This course aims to provide SME business owners and managers with foundational project management knowledge. This will enable them to effectively manage projects through structured lifecycle phases and appropriate methodologies, such as the Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid methodologies. , The course will introduce practical tools to help SMEs to improve their project outcomes.
At the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand foundational project management principles applicable to SME operations.
- Understand the key actions required at each stage of the project lifecycle to improve project success.
- Evaluate various project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid)
- Apply project management tools to manage projects efficiently.
Programme Outline
Introduction to Project Management for SMEs
- Define what constitutes a "project" in the SME context.
- Identify why structured project management is valuable for SMEs.
- Recognise the key roles and responsibilities within SME projects.The SME Project Lifecycle
- Identify the five key phases of a typical SME project lifecycle.
- Explain essential SME-specific actions required at each lifecycle phase.
- Understand common pitfalls at each phase and how to avoid them.
- Activity: Lifecycle Mapping Exercise
Selecting the Right Methodology for your business
- Compare common project management methodologies: Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid.
- Determine the most appropriate methodology for common SME project scenarios.
- Evaluate pros and cons of each methodology.
Practical Project Management Tools for SMEs
- Select and apply practical project management tools suitable for SMEs.
- Use simple templates and checklists to initiate, plan, monitor, and close projects effectively.
- Identify common metrics which SMEs can use to track to ensure project success.
Training Methodology*
Workshop style with Practical SME Case Studies, Exercise and Discussion.
Closing Date for Registration*
12 July 2025
Intended For
SME Business Owners, Business Leaders and SME Professionals
Competency Mapping
Others = 3.50 Hours
Schedule & Fees
Date & Time
14 Jul 2025 (2:00 PM - 5:30 PM)
Fee (inclusive of GST)
SGD pricing -
For Members:
$ 163.50
For Non-Members:
$ 163.50
Programme Facilitator(s)
Clarice Tan
Venue
60 Cecil Street
Singapore 049709
Testimonial
Funding
No funding Available!
Programme Facilitator(s)
Clarice Tan
CA (Singapore)
Clarice believes that people are the catalysts of successful transformation. She has over 20 years of corporate experience, over 10 of it managing strategic transformation programs in APAC. She is a trusted partner to senior leaders, helping organizations achieve business agility and deliver outcomes-focused transformation.
She speaks at PMI conferences, lectures and facilitates training on agility and resilience, strategic financial acumen, and operational excellence. Embracing the agile mindset, Clarice promotes adaptability, continuous improvement to deliver value in dynamic organizational environments. Her approach cultivates resilience, empowering teams to navigate challenges effectively and achieve sustainable success.
Clarice’s credentials include certifications as a Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM), Prosci® Certified Change Practitioner, ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP), ICAgile Certified Professional in Agile Coaching (ICP-ACC), and ICAgile Certified Professional in Business Agility Foundations (ICP-BAF). She also holds a Master of Commerce degree and is a Chartered Accountant and Project Management Professional (PMP)®.
This course aims to provide SME business owners and managers with foundational project management knowledge. This will enable them to effectively manage projects through structured lifecycle phases and appropriate methodologies, such as the Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid methodologies. , The course will introduce practical tools to help SMEs to improve their project outcomes.
At the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand foundational project management principles applicable to SME operations.
- Understand the key actions required at each stage of the project lifecycle to improve project success.
- Evaluate various project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid)
- Apply project management tools to manage projects efficiently.
Programme Outline
Introduction to Project Management for SMEs
- Define what constitutes a "project" in the SME context.
- Identify why structured project management is valuable for SMEs.
- Recognise the key roles and responsibilities within SME projects.The SME Project Lifecycle
- Identify the five key phases of a typical SME project lifecycle.
- Explain essential SME-specific actions required at each lifecycle phase.
- Understand common pitfalls at each phase and how to avoid them.
- Activity: Lifecycle Mapping Exercise
Selecting the Right Methodology for your business
- Compare common project management methodologies: Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid.
- Determine the most appropriate methodology for common SME project scenarios.
- Evaluate pros and cons of each methodology.
Practical Project Management Tools for SMEs
- Select and apply practical project management tools suitable for SMEs.
- Use simple templates and checklists to initiate, plan, monitor, and close projects effectively.
- Identify common metrics which SMEs can use to track to ensure project success.
Training Methodology*
Workshop style with Practical SME Case Studies, Exercise and Discussion.
Closing Date for Registration*
12 July 2025
Intended For
SME Business Owners, Business Leaders and SME Professionals
Competency Mapping
Others = 3.50 Hours
Programme Facilitator(s)
Clarice Tan
CA (Singapore)
Clarice believes that people are the catalysts of successful transformation. She has over 20 years of corporate experience, over 10 of it managing strategic transformation programs in APAC. She is a trusted partner to senior leaders, helping organizations achieve business agility and deliver outcomes-focused transformation.
She speaks at PMI conferences, lectures and facilitates training on agility and resilience, strategic financial acumen, and operational excellence. Embracing the agile mindset, Clarice promotes adaptability, continuous improvement to deliver value in dynamic organizational environments. Her approach cultivates resilience, empowering teams to navigate challenges effectively and achieve sustainable success.
Clarice’s credentials include certifications as a Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM), Prosci® Certified Change Practitioner, ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP), ICAgile Certified Professional in Agile Coaching (ICP-ACC), and ICAgile Certified Professional in Business Agility Foundations (ICP-BAF). She also holds a Master of Commerce degree and is a Chartered Accountant and Project Management Professional (PMP)®.