Course Information

Introduction

Change requests alter scope, schedule and budget. This course teaches practical steps to evaluate, decide and implement those requests. You will practice impact analysis, governance briefings and stakeholder negotiation. The emphasis is on repeatable tools and clear responsibilities. It is designed for projects where changes affect delivery or funding.

Objectives

1. Use a structured impact-analysis template to quantify scope, schedule and cost effects of a change request.
2. Apply a decision rubric to classify, prioritize and recommend approval, deferral or rejection of requests.
3. Prepare concise change-request packages for sponsors and governance bodies, including alternatives and trade-offs.
4. Negotiate and document agreed trade-offs with stakeholders, converting informal decisions into approved scope changes.
5. Update project baselines, plans and risk registers to reflect approved changes and track implementation performance.

Who Should Attend?

1. Project Managers responsible for delivery and scope control.
2. Program Managers overseeing interdependent projects and change impacts across a program.
3. Product Owners or Product Managers who manage backlog and scope decisions.
4. Business Analysts and Requirements Managers who draft and assess change requests.
5. Project Controls Analysts or Change Managers who administer governance, baselines and reporting.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.