Project Management for Research Administrators: What Is It and How Can It Support My Role?

Whether you are new to project management, have heard a few of the terms, or are a seasoned administrator looking to improve the ways you integrate your knowledge and tools to help researchers, we have you covered! This workshop includes:

• An introduction to project management basics
• An overview of a project life cycle and practical tools for research administrators
• An orientation to useful methodologies that support efficient administration of research projects
• Additional resources for those looking to further their project management skills and knowledge

Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify key project constraints and tools to help manage them
2. Recognize project management methodologies that support efficiencies in research administration 
3. Follow up to build their skills in project management with specific resources at U of T 

Key Takeaways

1. Project management tools and approaches are applicable to many undertakings, including research administration.
2. University of Toronto provides many resources to grow your project management knowledge, such as the School of Continuing Studies Foundations of Project Management course, LinkedIn Learning self-paced courses, and Centre for Research & Innovation Support workshops.