This 8-session course provides project management training tailored for professionals in the manufacturing industry. The course will cover topics ranging from project initiation to closure, including risk management, execution and monitoring, supply chain integration, production planning, communication, and continuous improvement. The goal is to equip participants with practical tools and strategies to lead successful manufacturing projects that optimize resources, improve efficiency, and deliver quality products on time.

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Course Title: Project Management for Core Manufacturing Industries
• Course Description: This comprehensive project management course is tailored specifically for professionals in the core
manufacturing industry. Participants will learn essential project management principles and practices to effectively plan,
execute, and deliver successful projects within the manufacturing context. The course will cover a range of topics, from
project initiation to closure, and provide real-world examples and case studies relevant to manufacturing processes.
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• Course Duration: 8 sessions

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Course Intent
 Gain understanding of how to navigate the unique challenges and opportunities in project management within the core
manufacturing industry
 To get equipped with practical tools and strategies to lead successful projects that
 Optimize resources
 Improve efficiency
 Deliver quality products on time

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October 5, 2023 3
Session 1: Introduction to Project Management in
Manufacturing
Understanding the manufacturing industry landscape
Importance of project management in manufacturing
Key project management concepts and terminology
Overview of project life cycle in manufacturing

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October 5, 2023 4
Session 2: Project Initiation and Planning
 Defining project objectives and scope for manufacturing projects
 Stakeholder identification and analysis
 Creating a project charter and scope statement
 Work breakdown structure (WBS) for manufacturing projects
 Resource allocation and scheduling considerations

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October 5, 2023 5
Session 3: Risk Management in Manufacturing Projects
 Identifying manufacturing-specific project risks
 Performing risk assessment and analysis
 Developing risk mitigation strategies for manufacturing projects
 Contingency planning in the context of manufacturing uncertainties

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October 5, 2023 6
Session 4: Execution, Monitoring, and Control
 Managing cross-functional teams in manufacturing projects
 Implementing lean principles in project execution
 Monitoring project progress and performance metrics
 Quality control and assurance in manufacturing projects
 Change management and handling scope changes in manufacturing

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October 5, 2023 7
Session 5: Supply Chain Integration and Procurement
 Integrating supply chain management into project planning
 Procurement strategies and vendor selection in manufacturing
 Contract management for manufacturing projects
 Ensuring timely delivery of materials and components

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October 5, 2023 8
Session 6: Production Planning and Workflow
Management
 Aligning project schedules with production schedules
 Capacity planning and resource optimization in manufacturing
 Just-in-time (JIT) and Six Sigma principles in project workflows
 Balancing efficiency and flexibility in manufacturing projects

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October 5, 2023 9
Session 7: Communication and Collaboration in
Manufacturing Projects
 Effective communication strategies within cross-functional teams
 Collaborating with engineering, design, and production teams
 Tools for visualizing project progress in a manufacturing context
 Reporting to stakeholders and upper management

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October 5, 2023 10
Session 8: Project Closure and Continuous Improvement
 Closing out manufacturing projects: documentation and handover
 Evaluating project success and performance metrics
 Capturing lessons learned for continuous improvement
 Integrating project management methodologies into manufacturing culture