Objective

To develop a robust execution plan that captures the cost, schedule and resource requirements in the face of significant risk and uncertainty. The participant will be able to identify and address risks at the proper level using a comprehensive risk management process. The potential impact on cost and schedule is described using range estimates and mitigated through a contracting strategy that allocates risks appropriately.

TOPICS

Specifying Requirements

• Understanding Tradeoffs and Priorities
• Concept Evaluation and Selection
• Scope Development
• Value-Improving Practices

Creating the Plan

• Work Breakdown Structure
• Cost Estimation
• Organizing the Schedule
• Resource Allocation

Risk Management and Impact on the Plan

• Identifying and Specifying Risks
• Risk Management Process
• Range Estimates
• Impact of Risk on Cost and Schedule

Contracting Strategy

• Tiered Contracting Principles
• Risk Allocation through Contracts
• International Contracting Challenges
• Interfaces and the Contracting Quilt

Title:	Planning the Successful Project
WHEN:	April 23-24, 2012 October 11-12, 2012	(Select Date to Add to Your Calendar)
DURATION:	2-Day Program: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
FACULTY:	Mike Pappas, Prabhudev Konana, Britt Freund, Jim O'Connor
COST:	$2450 - Individual Course $13,800 - Project Management Certificate The program fee includes materials, lunches and breaks. Registration is not complete until payment is received.

Registration Deadlines

Early registration is encouraged. Class size is limited and may filled to capacity. We request registrations with payment at least three weeks in advance of the program start date.

To enroll online, please follow the link and from the Registration: Program Selection screen, choose pull-down option "Project Management" to start the certificate series. If registering for one class choose pull-down option "Open Enrollment". If you prefer, you may also enroll via e-mail, fax or telephone.

Continuing Education Units

Participants earn 1.4 continuing education units (CEUs). A certificate of completion will be presented from Texas Executive Education.