Project Management

PM20: Project Management in 20 Steps

This course introduces the Project Management in 20 Steps (PM20) methodology, a practical framework designed for humanitarian and development projects. Participants will learn the foundations of management, the unique nature of NGO project environments, and how PM20 compares with global standards such as PMDPro and PMP. The course then guides learners through the full project life cycle, from planning and implementation to monitoring, reporting, and closure, using clear, actionable steps. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the tools and structured approach needed to manage donor-funded projects effectively, ensure accountability, and deliver sustainable results in complex environments.
5 Lessons
English
Certificate of completion
Adel Salah

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PM20: Project Management in 20 Steps
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5 Lessons
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What You'll Learn

  • Understand the core concepts of management and their application in humanitarian and development project environments.

  • Develop practical skills to manage donor-funded projects effectively, ensuring accountability, compliance, and measurable results in complex contexts.

  • Explain the structure, principles, and components of the PM20 (Project Management in 20 Steps) methodology.

  • Analyze the differences between PM20, PMDPro, and PMP, and determine when each approach is most appropriate.

  • Apply the 20 steps of PM20 across the full project life cycle, including planning, implementation, MEAL, and project closure.

Course Content

6 Sections • 5 Lessons

Foundations of Project Management

Introduces core management concepts, humanitarian project characteristics, and the PM20 methodology. Learners understand key principles and compare PM20 with global frameworks like PMDPro and PMP for practical NGO application.

5 Lessons
What is Management?
25m
Management of Humanitarian & Development Projects
14m
Introduction to PM20 Methodology
15m
Comparison (PM20 vs PMDPro vs PMP)
13m

Project Planning (Steps 1–7)

Covers transforming proposals into actionable plans through workplans, recruitment, MEAL, procurement, spending, and risk management, ensuring strong foundations, coordination, and readiness for effective project implementation.

5 Lessons
Part 01: Project Planning
13m

Project Implementation (Steps 8–12)

Focuses on managing teams, coordination, supervision, and adaptive management. Learners gain practical skills to implement activities, engage stakeholders, and handle real-time challenges in dynamic project environments.

5 Lessons

MEAL & Reporting (Steps 13–17)

Explains monitoring, evaluation, accountability, learning, and reporting systems. Learners develop skills to track progress, generate evidence, ensure transparency, and meet donor requirements through structured and effective reporting.

5 Lessons

Project Closure & External Reviews (Steps 18–20)

Covers closing activities, external technical reviews, and financial audits. Learners ensure accountability, proper documentation, compliance, and capture lessons learned to strengthen future project performance and organizational capacity.

5 Lessons

Adopting PM20 in Nonprofit Organizations

Focuses on adopting PM20 within organizations, including tailoring the methodology to different contexts and building institutional systems to improve project performance, accountability, and long-term organizational capacity.

5 Lessons

About the Instructor

Adel Salah

Adel Salah

Business Development Specialist

10 Courses

More than 17 years of experience in proposal writing, project management, MEAL, and nonprofit leadership.