Education providers secure funding from a number of different sources. This can result in organisations having to manage a diverse range of projects concurrently, which places pressure on internal resources. Optima Training has been involved with the management of a wide range of projects, including nationally funded initiatives, regional development programmes and small scale technical projects, in the public, private and education sectors.

Areas of support provided

We are the ideal choice if you need to resource, accelerate or complete a critical project, particularly when your organisation does not operate a formal project management environment. Our activity encompasses:

Project Initiation Support

We work with management teams to establish key projects within challenging working environments. Establishing project protocols and processes, securing  support from stakeholder groups and ensuring project continuity are key aspects of our initiation support work.

Interim Management Services

We help you to respond to your changing business conditions, ensuring that key projects are not adversely impacted by unforeseen circumstances or staff changes. All work is undertaken in accordance with your existing processes and work methods, protecting your organisation until a long-term solution is in place.

Full Programme Management

We can work with your organisation on long-term programmes, from inception to completion, to ensure that projects are delivered within budget and schedule and adhere to any reporting standards that may be stipulated by awarding bodies.

Project Close-Down Services

On occasion, projects do go wrong. We work with organisations that need help bringing a project back under control or need to terminate programmes quickly and efficiently. We will undertake a project review to ensure that project closure criteria have been fully satisfied. We then work with you to define a release plan for the project deliverables, documentation, supplier contracts and resources.

All work is undertaken in strictest confidence.

Who is involved?

We have a strong team of project managers, each with specialist skills and experience. You will be assigned the project manager or team that is best suited to your own organisation and project.

What does it cost?

The costs involved will depend on projected timescales involved and the nature of the project environment. Before we begin working with you, we will undertake an initial consultation and submit a full proposal that details the project team, the scope of engagement and our fees.

How do we get started?

Before accepting any new project, we need to understand your requirements. The initial consultation is free, so contact us today to find out how we can help you.