Course Overview
In today’s dynamic business environment, success relies on aligning portfolios and projects with strategic goals while fostering effective leadership and communication. This training course provides essential tools and insights to enhance portfolio management and leadership capabilities, whether you are a Project Management Professional, team leader, or executive.
The training course emphasizes key principles of Portfolio Management, focusing on strategic alignment, governance, and resource optimization, with a special focus on the PMO’s role in supporting decision-making, standardizing processes, and ensuring alignment with organizational strategy. It also develops critical Project Leadership and Communication skills, enabling participants to lead with confidence, build collaborative teams, and engage stakeholders effectively.
This training course will highlight:
- Aligning portfolio management with organizational strategies and goals.
- The PMO’s portfolio role in governance, resource allocation, and decision support.
- Developing leadership, emotional intelligence, and communication techniques.
- Managing stakeholder expectations and fostering team collaboration.
- Integrating portfolio management with leadership strategies for project success.
Course Objectives
This training course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage portfolios and projects in alignment with organizational strategy while developing leadership skills, emotional intelligence, and communication techniques to enhance team performance and stakeholder engagement. It highlights the critical role of the PMO in portfolio governance, decision-making, and resource optimization, providing practical insights into integrating portfolio management practices with leadership and communication strategies. Additionally, the course fosters strategic thinking, innovation, and problem-solving to drive success in project and portfolio management.
At the end of this training course, you will learn to understand the:
- Relationship between portfolios, programs, and projects and their strategic alignment.
- Role of the PMO in supporting portfolio management, including governance, resource allocation, and standardization.
- Techniques to manage portfolio risks and ensure effective governance.
- Importance of leadership presence, emotional intelligence, and communication in managing teams and stakeholders.
- Application of portfolio management principles and leadership strategies to real-world scenarios for achieving organizational objectives.
Training Methodology
This training course provides an interactive learning experience aligned with the outlined objectives. Using case studies, simulations, and focus group discussions, participants will gain practical skills for real-world application.
Each session features active participation through group exercises, role-playing, and collaborative problem-solving, focusing on portfolio governance, risk management, leadership, and communication.
By analyzing PMO practices and developing innovative leadership and communication strategies, participants will leave equipped with actionable tools to excel in portfolio management and stakeholder engagement.
Who Should Attend
This training course is ideal for professionals involved in portfolio and project management, leadership, and strategic decision-making, including:
- Portfolio Managers and Program Managers
- Project Managers transitioning to leadership roles
- PMO Directors and Team Members
- Senior Executives responsible for aligning projects with organizational strategy
- Team Leaders seeking to enhance leadership and communication skills
- Finance Managers involved in project investment decisions
- Engineers managing engineering projects and portfolios
- Professionals aiming to integrate portfolio management with effective stakeholder engagement
Course Curriculum
- Introduction to Portfolio Management
- Key definitions, objectives, and benefits
- Relationship between portfolios, programs, and projects
- The need for a portfolio approach to investment
- Transition from Manager to Leader
- Shifting from Project Manager to Project Leader
- Enhancing personal development through self-awareness
- Emotional intelligence in project leadership
- Effective Communication and Decision-Making
- How to make better decisions in both portfolio and leadership contexts
- Developing an executive-type presence and confident communication
- Strategic Context in Portfolio Management
- Aligning portfolio management with organizational strategy
- Key functions and coordination with strategic objectives
- Governance alignment and senior management commitment
- Leadership Innovation and Strategic Thinking
- Becoming a thought leader in project and portfolio management
- Expanding your strategic scope and fostering innovation
- Improving decision-making and problem-solving in leadership
- Expanding Communication Influence
- Techniques to expand your communication reach
- Leading teams with effective communication and empathy
- Portfolio Risk Management and Governance
- Portfolio risk management processes and techniques
- Risk drivers, metrics, and assessing portfolio maturity
- Senior management governance and alignment
- Building Strong Relationships and Teams
- Objective of project leadership and fostering team success
- Using mentoring to develop future leaders
- Cultivating conditions for team growth and performance
- Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
- Managing stakeholder expectations and ensuring effective communication
- Emotional intelligence in managing relationships within teams and stakeholders
- Roles, Documentation, and Delivery Cycle in Portfolio Management
- Roles and responsibilities of portfolio management
- Portfolio delivery practices and how to apply them
- Portfolio documentation and ensuring its effectiveness
- Leadership Presence and Communication Styles
- Body language for leaders: Matching message with non-verbal cues
- Conveying confidence in a warm and empathetic manner
- Six ways to make a positive first impression
- Ensuring Positive Team Dynamics
- Recognizing the value of developing future leaders within the team
- Committing to team results and client relationships
- Expanding your perspective to think in terms of team success
- Portfolio and Leadership Integration
- Applying portfolio management techniques to a leadership scenario
- Tailoring communication and leadership strategies for portfolio success
- Ensuring strategic alignment in delivery practices
- Real-World Case Studies
- Case study exercises for portfolio delivery and leadership challenges
- Identifying appropriate leadership and portfolio management practices in different scenarios
- Final review and Q&A: Addressing challenges in combining leadership, communication, and portfolio management
- Course Wrap-Up and Reflection
- Nurturing emotional quality and expanding perspectives in leadership
- Committing to continuous improvement and relationship management in portfolios
Certificates Awarded
Certificate of Completion
After successfully completing this training course, participants will be awarded The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion — a respected validation of their dedication to continuous learning and professional excellence. This certificate signifies that participants have gained the essential knowledge and skills required to make a measurable impact in their field.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we do. We provide tailored training courses designed to meet the specific requirement of larger group of individuals. These customized training courses can be conducted both classroom and online formats, allowing you the flexibility to choose you preferred dates and duration.
Please contact us at [email protected] to discuss your group’s training needs, and we’ll work with you to create a personalized training course that aligns with your objectives.
Yes, special discounts are available upon request if you have more than one registrant for a course. For further information please email us at [email protected]
We offer two convenient payment options:
- Bank Transfer – You can make payment via bank transfer. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an invoice with the banking details for the transfer. We would require you to supply a swift copy for us to confirm receipt of funds.
- Payment Link – Alternatively, we provide a secure payment link that you can use to complete your payment after your registration has been confirmed.
Upon receiving your registration details, either via email at [email protected] or through our online registration form, we will send you the following by email within 24-48 hours of registration.
- Joining Instructions
- Invoice/receipt (where appropriate)
There are two convenient options to register for a training course:
- Online Registration Form – Register for your desired training course by completing the online registration form available on our website. Simple click on the registration button or select your preferred dates and provide the requested information.
- Email Registration – You can email us your intention to register at [email protected]. Our team will guide you through the registration process and provide assistance you may need.
We understand that time zones may be different between our Senior Consultants and our delegates. Our standard online course timings (11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, GMT+4 – Dubai, UAE) may be adjusted upon confirming the programme. Our team shall communicate between the confirmed registered delegates and suggest a suitable course timing for all.
Our standard course duration for our classroom programmes is 6 hours per day while our online session is 5 hours per day.
Our training courses span across diverse industries, encompassing sectors such as but not limited to:
- Power & Utilities
- Oil & Gas
- Financial Institutions
- Government and Regulatory bodies
- Manufacturing & Production Industry
Our commitment lies in continuously refining and expanding our training course offerings to align with evolving industry landscapes. We encourage individuals to explore our website or engage with our dedicated support team for the latest information on available courses, ensuring access to the most pertinent and current educational resources.
Yes, The Energy Training Centre is certified and recognized by several prominent industry standards. Specifically, it holds certifications from ILM, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and the Project Management Institute (PMI).
- ILM (ID# 002398B) – This certification indicates that our training programmes meet high standards for leadership and management development, ensuring that they are designed to enhance participants’ skills in these critical areas.
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD) – Our recognition by CPD reflects our commitment to providing educational opportunities that support ongoing professional growth and skill enhancement. This accreditation ensures that our training courses are relevant and effective for professionals seeking to advance their careers.
- Project Management Institute (PMI) – Being recognized by PMI signifies that our training programmes align with industry best practices in project management. This certification assures participants that our offerings are in line with the standards required for effective project management and are valuable for those pursuing or maintaining PMI credentials.
These certifications underscore our dedication to providing high-quality, industry-relevant training that fosters professional growth and meets established standards. Additionally, we are actively pursuing further certifications and affiliations to enhance our offerings and ensure we remain at the forefront of industry best practices.
About Energy Training Centre
Energy Training Centre is a leading provider of professional development programs for the energy and public sectors. With over 15 years of experience, we have trained more than 50,000 professionals across the Middle East and beyond.
Our expert-led courses are designed to meet the evolving needs of modern organizations, combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications that deliver immediate value to your career and organization.
What Our Delegates Say
Real feedback from professionals who completed this course
The instructor has an amazing way of delivering the topic to those without a specialist background.
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The Energy Training Centre's Senior Consultant comes with a wealth of knowledge!
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