TRAINING COURSE ON DATA-DRIVEN DECISION-MAKING FOR PROJECT MANAGERS

Introduction

In the era of information overload, making the right decisions requires more than intuition. The Training Course on Data-Driven Decision-Making for Project Managers empowers professionals to harness the power of data analytics for smarter, faster, and more impactful project decisions. Participants will gain the confidence to interpret metrics, visualize insights, and apply evidence-based strategies to manage scope, cost, risk, and performance.

Through practical tools and real-world case applications, this course transforms project managers into data-savvy leaders capable of aligning project outcomes with organizational goals.

Target Audience

• Project Managers and Team Leaders
• Business Analysts and PMO Officers
• Portfolio and Program Managers
• Risk and Compliance Professionals
• Strategy and Performance Managers
• IT and Data Science Project Leads
• Professionals seeking data-driven leadership skills

Duration

5 Days

Course Objectives

1. Understand the role of data in project decision-making
2. Identify and collect relevant project data sources
3. Analyze and interpret key project metrics
4. Apply data analytics to project risk and performance
5. Use dashboards and visualization tools for communication
6. Translate data into actionable project strategies
7. Make decisions based on predictive trends and forecasts
8. Promote a culture of evidence-based project leadership

Course Content

Module 1: Foundations of Data-Driven Project Management

• Benefits of data-driven decision-making
• Common decision pitfalls and biases
• Key data types in project environments
• Data maturity and organizational readiness
• Linking data to project objectives

Module 2: Collecting and Preparing Project Data

• Identifying useful data sources
• Data quality, consistency, and validation
• Manual vs automated data collection methods
• Structuring project data for analysis
• Ethical considerations in data usage

Module 3: Analytical Techniques for Project Managers

• Descriptive, diagnostic, and predictive analytics
• Trend analysis and performance benchmarking
• Risk modeling and scenario analysis
• Time-series and cost estimation models
• Tools for non-statisticians

Module 4: Data Visualization and Reporting

• Using charts, graphs, and dashboards effectively
• Selecting the right visuals for different audiences
• Data storytelling for decision support
• Common visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Automating report generation

Module 5: From Insight to Action

• Turning data into project strategies
• Monitoring KPIs and adjusting plans
• Communicating findings with stakeholders
• Encouraging data-driven project culture
• Case studies of successful application

General remarks

• Customizable courses are available to address the specific needs of your organization.
• The participant must be conversant in English
• Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate of completion from Lenol Development Center.
• The course fee for onsite training includes facilitation training materials, tea break and lunch.
• Accommodation and airport pick up are made upon request
• For any inquiries reach us through info@lenoldevelopmentcenter.com or +254 710 314 746
• Payment should be made to our bank