Government Technology Conference West 2008

Project Management P4 Advanced Project Management – recertification Thursday & Friday, May 8 & 9 PDU Credits available for some classes. Please call 9:00 am - 4:30 pm 916.932.1449 for details. NOT TECHNICAL 2 days P1 introduction to Project Management $645 Early Bird / $695 Regular Monday, May 12 Has your PMI certification slipped? Are you looking for a 9:00 am - 4:30 pm convenient opportunity to brush up for the recertification NOT TECHNICAL test? This course is for you. It is targeted at certified 1 day PMP who wish to update their knowledge and/or im$345 Early Bird / $395 Regular prove their understanding of the new PMBOK (3rd ediThis course will provide a solid understanding of project tion) and prepare for the new PMP exam. management methods and tools. Gain practical experi- NOTE: This class will be offered if there are a minimum ence in project management techniques and discover of 12 registrants. valuable tools that you can use immediately. You will learn to manage each stage of the project life cycle, work P18 Taking Charge of Organizational Change within organizational and cost constraints, manage your Monday, May 12 project budget, and get the most from your project man- 9:00 am – 4:30 pm agement team. NOT TECHNICAL 1 day P2 Project Management – Planning and estimating $345 Early Bird / $395 Regular Monday, May 12 This workshop is aimed at all project managers who 9:00 am - 4:30 pm also must deal with organizational change. Regardless NOT TECHNICAL of whether it is small and localized or spread across an 1 day entire enterprise, change can impact every level of an $345 Early Bird / $395 Regular organization — and every project. This course reviews effective techniques for developing Join us as we discuss the challenges project managthe project work breakdown structure (WBS), project ers encounter in the face of unrelenting organizational schedule and project estimating. The course is targeted change. We’ll introduce you to a simple three-step at new and experienced project managers who want to model that shows you how to become a change leader improve their project scheduling and budgeting skills. within your organization. You will learn: A framework for taking charge of organiP3 Project Management – Scope Definition and zational change, how to become a change leader in your Management organization and how to leverage organizational change Tuesday, May 13 for positive outcomes. 9:00 am - 4:30 pm NOT TECHNICAL 1 day $345 Early Bird / $395 Regular Scope planning is the most important first step in any project plan. Learn how to accurately define project scope, create a work breakdown structure (WBS) that details all work components, and the elements involved in scope verification and scope control. Learn how to develop a scope management plan and develop the criteria to determine if the project is successful. Contract Management/Procurement P5 Procurement essentials Monday, May 12 9:00 am - 4:30 pm NOT TECHNICAL 1 day $235 Early Bird / $265 Regular The attendee will learn the proper techniques in procurement. Whether buying services or goods, the processes used may undermine your anticipated outcome. Industry experts will define the critical components, give you valuable real life experiences, and save you from making career challenging mistakes. A “Must Attend” for those who procure! P6 Contract Management: Creating and Managing Service Contracts Tuesday, May 13 9:00 am - 4:30 pm NOT TECHNICAL 1 day $235 Early Bird / $265 Regular Do you know if a service contract is right for your project or organization? Contract administration, negotiation, and enforcement all play a critical role in meeting organizational goals. In this class, you will learn how and when to use service contracts, as well as all the challenges they may present. The class will cover the details of service contract administration, negotiation, and enforcement. Learn from those that have spent over 30 years in the field. P7 Contracting for results: Contract Performance Measures Wednesday, May 14 10:15 am – 5:00 pm NOT TECHNICAL 1 day $235 Early Bird / $265 Regular Reaping results while controlling costs is every organization’s ambition. Many have failed to deliver anticipated results and they don’t know why. Learn important techniques for measuring contract performance, including how to structure the contract, important tips on how to monitor performance, and what to do if you see performance slipping. In this class, you will learn valuable tools which you can put to use immediately. This session completes the subject of contract management and the techniques and skills necessary to excel. E v E n t I n f o w w w. c a l - f u t u r E . c o m 9 http://www.cal-future.com

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Keynotes & Featured Speakers A World-Class Training Program Designed by Your Peers Career Building Training Job Critical/Career Building Training Training Program Concurrent Seminars See the Future: Products & Services Shaping the Workplace of Tomorrow 3 Easy Ways to Register Registration Plans See the Future: Interactive Pavilions on the Exposition Floor

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