Duration: 1 Day
Learn to use the project kickoff meeting to get everyone involved and focused on the big picture and the long-term goals of the project. Discover what you need to do to prepare for an effective kickoff meeting and what needs to be included in the meeting agenda. You'll also learn what to avoid in your kickoff meetings.
Virtual short courses do not include materials or headsets.
What You Will Learn
- The purpose and
benefits of kickoff meetings
- How to prepare for a
kickoff meeting
- Who to invite to your
kickoff meeting
- What to include in
your kickoff meeting agenda
- Tips for running an
effective kickoff meeting
Audience
PMP-certified project managers, IT project managers, project coordinators, project analysts, project leaders, senior project managers, team leaders, product managers, program managers, project sponsors, and project team members who want to continue to develop their skills and renew their PMP certification.
Prerequistes
Course Outline
1. Introduction
- What Is a Kickoff Meeting?
- What Is the Purpose of a Kickoff Meeting?
- Benefits and Drawbacks of Kickoff Meetings
2.
Preparing for the Kickoff Meeting
- Questions to Answer in the Kickoff Meeting
- What Do You Want to Accomplish with the Kickoff Meeting?
- Understanding Client Expectations
- Who Should You Invite?
3. Developing the Kickoff
Meeting Agenda
- Components
of the Kickoff Agenda
4. Running the Kickoff Meeting
- How to Run a Productive
Meeting
- Kickoff Don'ts
- Be Prepared to Lead the
Meeting
- Set the Pace
- Get Feedback
5. Following Up after the Kickoff
Meeting
Course Labs