Classical Project Management Foundations Seminar · In-Person and Live-Online · 2 Days Classical Project Management. Start structured. Steer with confidence.
Those who lead projects without structured foundations lose time and overview. Brainbirds gives teams and organisations the Classical Project Management Foundations Seminar: from initiation to steering, available as an open seminar and in-house format.
Format
On-site · Online
Scope
2 days · 8 modules
Available for
In-house & individual booking
The seminar
Project Initiation. Planning. Risk Steering. Two days that put project work on a solid foundation.
Many projects fail not because of missing ideas but because of missing structure. Starting without foundations means losing time, overview and team trust.
The Classical Project Management Foundations Seminar by Brainbirds gives project managers and team members without prior knowledge the craft they need: initiate projects in a structured way, build realistic plans, identify risks early and involve stakeholders effectively. No prior knowledge required.
The Classical Project Management Foundations Seminar is available as an open seminar in Munich (Maxvorstadt) and Live-Online. Organisations can book the format as an in-house event: flexible scheduling, adapted to their own team structure.
Key outcomes
- Confidently understand classical project management: proceed in a structured way from initiation to steering
- Create work breakdown structures and plan resources realistically: keep projects on track from the start
- Identify and manage risks early: confidently handle typical pitfalls in everyday project work
- Sharpen your own role as project manager: take on responsibility clearly and involve stakeholders effectively
Your benefits
Trainers with Project Practice
All Brainbirds trainers have led projects themselves and know the typical challenges in everyday project work from their own experience. They share methods that work in real projects.
Entry Without Prior Knowledge
The seminar requires no prior knowledge. Participants learn all the foundations from scratch: structured, accessible and directly applicable to their own project everyday life.
Central Location in Munich
The open seminar takes place at the Brainbirds Training Center Munich: easily accessible, calm working atmosphere, professional facilities.
AI Playground Included
No separate module: AI is integrated into all PM exercises and available from day one.
Agenda
How the seminar runs
Grundlagen Projektmanagement: Einführung
Das Modul vermittelt die Grundlagen des Projektmanagements. Teilnehmer:innen lernen Projektbegriff, Erfolgsfaktoren und zentrale Logik kennen.
Contents
- Projektbegriff verstehen
- Erfolgsfaktoren kennen
- Eigenes PM-Verständnis schärfen
Learning goal
Teilnehmer:innen verstehen die Grundlagen des Projektmanagements und kennen zentrale Erfolgsfaktoren. Sie schärfen ihr eigenes PM-Verständnis.
Rolle und Haltung der Projektleitung entwickeln
Teilnehmer:innen reflektieren die Rolle und Haltung der Projektleitung. Das Modul zeigt, welche Haltung Projekte zum Erfolg führt.
Contents
- Rolle der Projektleitung verstehen
- Haltung reflektieren
- Wirksamkeit entwickeln
Learning goal
Teilnehmer:innen verstehen die Rolle der Projektleitung und reflektieren ihre Haltung. Sie entwickeln Wirksamkeit in der Rolle.
Projekte initiieren und Auftrag klären
Das Modul fokussiert auf die strukturierte Auftragsklärung und Projektinitiierung. Teilnehmer:innen lernen, einen sauberen Projektstart zu gestalten.
Contents
- Auftragsklarung strukturieren
- Ziele und Rahmen abstimmen
- Projektstart sauber gestalten
Learning goal
Teilnehmer:innen klären Projektaufträge strukturiert und stimmen Ziele klar ab. Sie gestalten den Projektstart professionell.
Projektplanung 1: Struktur und Ressourcen planen
Teilnehmer:innen lernen, Projekte strukturiert zu planen. Das Modul zeigt, wie Projektstrukturplan und Ressourcenplanung zusammenwirken.
Contents
- Projektstrukturplan erstellen
- Ressourcen passend planen
- Realismus sichern
Learning goal
Teilnehmer:innen erstellen Projektstrukturpläne und planen Ressourcen realistisch. Sie sichern eine tragfähige Basis.
Projektplanung 2: Zusammenhänge und Zeitplan erstellen
Das Modul vertieft die Projektplanung mit Fokus auf Zeitplan und Abhängigkeiten. Teilnehmer:innen lernen, robuste Zeitpläne zu erstellen.
Contents
- Abhängigkeiten erkennen
- Zeitplan robust erstellen
- Puffer sinnvoll setzen
Learning goal
Teilnehmer:innen erkennen Abhängigkeiten und erstellen robuste Zeitpläne. Sie setzen Puffer sinnvoll.
Projektumfeld und Risiken managen
Das Modul vermittelt Methoden zur Analyse des Projektumfelds und zum Risikomanagement. Teilnehmer:innen lernen, Risiken systematisch zu identifizieren und zu steuern.
Contents
- Projektumfeld analysieren
- Risiken systematisch managen
- Maßnahmen ableiten
Learning goal
Teilnehmer:innen analysieren das Projektumfeld und managen Risiken systematisch. Sie leiten konkrete Maßnahmen ab.
Projekte effizient gestalten und steuern
Das Modul zeigt, wie Projekte effizient gestaltet und gesteuert werden. Teilnehmer:innen lernen, Lean-Prinzipien im Projektkontext anzuwenden, Verschwendung systematisch zu reduzieren und Effizienztreiber gezielt zu nutzen.
Contents
- Effizienztreiber identifizieren
- Verschwendung reduzieren
- Lean-Prinzipien anwenden
Learning goal
Teilnehmer:innen identifizieren Effizienztreiber und reduzieren Verschwendung. Sie wenden Lean-Prinzipien im Projekt an.
Abschluss & Transfer: Ergebnisse sichern und verankern
Ein guter Abschluss verbindet Rückschau mit konkretem Ausblick. Teilnehmer:innen reflektieren die gesamte Lernreise, sichern zentrale Erkenntnisse, erstellen ihren persönlichen Transferplan für die nächsten Monate und vereinbaren klares Commitment.
Contents
- Gesamte Lernreise reflektieren und Highlights sichern
- Persönlichen Transferplan für die nächsten Monate erstellen
- Commitment und konkrete nächste Schritte vereinbaren
Learning goal
Die Teilnehmer:innen reflektieren die gesamte Lernreise und sichern Highlights. Sie erstellen einen persönlichen Transferplan für die nächsten Monate. Sie vereinbaren Commitment und konkrete nächste Schritte.
THE TRAINER TEAM
Who guides you.
Expert
Trainer and Coach for AI, Agile Project Management and Organisational Development
Benjamin SirvendTrainer / Coach at Brainbirds
- Benjamin is an expert in AI-powered project management, agile transformation and organisational development.
- Benjamin brings extensive experience as a freelance consultant and agile coach in project, process and change management across industries including banking, HR and management consulting.
- Benjamin guides teams and organisations at Brainbirds in agile project management with AI, Scrum and Kanban, keeping people at the centre of change projects.
- Certified Scrum Master and Product Owner (scrum.org). Certified Kanban Practitioner.
Open dates
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Answers about this seminar and booking with Brainbirds.
How up to date are the AI topics at Brainbirds?
We keep our content as current as possible — but currency alone is not enough for us. What matters is relevance: you should leave with new skills, concrete tools, and fresh inspiration that you can put to use in your everyday work straight away.
Can individuals book open seminars?
Yes. All open seminars are equally available to individuals and teams. Booking is done directly via the seminar page, with payment by invoice or credit card.
Can I cancel my booking free of charge?
Free cancellation is possible up to 21 days before the event starts. Cancellations must be submitted in writing, e.g. by email.
What are the cancellation fees close to the seminar date?
From 20 days before the event, a cancellation fee of 50% of the participation fee applies. In case of no-show on the first day, the full participation fee will be charged.
How long do the seminars last?
Most open seminars cover 2 days of learning time. Programmes such as Agile Coach or Scrum Master are multi-day formats that extend over several weeks.
Can I rebook to a different date?
Yes, one rebooking to another date is possible. Up to 21 days before the event it is free of charge; from 20 days before, a rebooking fee of 20% of the participation fee applies.
What formats are available?
Live online and in-person, with some seminars also available as hybrid formats. In-person seminars take place in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Do participants receive a certificate?
Yes. All participants receive a recognised certificate upon completion as well as a digital badge that can be shared on LinkedIn.
What happens if I cannot attend due to illness?
If you are unable to attend due to illness, you can arrange a new date for the same topic at no additional cost — simply submit a medical certificate.
Which companies are in-house programmes suitable for?
In-house programmes are suitable for groups of 8 or more participants. Brainbirds works with companies of all sizes in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Can I send someone else in my place?
Yes, you can designate a substitute at any time. Notification must be made in writing and incurs no additional costs.
What happens if Brainbirds cancels a seminar?
In the event of cancellation due to force majeure, speaker unavailability, venue disruptions, or insufficient registrations, all participants will be notified promptly. Cancellations due to insufficient registrations are communicated no later than 14 days before the event. Please note that travel and accommodation costs already booked cannot be reimbursed.
How are in-house programmes put together?
From a library of 225 modules covering leadership, project management, AI, and future work skills, Brainbirds selects the right content together with the client organisation.
What is the difference between open seminars and in-house programmes?
Open seminars take place on fixed dates and are aimed at individuals. In-house programmes are tailored to a specific organisation and can scale across any number of cohorts.
Will I receive a refund if the seminar is cancelled?
Yes, the participation fee will be refunded in full. Travel, accommodation, and lost working time are not reimbursed, unless the cancellation is due to gross negligence or wilful misconduct on the part of Brainbirds.
How can I pay the participation fee?
Payment is made by bank transfer upon receipt of the invoice, which is issued with the booking confirmation.
Can I pay the participation fee in instalments?
Yes, we want to make participation accessible to everyone. Individual instalment arrangements are available on request — just get in touch with us.
Do I have a right of withdrawal after booking?
Yes, you have the right to withdraw from the contract within 14 days of signing without giving any reason. Withdrawal must be submitted in writing by email. The right of withdrawal expires at the start of the first day of the event.