PMF-FNPM: Project Management Fundamentals for Business and Support Teams

Project Management Fundamentals for Business and Support Teams is a 2-day instructor-led course designed for individuals with little to no formal project management background. Perfect for professionals supporting project-based work, this course builds essential knowledge to help teams manage projects more effectively and consistently.

Participants will learn a structured approach to project management using real-world case studies and simulations based on PMI’s PMBOK Guide 6th Edition. Through a blend of lectures, discussions, and hands-on exercises, learners will:

• Differentiate project work from operational work

• Understand the relationships between project, program, and portfolio management

• Recognize how organizational structures impact project environments

• Learn and apply the five process groups (Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring & Controlling, Closing)

• Gain an overview of the 10 knowledge areas, including Scope, Schedule, Cost, Quality, Risk, and Stakeholder Management

Beyond theory, the course emphasizes how good project management practices contribute to stronger communication, better alignment, risk management, and ultimately, better business value.

By the end of the course, participants will:

• Understand core project management terminology and frameworks

• Support projects more confidently and consistently

• Communicate and collaborate more effectively within project teams

• Recognize how their roles contribute to overall project success

This course also serves as a stepping stone for those who may pursue formal project management certifications in the future.

Ideal for business support teams, coordinators, junior project team members, or anyone new to structured project management environments.