Project Recovery and Turnaround
Some projects reach a point where normal controls will not save them. This course covers how to diagnose a failing project honestly, stabilise it, and either recover it on a revised basis or stop it before more money is lost.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01How projects fail, and the signals that appear first
- 02Running a rapid diagnostic without a witch hunt
- 03Stabilising: freezing scope, spend and change
- 04Rebuilding a credible plan from where you actually are
- 05Resetting sponsor and stakeholder expectations
- 06Rebuilding a demoralised delivery team
- 07Knowing when to stop, and how to close down well
What you will gain
- Recognise the early signals that a project is failing
- Run a rapid, honest diagnostic without assigning blame
- Stabilise scope, cost and team before attempting recovery
- Rebuild a credible plan from the current position
- Reset sponsor and stakeholder expectations
- Judge when stopping is the right commercial decision
Who should attend
- Project and programme managers
- Project management office and assurance staff
- Sponsors and steering group members
- Consultants brought in to rescue delivery
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 4 Nov 2026 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 16 to 18 Nov 2026 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 30 Nov to 2 Dec 2026 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 11 to 13 Jan 2027 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 26 to 28 Jan 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 12 to 14 Apr 2027 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 14 to 16 Jun 2027 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 |
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.
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- R13,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 3 Days
- Field
- Project Management
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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