Project management

In this lesson

1. 0:00 Leading and managing projects in strategy
2. 1:00 What defines a project
3. 3:00 Three main project constraints
4. 4:10 Barriers to successful project management
5. 6:26 ABC company case study
6. 7:23 How project management links to strategy
7. 9:15 Four stages of project management

About this lesson

You'll explore what defines a project, the three core constraints (cost, scope, and time), and the barriers that commonly derail project success—from unclear objectives to scope creep. The lesson walks through the complete project lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution and control, and completion. By understanding how projects link to strategy and how to navigate common pitfalls, you'll be equipped to recognise and support effective project delivery in real-world business scenarios. This content is relevant across CIMA's strategic modules, particularly E3 Strategic Management, where you'll encounter project-based strategic implementation questions. The practical framework—defining project characteristics, identifying constraints, and recognising barriers like inadequate planning and lack of management skills—directly supports case study analysis and strategic decision-making in your exams. The worked example of ABC company illustrates how to advise on overcoming implementation challenges, a skill you'll need for both objective test questions and longer-form case study responses.

Duration: 10m