Practical learning
designed for the public sector

Project Management Training

Strengthen project delivery capability in the public sector

Ashwick’s Project Management programs are designed specifically for government environments, helping teams build the capability to plan, manage and deliver projects in complex operating contexts.

Our programs focus on practical capability development, equipping participants with tools they can apply immediately to manage stakeholders, apply structured approaches and improve delivery outcomes across projects and initiatives.

Courses

Face-to-face or Virtual 

Duration: 1 Day

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Project Management – Practical Introduction builds foundational project management capability for staff contributing to projects in a public sector environment. The program provides a clear understanding of the project lifecycle, key concepts and practical tools, helping participants confidently contribute to project delivery and apply structured approaches in their role.

By the end of the workshop, participants will: 

  • Understand the role of projects in delivering organisational strategy and outcomes
  • Describe the key phases of the project lifecycle and associated responsibilities
  • Identify common project roles and core knowledge areas
  • Apply basic project management tools across initiation, planning, execution, and closure
  • Contribute effectively as a team member or subject matter expert in project environments

Tailored to your context 

Face-to-face or Virtual 

Duration: 2 Day

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Project Management – Fast Track to Success is an intensive program designed to build practical project management capability through hands-on application. Participants work through real-world scenarios to plan, manage and deliver projects, developing the confidence to apply structured frameworks, manage stakeholders and support successful project outcomes.

By the end of the workshop, participants will:

  • Apply project frameworks, methodologies, and knowledge areas to workplace scenarios
  • Initiate projects with clear objectives, scope, deliverables, and stakeholder considerations
  • Develop project plans covering scope, schedule, budget, quality, communications, and risk
  • Manage project execution, monitor progress, and respond to change effectively
  • Engage stakeholders and manage expectations throughout the project lifecycle
  • Close projects effectively, including handover, evaluation, and lessons learned

Tailored to your context 

Face-to-face

Duration: 2 Day

2 Day face-to-face only

Managing Operational Plans helps managers translate strategic priorities into effective operational delivery in a public sector context. The program focuses on developing, implementing and monitoring plans that align resources, people and activities, equipping participants with practical tools to manage priorities, support performance and deliver measurable outcomes.

By the end of the workshop, participants will:

  • Develop structured operational plans aligned to organisational goals
  • Identify and allocate resources effectively to support delivery
  • Engage stakeholders in planning and implementation processes
  • Define key result areas and performance measures
  • Identify and manage risks within operational plans
  • Monitor performance and assess progress against objectives
  • Address under performance and implement corrective actions
  • Report on operational outcomes and support continuous improvement

Tailored to your context 

Looking for more detail?

For a full breakdown of all programs, learning outcomes and detailed agendas, download our complete training catalogue. 

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