PPMSI

Certified Project Auditor

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

1. Explain risk, risk appetite and risk culture, and apply qualitative and quantitative techniques to identify, analyse and evaluate project risks.

2. Plan and facilitate a project risk workshop and produce a prioritised risk register and heat map.

3. Diagnose the common causes of project failure and use checklists to test whether a project is set up to succeed.

4. Compare the PMBOK Guide 8th Edition, ISO 21500/21502 and Agile, and tailor audit work to the approach in use.

5. Plan and carry out a risk-based project audit: select projects, time involvement, assess risk maturity and identify residual risk above appetite.

6. Audit procurement strategy, tendering and contract award, recognising red flags of collusion, corruption and poor value for money.

7. Evaluate contract administration during delivery: valuations, variations, claims, bonds, guarantees and performance management.

8. Use critical path analysis and earned value analysis to assess schedule and cost performance and to challenge forecasts.

9. Audit handover, commissioning, completion certificates and post-completion reviews, and turn lessons into lasting change.

10. Apply the approach to IT projects and to business continuity management, including IT disaster recovery.

11. Write clear, evidence-based audit findings using the 5C format (Condition, Criteria, Cause, Consequence, Corrective action).

Students will receive a free PPMSI porfolio, project,program auditing tool – A single, beautifully orchestrated platform that walks audit firms from the first client enquiry to final close-out — twelve disciplined phases, three world-class reporting standards, and an embedded AI analytics layer. Project, Program & Portfolio Auditing — done with grace. Now updated for the PMBOK® Guide — Eighth Edition

What This Course Is Ideal For

■ Internal auditors, audit managers and heads of internal audit who audit projects, procurement and contracts

■ Audit committee and board members who oversee major capital, infrastructure and IT program

■ Project, programme and PMO managers who want to prepare for audit and build assurance into delivery

■ Procurement, contract management and commercial staff, including members of contracts and evaluation committees

■ Risk, compliance, governance and fraud prevention professionals

■ Finance managers, quantity surveyors, cost controllers and engineers who certify contract payments

■ External and public-sector auditors, inspectorate staff and development-partner fiduciary and monitoring staff

■ Consultants who supervise contracts or provide independent project assurance

■ Oil and gas operators, contractors and suppliers: project controls, contracts, procurement and national content staff

■ Petroleum sector regulators and Government oversight bodies

 

 

Project Management

Project Management Services

Our project management services assist corporate teams and organisations in planning, organising and delegating project activities from conceptualisation to deployment. Our certified Program & Project Management consultants set predetermined parameters to optimise project procedures.

Collaborate with Experienced PMs to Improve Project Performance

Whether you’re experiencing a staff shortage or need expert advice on running complex projects. We’re here to assist you. Use our contract staffing and consultancy services to find the perfect project manager for your office.

Our licensed consultants can help you set up Project Management Offices (PMOs) and restructure project planning to promote positive outcomes. They accommodate requests and ensure everything meets your initial project goals for each task.

These individuals handle everything from financial planning, budgets, time-sensitive schedules, and inventory checks to risk analysis.  Their extensive knowledge of agile and SCRUM principles allows them to identify deployment needs to ensure product delivery happens on time.

They equally focus on aligning corporate initiatives and objectives into the project plan. This way, your product team can focus on daily operations while you prioritise other revenue-generating needs.

What Do Project Management Services Entail?

Our consultants are certified by the world-renowned Project Management Institute (PMI).

Working with us allows you to expand your business capabilities through contract staffing and consultation instead of hiring someone new.  It’s beneficial because you don’t have to train certified consultants.  Instead, they will teach your company a thing or two about work culture and management.

The collaborative approach allows us to incorporate personalised solutions. These directly influence the decision-making process. It also equips your team with the knowledge, tools, and resources required to meet your needs without going over your budget.

Here’s what our consultants do:

Project planning

Stay ahead of your deadlines by setting definitive goals and time limits early in the planning process. Early intervention allows you to jump-start your project planning processes in future.

Project Distribution and Delegation

Despite popular belief, project managers don’t have to do everything themselves. Forward-thinking owners, entrepreneurs, and team leads delegate specific tasks to streamline the process.

Workflow and Processes

Our experienced Project Management Professionals redirect workload and streamline internal processes. They also maintain a meticulous record to ensure every crucial detail gets archived and documented.

Project Execution

Our consultants perform risk management assessments to mitigate cost overruns, delays, and a decline in quality. They strive to ensure everything goes smoothly to support maximum revenue generation.

Expert advice leads to more efficient, well-integrated, and profitable project development and deployment. In addition, you manage your budget better and are more likely to gain audience attention and customer acquisition because of the optimised project procedures.

Overall, it’s an excellent opportunity for your company to learn tips and tricks from seasoned project management professionals.

Are you interested in working with an experienced and licensed PMP?

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