Canton of Vaud
Project Management Training in the canton of Vaud
A tailored in-company programme for managers and executives, built around real situations from organisations across Lausanne, Vevey, Montreux.
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Research projects, IT initiatives within the administration, product launches, international events: in the canton of Vaud, many managers lead projects without having hierarchical authority over contributors.
The Project Management programme in the canton of Vaud develops the soft skills of the project leader: framing, mobilising, communicating and delivering on commitments.
The challenges of project management in the canton of Vaud
- Mobilising contributors who have other priorities.
- Managing numerous stakeholders.
- Meeting deadlines and quality standards.
- Managing scope creep.
The programme in 6 modules
- Framing the project and its objectives.Learn to precisely define your project's objectives, whether an EPFL initiative or a Vaud public service, in alignment with the expectations of local stakeholders.
- Mapping academic, industrial and public partners.Develop your ability to identify and analyse the key players in Lausanne's academic, La Côte's industrial and cantonal administrative ecosystems, essential for successful collaboration.
- Mobilising without authority.Master motivation and influencing techniques to unite cross-functional teams, mobilising the necessary skills without direct hierarchical authority, a common reality in Vaud organisations.
- Running project meetings across Lausanne, Vevey and the Lake Geneva region.Acquire the skills to energise your project meetings, whether held in person in Nyon, remotely between Morges and Aigle, or in a hybrid format along Lake Geneva.
- Managing risks and unforeseen events.Anticipate and effectively manage the hazards specific to regional projects, from Swiss regulatory constraints to the logistical challenges of international events held in the canton of Vaud.
- Closing the project and sharing lessons learned.Structure the completion of your projects, ensure knowledge capitalisation and smooth transfer of deliverables to teams or administrations within the canton, guaranteeing the longevity of what has been achieved.
What the project Management Training in the canton of Vaud programme covers
The project Management Training in the canton of Vaud programme is designed for managers, executives and key contributors who want to turn project management into everyday practice. Content is built around real situations from your organisation rather than generic case studies, so that each session connects directly with the decisions your teams face in the canton of Vaud.
Core themes typically include: Alignement des parties prenantes; Communication transverse; Reprise en main des dérives. Each theme is adapted after a scoping conversation with your HR team and the sponsoring manager, so that the programme addresses the gaps you actually observe.
A method grounded in research and practice
Our approach combines short theoretical inputs drawn from peer-reviewed research, practical exercises, role plays and structured feedback. Participants work on their own cases, test new behaviours in a safe setting and leave with concrete commitments they can apply the following week.
Between sessions, short assignments help anchor what has been learned. A follow-up review a few weeks later measures what has changed in practice and identifies where further support is useful.
Who should attend the project Management Training in the canton of Vaud
The programme suits first-line managers, experienced team leaders, project managers and executive committees alike. Groups are kept small to allow real interaction, and the level of depth is calibrated to participants' experience.
Sessions take place on your premises in the canton of Vaud, in a rented venue or remotely, in French, German, Italian or English depending on your teams.
Expected outcomes
At the end of the project Management Training in the canton of Vaud, participants can name the key mechanisms at play, apply proven tools to their own context and assess their progress with clear indicators. For the organisation, the benefit shows in the quality of conversations, the clarity of decisions and team engagement.
Project Management training locations in the canton of Vaud
- Lausanne
- Vevey
- Montreux
In-company training in the canton of Vaud
Looking for Project Management training in the canton of Vaud? We come to your premises in Lausanne, Vevey, Montreux and anywhere in the canton of Vaud. Find Swiss Human Resources on Google Maps and call us to organise your training locally.
SHR — Swiss Human ResourcesEsplanade de Pont-Rouge 9A, 1212 Lancy
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Frequently asked questions
Does the programme focus on a specific methodology?
It is centred on human skills and compatible with both traditional and agile methodologies.
Is it suitable for occasional project leaders?
Yes, it is also designed for those who manage projects alongside their main role.