Introduction
Project management has evolved from manual processes and basic software to intelligent, AI-powered systems that enhance decision-making, automate workflows, and predict project outcomes. Today’s project leaders must not only master traditional project management tools and techniques but also harness artificial intelligence to deliver projects faster, with higher quality, and at lower cost.
This course by Kincaid Development Center equips participants with skills to manage projects from initiation to closure using both conventional and AI-driven methodologies. Participants will learn how AI tools can automate scheduling, resource allocation, risk prediction, reporting, and performance tracking, while integrating with established frameworks like PMBOK, PRINCE2, and Agile.
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Participation.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Apply core project management tools and techniques effectively.
- Integrate AI-powered solutions into project planning and execution.
- Automate project reporting, monitoring, and forecasting.
- Use AI to identify and mitigate risks proactively.
- Align AI-enabled project management with organisational strategy.
- Evaluate and select AI tools that suit specific project needs.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Project Managers and Coordinators
- PMO (Project Management Office) Staff
- Business Analysts and Operations Managers
- IT Project Leaders and Digital Transformation Teams
- Consultants in Project Delivery and Process Improvement
- Entrepreneurs and Start-up Founders Managing Projects
- Government and NGO Program Managers
Course Outline
Day 1: Foundations of Project Management and AI
- Overview of project management life cycle (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, closure).
- Key PM methodologies: PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile, Hybrid models.
- Introduction to AI in project management – scope and benefits.
- AI technologies relevant to project work (machine learning, natural language processing, predictive analytics).
- The future of AI-powered project management.
Day 2: Traditional Project Management Tools and Techniques
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development.
- Critical Path Method (CPM) and Gantt charts.
- Resource allocation and management.
- Risk management frameworks and tools.
- Cost estimation and budgeting methods.
- Communication and stakeholder management strategies.
Day 3: AI-Enhanced Project Planning and Execution
- AI-powered project scheduling and resource optimisation.
- Predictive analytics for project delivery timelines.
- AI in demand forecasting and resource needs.
- Chatbots and AI assistants for team coordination.
- Automating procurement processes with AI tools.
- Real-time project tracking dashboards.
Day 4: AI in Risk Management, Quality, and Reporting
- AI algorithms for risk detection and mitigation.
- Predictive modelling for budget overruns and delays.
- AI-supported quality control and defect detection.
- Automated project reporting and data visualisation.
- Sentiment analysis for stakeholder engagement.
- Integrating AI into project governance structures.
Day 5: Implementing AI in Project Environments
- Selecting and integrating AI tools with existing PM systems (MS Project, Jira, Asana, Trello).
- Change management in AI adoption for project teams.
- Data privacy, ethics, and compliance in AI project management.
- Measuring ROI and efficiency gains from AI.
- Future trends: generative AI, autonomous project management.
- Group exercise: Develop a project plan using AI-enabled tools.
- Course wrap-up, Q&A, and certification.
General Notes
- The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.
- The participants should be reasonably proficient in English as all facilitation and course materials will be offered in English.
- Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a certificate.
- The training will be held at Kincaid Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments and lunch.
- All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
- Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training coordinator at Email: training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org or Tel: +254 724592901
- This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our Kincaid Training Centre or at a convenient location.
For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254 724592901 or send mail to training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org.
Payments are due upon registration. Payment should be sent to our Bank account before commencement of training and proof of payment sent to training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org.