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Intermediate CPD

Feasibility Studies and Business Planning

This intermediate 5 days programme provides professionals with a rigorous, practice-oriented grounding in Feasibility Studies and Business Planning. Designed for those working across the Project Management sector, the course combines established theoretical frameworks with current industry practice through expert-led instruction, structured case studies, and hands-on workshops.

5 daysDuration
IntermediateLevel
5 Days · 15 ModulesProgramme
YX-PM-005Code
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Course Overview

About this programme

This intermediate 5 days programme provides professionals with a rigorous, practice-oriented grounding in Feasibility Studies and Business Planning. Designed for those working across the Project Management sector, the course combines established theoretical frameworks with current industry practice through expert-led instruction, structured case studies, and hands-on workshops.

Participants will engage with the most relevant tools, standards, and methodologies used in Feasibility & Planning today. By the final day, delegates will leave with a clear personal action plan and the confidence to apply their learning immediately, contributing to improved performance, compliance, and competitive advantage within their organisations.

Programme Objective

Equip professionals with the knowledge, skills, and frameworks required to excel in Feasibility Studies and Business Planning, driving measurable improvement in Project Management performance and delivering tangible value to their organisations.

5 daysTotal Duration
5 DaysTraining Days
15 ModulesModules Covered
Max 20Class Size
EnglishLanguage
CPDAccreditations

What You Will Learn

11 key learning outcomes

01

Apply the PMI PMBOK framework and project management lifecycle to plan and control projects

02

Develop comprehensive project scope, WBS, schedule, and cost baselines using industry-standard tools

03

Apply risk management processes to identify, assess, and respond to project risks proactively

04

Lead high-performing project teams using motivational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

05

Monitor project performance using earned value management (EVM) and corrective action processes

06

Apply agile project management principles and Scrum methodology to appropriate project environments

07

Manage project procurement including contractor selection, contract administration, and performance

08

Develop project feasibility studies and business cases using appropriate financial analysis methods

09

Apply quality management principles and quality assurance processes throughout the project lifecycle

10

Manage project closeout including lessons learned, post-project review, and benefits realisation

11

Integrate HSE, sustainability, and ESG considerations into project planning and execution

Course Outline

5 training days · 15 modules · hands-on workshops

1
Project
Management
2
Schedule,
Cost
3
Risk,
Quality
4
Project
Execution,
5
Agile
PM,
Day 1

Project Management Foundations & Initiation

Establish the project management framework, governance, and project initiation processes.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Project Management Frameworks

  • PMBOK 7th Edition: performance domains and principles
  • PRINCE2: themes, processes, and tailoring for project context
  • Agile project management: Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe overview
  • Project management maturity: OPM3 and P3M3 models
Module 2

Project Initiation & Charter

  • Project selection: NPV, strategic alignment, and portfolio prioritisation
  • Project charter: objectives, scope, constraints, and assumptions
  • Stakeholder identification: register, analysis, and engagement planning
  • Project governance: steering committee, sponsor, and PM authority
Module 3

Scope Management

  • Scope definition: requirements collection and scope statement
  • Work breakdown structure (WBS): decomposition principles and dictionary
  • Scope control: change request process and scope creep prevention
  • Requirements traceability matrix: linking requirements to deliverables
Practical Workshop

Project charter development: teams write a project charter for a provided project brief, including scope, objectives, governance, high-level risks, and stakeholder identification.

Day 2

Schedule, Cost & Resource Planning

Develop rigorous project baselines using scheduling, cost estimating, and resource planning techniques.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Project Scheduling

  • Activity definition and sequencing: PDM and network logic
  • Critical path method (CPM): forward and backward pass
  • Schedule compression: fast-tracking and crashing with cost trade-off
  • Resource-loaded schedule: resource histogram and levelling
Module 2

Cost Estimating & Budgeting

  • Estimating techniques: analogous, parametric, and bottom-up
  • Cost baseline and management reserve: contingency and EAC
  • Life cycle costing: OPEX, CAPEX, and decommissioning costs
  • Cost control: cost account structure and change control
Module 3

Resource Management

  • Resource planning: skills matrix and team acquisition
  • RACI matrix: roles, responsibilities, accountabilities, and consultation
  • Project organisation: functional, matrix, and projectised structures
  • Team development: forming, norming, storming, performing, and Tuckman model
Practical Workshop

Schedule and cost baseline: teams build a fully sequenced schedule with critical path, resource allocation, and cost-loaded activities for a provided project scope.

Day 3

Risk, Quality & Procurement Management

Apply risk management, quality assurance, and procurement management throughout the project.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Project Risk Management

  • Risk identification: register, RBS, and expert interviews
  • Qualitative risk analysis: probability-impact matrix and risk ratings
  • Quantitative risk analysis: Monte Carlo schedule and cost simulation
  • Risk response planning: avoid, transfer, mitigate, accept, and escalate
Module 2

Quality Management

  • Quality planning: standards, metrics, and quality management plan
  • Quality assurance: process audits and quality reviews
  • Quality control: inspection, testing, and defect management
  • Continuous improvement: Kaizen, Lean, and Six Sigma in project context
Module 3

Procurement Management

  • Make-or-buy analysis: in-house vs. contract decision criteria
  • Contract types: fixed price, T&M, and cost reimbursable — risk allocation
  • Tendering process: ITT, evaluation criteria, and award recommendation
  • Contractor performance management: KPIs, meetings, and contract close-out
Practical Workshop

Risk register and response plan: teams build a detailed risk register for a provided project, perform qualitative risk analysis, and develop response plans for the top five risks.

Day 4

Project Execution, Monitoring & Control

Apply project monitoring and control techniques to maintain performance against the baseline.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Earned Value Management (EVM)

  • EVM fundamentals: PV, EV, AC, and BAC
  • Schedule performance: SPI and schedule variance interpretation
  • Cost performance: CPI and cost variance interpretation
  • Forecasting: EAC, ETC, and TCPI calculations
Module 2

Progress Reporting & Communication

  • Progress measurement: physical % complete methods
  • Project dashboard: KPIs, status, and trend reporting
  • Stakeholder reporting: tailoring content and frequency to audience
  • Issue log: identification, escalation, and resolution tracking
Module 3

Change Management & Control

  • Change control process: request, assessment, approval, and implementation
  • Configuration management: document control and version management
  • Integrated change control: impact on scope, schedule, cost, and risk
  • Lessons learned: capture during execution and after-action review
Practical Workshop

EVM analysis: teams calculate CPI, SPI, EAC, and TCPI for a provided set of project performance data and recommend a corrective action plan to bring the project back on track.

Day 5

Agile PM, Closeout & Leadership

Apply agile methods, close out projects effectively, and lead teams with high performance.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Agile Project Management

  • Agile manifesto: values, principles, and hybrid application
  • Scrum framework: sprints, ceremonies, roles, and artefacts
  • Kanban: visualising workflow, WIP limits, and flow metrics
  • Scaling agile: SAFe and applying agile to large engineering projects
Module 2

Project Closeout

  • Closeout checklist: deliverable acceptance, contract close-out, and demobilisation
  • Lessons learned: structured retrospective and knowledge management
  • Benefits realisation: post-implementation review and KPI measurement
  • Transition to operations: handover documentation and training
Module 3

Project Leadership

  • Emotional intelligence for project managers: self-awareness and empathy
  • Conflict resolution: styles, escalation, and negotiated solutions
  • Building trust: predictability, credibility, and integrity in PM
  • Influencing without authority: persuasion techniques in matrix organisations
Practical Workshop

Capstone project rescue: teams analyse a provided distressed project performance report, diagnose root causes, and present a recovery plan covering schedule, cost, risk, and stakeholder actions.

The course outline is indicative. Content may be adapted to reflect current industry developments and delegate experience levels.

Who Should Attend

This programme is designed for professionals across these roles

Project Managers & PMO Staff

Professionals leading projects or working in project management offices seeking to advance competency

Engineers Managing Projects

Technical professionals taking on project management responsibilities alongside engineering roles

Programme & Portfolio Managers

Senior professionals managing multiple projects and requiring advanced governance and EVM skills

Business Analysts & Change Managers

Professionals managing requirements, change, and benefits realisation on transformation projects

Project Sponsors & Steering Members

Senior leaders who need to govern and oversee project performance effectively

Aspiring Project Managers

Professionals preparing for the PMP® certification or moving into formal project management roles

Schedule & Fees

Upcoming public dates — enrol anytime

Jun
01
01 Jun – 05 Jun 2026
Dubai, UAE
Classroom 9 seats available
$5,950
per delegate
Jun
29
29 Jun – 03 Jul 2026
Live Online (Zoom)
Online 7 seats available
$4,950
per delegate
Jul
25
25 Jul – 29 Jul 2026
Singapore
In-House 9 seats available
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Aug
27
27 Aug – 31 Aug 2026
Houston, USA
Blended Only 2 seats left!
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Sep
27
27 Sep – 01 Oct 2026
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Classroom 7 seats available
$5,950
per delegate
Oct
17
17 Oct – 21 Oct 2026
Live Online (Zoom)
Online 7 seats available
$4,950
per delegate
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Accreditations & Recognition

This course carries internationally recognised professional credits

CPD Certified

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