Module 1: Foundations of Research Project Management

• The unique nature of research projects
• The research project lifecycle: from idea to impact
• Key roles and responsibilities in a research team
• Stakeholder identification and engagement
• Defining project scope, goals, and objectives
• Practical session: Drafting a project charter and defining project scope.

Module 2: Research Project Planning and Scheduling

• Creating a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for research
• Developing a project timeline and schedule
• Estimating and allocating resources
• Identifying project milestones and dependencies
• Using project management tools to create a detailed plan
• Practical session: Creating a Gantt chart for a research project using a template.

Module 3: Budgeting and Financial Management

• Principles of research budget development
• Cost estimation techniques
• Creating a detailed project budget
• Tracking expenses and managing project finances
• Financial reporting and compliance for funders
• Practical session: Building a project budget and a simple expense-tracking sheet.

Module 4: Team Leadership and Human Resource Management

• Assembling and onboarding a research team
• Assigning roles and responsibilities
• Building team cohesion and managing conflict
• Effective communication strategies for research teams
• Motivating and retaining team members
• Practical session: A role-playing exercise on managing a common team challenge.

Module 5: Data Management and Quality Control

• Developing a comprehensive data management plan
• Ensuring data security, privacy, and confidentiality
• Implementing quality assurance checks for data collection and entry
• Version control for data files and analysis scripts
• Best practices for data archiving and sharing
• Practical session: Developing a simple data management plan for a mixed-methods project.

Module 6: Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

• Designing a project monitoring plan
• Selecting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Tools for tracking project progress and performance
• Evaluating project outcomes and impact
• Writing effective progress reports for stakeholders and funders
• Practical session: Creating a basic monitoring dashboard using a spreadsheet.

Module 7: Ethics, Compliance and Risk Management

• Navigating the ethical review process (IRB)
• Ensuring informed consent and participant protection
• Identifying and assessing project risks (e.g., technical, operational, ethical)
• Developing a risk mitigation plan
• Compliance with institutional and funder policies
• Practical session: Identifying key risks for a hypothetical research project and developing a risk matrix.

Module 8: Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

• Developing a stakeholder engagement plan
• Tailoring communication for different audiences (e.g., academic, public, policy)
• Preparing for and presenting at conferences and meetings
• Managing media inquiries and public relations
• Utilizing digital platforms for project visibility
• Practical session: Writing a 1-page summary of a research project for a non-academic audience.

Module 9: Agile and Adaptive Research Approaches

• Introduction to Agile principles in research
• Iterative research cycles and "sprints"
• Adapting project plans in response to new findings
• Using Kanban boards or Scrum for task management
• Building flexibility into your research design
• Practical session: Running a mock agile "stand-up" meeting and sprint planning session.

Module 10: Project Closure and Dissemination

• Formal project closure procedures
• Archiving project documentation and data
• Lessons learned and post-project review
• Writing the final project report
• Planning for research dissemination and impact
• Practical session: Facilitating a lessons-learned workshop with a small group.

Here's What You'll Learn:

Requirements:

·       Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

·       Applicants must live up to Armstrong Global Institute admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

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