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Non-certification course by Skillet

Project Management Essentials

Project Management Essentials teaches you the best practices in Project Management.

No payment and no commitment at this stage.

Gain essential knowledge and practical skills crucial for a successful in project management career

Advance toward becoming a certified Project Management Professional (PMP®)

Course overview

Project Management Essentials in Malaysia

Project Management Essentials teaches you the best practices in Project Management. We begin by answering fundamental questions like: What is a project? What are the key attributes of a project? What is project management?You will also learn why projects often fail, why scope creep happens, and how to manage project constraints, including schedule, resources, scope, risk, budget, and quality.We will explore the role of a project manager—understanding what makes an effective project manager and what their responsibilities entail. As a project manager, you must be familiar with the different process groups and the Project Lifecycle.The Project Lifecycle is made up of five essential phases: Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring & Controlling, and Closing. These phases were developed by the Project Management Institute (PMI), and the concept of the Project Lifecycle has evolved over several decades.This aligns with PMBOK 7 th Edition, which emphasizes 12 guiding principles and 8 performance domains. Mastering these phases helps deliver projects on time, within budget, and achieve your goals.Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this Project Management Professional Certification training is the perfect fit. We will introduce you to essential tools and guide you step-by-step to help you excel in managing projects.Our Project Management Essentials public class is available in Kuala Lumpur. For private groups, we offer in-house training at your location anywhere across Malaysia.

Who should attend

Who this Project Management Essentials course is for

Project Managers, Project

Project Managers, Project Coordinators, Project Expeditors, Project team members who want to improve their project management skills.

Junior Project Manager or

Junior Project Manager or Executives who are new to project management.

Project managers seeking

Project managers seeking a more practical approach to project management.

Functional managers

Functional managers and team members who are in leadership role in a project.

Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

  • Set up projects for success from the start, establish a strong foundation in project management knowledge, techniques, and tools.
  • Understand the entire project life cycle in alignment with PMI standards.
  • Manage project team members and stakeholders effectively.
  • Use essential documents and templates to coordinate tasks and ensure the successful achievement of project objectives.
  • Develop a complete project plan with clear goals, timeframes, budgets, and risks. Then, learn how to put that plan into action and make it work.
  • Discover how to effectively blend project management with everyday business operations in an organization.
  • Understand the impact of ethics, integrity, and objectivity on project management.

Course outline

Course outline

Course Outline
  • What is Project?
  • Project
  • What is Project Management?
  • Why do Project Fail?
  • Control
  • Project
  • Role of Project
  • Process Group – Project.
  • Influence
  • Identifying key
  • Roles of project
  • Project
  • Selection
  • Project
  • Project
  • Requirements
  • Core Project
  • Project management
  • Scope
  • Estimating

Teaching methods

How the course is taught

  • Case Studies: Analysis of projects and group discussion to identify best practices and lessons learned.
  • Simulations: Virtual or in-person scenarios replicating real project management situations
  • Workshops: Practical sessions where participants develop project plans
  • Group Discussion: Exchange of experiences and problem-solving together
  • Role-playing: Simulations of stakeholders meeting or crisis situations

Pricing and formats

Fees and class formats

All prices exclude SST.

Upcoming schedule

Confirmed public intakes

16 - 17 Nov 2026Public classNext intakeReserve a place
14 - 15 Dec 2026Public classNext intakeReserve a place

Frequently asked questions

Questions people ask before they book

General

Who is Project Management Essentials training for?

The Project Management Essentials training is a for people new to project management. It teaches the important parts of managing projects. It’s a good first step if you want to work in this.

Where can I take the Project Management Essentials course in Malaysia?

You can join our training in Kuala Lumpur, where we usually have face-to-face classes. If you have a private group, we can also come to you and teach at any location.

Is the Project Management Essentials a HRDC claimable course?

Yes, this is a HRDF claimable course.

Can I customise the Project Management Essentials course for my team?

Yes, you can. If you ask for a private group training, we can modify the syllabus to better fit your team’s needs, especially if you have a current project that can benefit from the training.

Is this a certification course?

No, it isn’t. The main goal of this course is to give participants the knowledge and skills they need for project management. It’s designed to help them be more effective in a project team.

How do I sign up for the Project Management Essentials class?

It’s simple! Just look at our schedule, pick the date you like, and register on the PM Essentials page.

What should I do after completing the Project Management Essentials course?

After this course, you can aim to become a senior project manager, or further your education by pursuing PMP certification to advance your career.

Ready to start Project Management Essentials?

Tell us which intake you are looking at and we will send the course outline, the HRD Corp claim details, and a quotation your company can act on. No obligation.