How to support projects with clear structures and sound pragmatism, guiding them to success using effective methods

Pragmatic Project Management

In the “Pragmatic Project Management” training, you’ll gain a structured overview of the core principles and methods for successful project management, with a focus on methods and activities that deliver tangible value. You’ll learn how to effectively manage projects even under typical constraints and master project challenges in a goal-oriented manner.

This training enables you to:

  • Structure projects clearly and set them up with purpose
  • Apply project management methods appropriately and effectively
  • Lead project teams efficiently toward their goals
  • Identify typical problems early and respond appropriately

Modules

In this training module, you’ll learn the success factors for effective project management and the essential steps for planning projects effectively.

  • You understand the prerequisites, framework conditions, and KPIs for effective projects
  • You learn the tasks and responsibilities of a project manager
  • You learn methods to complete essential tasks before a project kickoff with all stakeholders
  • You confidently handle typical challenges such as unclear goals, limited resources, or stakeholder conflicts
  • You are able to communicate effectively and confidently about your project

In this training module, you’ll learn the goal-oriented, pragmatic application of project management to execute required activities and deliverables.

  • You understand how to effectively lead project teams with diverse team members
  • You learn how to confidently prepare and facilitate workshops
  • You learn how to address process-related requirements and problems in a customer-oriented way
  • You understand how to design project communication and documentation clearly and pragmatically

Learning Environment

You’ll learn in an interactive training format consistently designed for application and transfer:

  • Direct application of learned methodology, joint exercises, discussions, and reflection based on real project situations
  • Input and recommendations from trainers with many years of project experience
  • Use of field-tested methods and easily transferable tools
  • Exchange of experiences with trainers and other participants
  • Consistent focus on applicability in everyday project work

Service Package

  • 4-day in-person training
  • Digital training materials and work resources
  • UMS certificate of participation

Benefits

  • Clear guidelines and structures for your project work
  • Valuable and helpful methods instead of theoretical frameworks to manage your project
  • Present yourself as a confident, solution-oriented project manager
  • (Higher) probability of success for your projects

Coaches

Experienced UMS consultants and project managers with many years of practice in various project environments. They teach project management consistently with a hands-on approach and a focus on real challenges in everyday business. Our trainers only teach methods they actually use in their own projects.

Suitable for

  • Project managers and project team members
  • Professionals and executives with project responsibility
  • Employees who regularly work on projects

Particularly valuable if you

  • Often manage projects under time or resource pressure
  • Want to lead projects professionally, practically, and with minimal overhead

Prerequisites

  • No formal prerequisites
  • Recommendation: Experience working on projects

Certification

Upon successful completion of the training, you’ll receive a UMS certificate of participation “Pragmatic Project Management”.

Dates & Prices

Dates
Book
Module Dates
Module 1
09.11. - 10.11.2026
Module 2
30.11. - 01.12.2026
Time09:00 – 17:00 Uhr
LanguageGerman
Format Virtual Classroom
Live via Microsoft Teams
Camera & microphone required
CertificationWithout
Service Package
  • 4-day in-person training
  • Digital training materials and work resources
  • UMS certificate of participation
Training Fee 1.950,00 €
Total (excluding certificates) 1.950,00 €
Book
Module Dates
Module 1
01.02. - 02.02.2027
Module 2
08.03. - 09.03.2027
Time09:00 – 17:00 Uhr
LanguageGerman
Format Virtual Classroom
Live via Microsoft Teams
Camera & microphone required
CertificationWithout
Service Package
  • 4-day in-person training
  • Digital training materials and work resources
  • UMS certificate of participation
Training Fee 1.950,00 €
Total (excluding certificates) 1.950,00 €
Book
Module Dates
Module 1
19.04. - 20.04.2027
Module 2
24.05. - 25.05.2027
Time09:00 – 17:00 Uhr
LanguageEnglish
Format Virtual Classroom
Live via Microsoft Teams
Camera & microphone required
CertificationWithout
Service Package
  • 4-day in-person training
  • Digital training materials and work resources
  • UMS certificate of participation
Training Fee 1.950,00 €
Total (excluding certificates) 1.950,00 €
Book
Module Dates
Module 1
13.09. - 14.09.2027
Module 2
25.10. - 26.10.2027
Time09:00 – 17:00 Uhr
LanguageGerman
Format Virtual Classroom
Live via Microsoft Teams
Camera & microphone required
CertificationWithout
Service Package
  • 4-day in-person training
  • Digital training materials and work resources
  • UMS certificate of participation
Training Fee 1.950,00 €
Total (excluding certificates) 1.950,00 €
Book
Module Dates
Module 1
08.11. - 09.11.2027
Module 2
13.12. - 14.12.2027
Time09:00 – 17:00 Uhr
LanguageEnglish
Format Virtual Classroom
Live via Microsoft Teams
Camera & microphone required
CertificationWithout
Service Package
  • 4-day in-person training
  • Digital training materials and work resources
  • UMS certificate of participation
Training Fee 1.949,00 €
Total (excluding certificates) 1.949,00 €

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