanding and boost engagement. Complex information becomes more understandable when presented through infographics together with charts and diagrams compared to plain text. Make use of
Support from expert, experienced trainers project management software
Latest educational technology. Request a quote that provides visual displays of timelines, workflows, and progress tracking information. Visual communication tools both enhance understanding and ensure your messages leave a lasting impression.

throughout the project duration. Create a TO HELP ORGANISATIONS IMPROVE project glossary

We offer solutions to help improve team performance including: to enable all stakeholders to understand key terms and concepts uniformly. Implementing standardised templates for regular communications will help emphasise essential information while building familiarity for recipients. Use simple language and avoid technical terms which could confuse or create distance with some stakeholder groups.

Consultancy services Addressing cultural and language considerations in global projects
Staff development Manage ConsentProjects that involve multiple cultures or languages require special attention to avoid communication barriers. Pay attention to the diverse communication styles and business customs present across different cultures. Translate essential documents when required and employ simple language to assist comprehension. Always keep time zone variations in mind when organising meetings and establishing deadlines. The development of cultural sensitivity will boost teamwork while minimising misunderstandings in diverse project settings.
Compliance training Tools and templates for project communication plans
Apprenticeship training To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Consenting to these technologies will allow us to process data such as browsing behavior or unique IDs on this site. Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions.Project management software with communication features
Custom e-Learning development Project management platforms provide strong communication tools to help you execute your strategy.

Asana together with Find out more Trello Functional and Microsoft Project

deliver tools for managing tasks and collaborating with teams. Choose CONTACT US FunctionalJira

Free and paid templates for creating communication plans A wide selection of templates exists to help you begin your communication planning process. Downloadable templates provided by professional organisations and Name project management

institutes are available at no cost. Consultancies and software providers offer paid solutions that deliver industry-specific frameworks for tailored needs. The templates usually contain sections dedicated to stakeholder analysis as well as communication matrices and schedule planning. Tips for customising templates to fit specific project needsEmailThe technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. Adjust project templates to match the specific needs of your project. Begin by pinpointing the main communication obstacles and essential priorities your project faces. Update stakeholder classifications to represent the unique groups within your audience. Change the communication channels and their frequencies based on your team’s preferences and the project timeline. Make sure you include all relevant company-specific terminology and reporting structures into your template. A customised template that you develop with careful consideration leads to a communication plan that better supports your project’s success.

Case studies Small-scale projectPhone The app development team at the

software startup Preferences created a strategic communication framework to guide their project. The team adopted a hybrid approach which incorporated daily stand-ups along with weekly email updates and a shared project dashboard. This communication strategy-maintained team coordination and provided stakeholders with continuous updates during development. The communication plan achieved its goals through the successful timely achievement of project milestones along with investor satisfaction expressed through positive feedback.How can we help? Large-scale complex project

Multiple regions experienced a global Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation by a

and stakeholder support which led to widespread adoption of the new system throughout all business divisions.OUR VALUES Enhance your skills with our expert-led courses

Our 6 core values are everything we do. They include:

Integrity
Diversity
Fairness Instructor-led
QualityThe technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user. Introduction to Project Management course
Innovation
Social responsibility £499 +vat

Guiding your team through change using the Satir change model

Introduction to the Satir change model Deny Request a quote

Satir change model.

Practitioner

Includes Foundation & Practitioner combined option.

P3O®Foundation

Learn the fundamentals of the P3O project management office.

Practitioner

Includes Foundation & Practitioner combined option.

Workshops

Introduction to Project Management

1-day workshop to learn the basics of project management.

Project Management Essentials

2-day workshop to learn how to manage projects without getting certified.

Writing Business Cases

Half-day workshop to learn to write robust business cases.

AI in Project Management

Learn how to use AI tools in everyday project work.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

BCS AI

Foundation

Learn the fundamentals of artificial intellegence.

Scrum Master

Choose Scrum Alliance or Scrum.org Scrum Master training courses.

Scrum Product Owner

Choose Scrum Alliance or Scrum.org Product Owner training courses.

AgileBA

®

– Agile Business Analysis

Foundation

Learn the fundamentals of Agile Business Analysis.

Practitioner

4-day course including Foundation.

Lean Six Sigma

Yellow Belt

Self-paced training course to gain LSS Yellow Belt.

PMI

®

PMI-ACP

Self-paced course to prepare you for the exam (exam not included).

Satir change model infographic.

BCS Business Analysis