Managing Project Stakeholders and Communication
Projects succeed or fail on the strength of their relationships as much as their plans. This course helps project staff identify stakeholders, understand their interests, and communicate in ways that keep them supportive.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Identifying and mapping all project stakeholders
- 02Analysing stakeholder interest, influence and attitude
- 03Planning tailored communication for each stakeholder group
- 04Managing and shaping stakeholder expectations
- 05Handling resistance, conflict and competing agendas
- 06Building and maintaining stakeholder support over time
What you will gain
- Identify and map project stakeholders
- Analyse stakeholder interests and influence
- Plan communication for each group
- Manage stakeholder expectations
- Handle resistance and conflict
Who should attend
- Project managers
- Project coordinators
- Business analysts
- Team leads on projects
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 3 Nov 2026 | Johannesburg | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 16 to 17 Nov 2026 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 30 Nov to 1 Dec 2026 | Dubai | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 11 to 12 Jan 2027 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 8 to 9 Feb 2027 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 12 to 13 Apr 2027 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 21 to 22 Jun 2027 | Johannesburg | 2 Days | R10,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
Enquire about this course
Register your team or ask for a tailored in-house quote. We reply within one working day.
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- R10,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Field
- Project Management
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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