Explore the essentials of digital tools in project management, learn to streamline workflows, and gain hands-on skills in planning, tracking, and collaboration using modern project management software across four intensive training days.
Course Overview Table
| Chapter | Details |
| Partner | University “St. Kliment Ohridski” – Bitola, Faculty of Information and Communication Technologies |
| Title | Digital Tools in Project Management |
| Service | Course |
| Target Group | Startups, SMEs, Project Managers, Team Leads, Business Professionals |
| Format | In-Person Training, Workshop |
| Focused on Key Technologies | Project Management Software, Collaboration Tools, Task Automation |
| Status | Ready to offer |
| Stakeholders from SME/PA Side | Project teams, operations managers, small business owners, consultants |
| Requirements for Participation | Basic computer literacy; interest in project management or team coordination |
| Estimated Duration | 16 hours |
Description of the Course
This 4-day course introduces the principles and practical applications of digital tools in project management, designed for individuals and organizations aiming to enhance their project planning and execution through hands-on experience and expert-led training. Digital tools are transforming project management by enabling efficient planning, real-time collaboration, and progress tracking. This course explores popular project management tools like Trello, Asana, Microsoft Project, and Monday.com, with applications in task management, resource allocation, and team communication across industries.
Participants will learn the complete process of managing a project using digital tools: setting up projects, assigning tasks, tracking progress, and collaborating with teams. Key topics include creating project timelines, managing dependencies, automating repetitive tasks, generating reports, and integrating tools with communication platforms like Slack or Microsoft Teams. Attendees will work on real-world projects, such as planning a sample project and tracking its progress using a chosen tool, to apply their skills.
Tentative Agenda:
Day 1: Introduction, project management fundamentals, tool overview, demo of software
Day 2: Setting up projects, task assignment, timeline creation
Day 3: Progress tracking, automation, team collaboration features
Day 4: Reporting, integrations, best practices, final project showcase
After four days, participants will leave with a fully set-up project plan in a digital tool, a solid understanding of project management software, and the confidence to plan, track, and manage projects efficiently while fostering team collaboration.
Additional Course Information
| Category | Details |
| Developed skills | Understanding project management tools; Task and timeline management; Team collaboration; Automation of workflows; Reporting and analytics |
| Learning Methods Used | Presentations, live demos, guided practice, Q&A, collaborative projects |
| References/Resources | Trello Guides, Asana Academy, Microsoft Project Tutorials, Monday.com Resources, PMI Project Management Principles |
| Overview Slides | [To be attached or linked separately] |