FPM 234 Training: Applied Leadership in Projects and Programs Training Course

Leading project and program teams in the context of Government acquisition is vital to success. This FAC-P/PM FPM 234 course provides the leadership skills to conduct effective negotiations and build the right teams using the project leadership model. Learning Tree’s FAC-P/PM training has been fully verified by the Federal Acquisition Institute (FAI). FPM 234 Training: Applied Leadership in Projects and Programs Training Course Benefits In this FPM 234 course, you will: Adapt contemporary leadership models to the needs of your agency and program. Understand the difference between leadership and management. Align government programs to agency goals with strategic thinking, creativity and entrepreneurship. Motivate teams to realize their full potential. Apply the fundamentals of modern negotiating techniques. Prerequisites Two years of program or project management experience within the last five years. Certification Information FAC-P/PM certification is awarded at the agency level, and requirements vary by agency. Applied Leadership in Projects and Programs Training Outline Introducing the FAC-P/PM Program Clarifying the FAC-P/PM initiative Describing acquisition reforms Establishing a culture of accountability Identifying program and career imperatives Module 1: Achieving Success through Organizational Teamwork Leading high-performing teams Establishing urgency Communicating a clear vision and strategy Turning strategy into action Communicating short-term wins across the organization Consolidating documents Working within your organization’s culture Improving organizations and teams Analyzing organizational frameworks Establishing Integrated Product Development Teams (IPDT) Developing the acquisition workforce Coaching for desired performance Evaluating employees through the appraisal process Module 2: Influencing Stakeholders Increasing project support Determining desired outcomes Applying influence techniques The power of influencing strategies Applying active listening and logic Relying on personal appeal Leveraging assertiveness and bargaining Module 3: Negotiating for Results Applying the Negotiating Framework Determining interests vs. positions Comparing relationships and desired outcomes Applying game theory Analyzing “The prisoner's dilemma” and “Playing Chicken” Establishing a culture of fairness Determining the Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement (BATNA) Applying BATNA Defining the zone of possible agreement Leading Negotiations Negotiating claims The Truth in Negotiation Act