Growing need for project management in business

Thu, 19 Apr 2012

The project management profession is well suited to those that are looking for a challenging and diverse work environment. Find more about the attributes, skills, and qualities of a good project manager.

FTI’s newest courses provide multi skilling options for both project managers and business analysts

Wed, 11 Apr 2012

The latest training in business analysis and project management will be offered by Faculty Training Institute in May. The new courses will teach delegates to maximise project success and gain co-operation from all stakeholders.

Government launches operation clean-up

Wed, 28 Mar 2012

As part of governments aim to to ensure clean audits, transparency and improved service delivery “Operation Clean Audit 2014” was launched. The ultimate goal is to achieve clean audits in local government departments throughout the country.

First mobile project management solution on offer

Tue, 28 Feb 2012

The first Windows Phone application to connect to the Microsoft Enterprise Project Management (EPM) and PPM solutions has been introduced to mobilise and revolutionise project management in business.

State of the Nation address 2012: A victory for project management

Mon, 20 Feb 2012

Project management will play a critical role in national transformation as 'government strategies can only become reality when sound project management principles are used to move us from vision to action'. This is according to project management specialist MC Botha.

FTI restructures project management portfolio

Thu, 12 Jan 2012

Faculty Training Institute (FTI), South Africa’s market leader in business and systems analysis and project management training, has announced its intention to bring to market a completely revised and upgraded portfolio of project management programmes.

An important culture for the 21st Century

Wed, 25 May 2011

Project Management is not rocket science. It’s been around for centuries and its processes and disciplines are tried and tested. Yet it is surprising today to see organisations that don’t value the practice, or even more startling is to come across companies that don’t use it.

Be a project manager for life

Tue, 10 May 2011

Project managers need to be flexible enough to embrace change yet tough enough to withstand enormous amounts of stress and pressure says Project Management practioner Rolf Kuhnast, based on 35 years experience.

Measuring the success of project management training

Mon, 14 Jun 2010

The number and variety of project management training courses in South Africa has increased dramatically so it can be confusing to differentiate between cost and quality. Professor Derek Smith from Faculty Training Institute stresses the importance of assessing the effectiveness and value-added to the employer from any training taken.

FTI is Registered Education Provider for project management

Mon, 17 May 2010

It is now possible to complete the international Project Management Institute's training programmes through the Faculty Training Institute, after they received Registered Education Provider status from the PMI. Project managers who wish to write the Project Management Professional (PMP®) exam will benefit from a structured preparation forum and mutual network of support with FTI.

So you want to be a Project Manager?

Tue, 11 May 2010

So you’re thinking of becoming a project manager? It is a great career option, but do you really know what a project manager does? What kind of projects do they manage and what do you need to know in order to become a successful project manager? We have the answers.

UCT GSB offers project managers skills for new economy

Tue, 02 Mar 2010

Project managers should not engage in wishful thinking about returning to the way things used to be – in the post-crash world, mega projects are likely to be few and far between. The “new normal” for projects is smaller, faster and focused on what is essential with a reduced level of investment.

Shedding light: Myths of project management

Tue, 09 Feb 2010

As is the case with any concept that significantly influences trade and commerce, project management is open to scrutiny and is often peppered with very healthy doses of speculation. Project management expert, Wilma Roos of triVector debunks common myths that mystify project management.

Take a short course to become a project manager

Tue, 03 Nov 2009

Short courses in project management are available from a range of training providers, both public and private.

The fast track to optimum automotive operation

Thu, 20 Nov 2008

There is a revival in the application of project management as an approach to business operation in many local industries. There has been a matching growth in investment into project management. Bert du Preez from Eliance explains that the local automotive industry continues to lead by example.

Business school develops project management masterminds

Wed, 16 Jul 2008

The UCT Graduate School of Business (UCT GSB) is giving a new twist to a tried-and-tested business function this August with the launch of a course on strategic project management.