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    What Project Management Fundamentals Training in Japan CoversUntitledA Practical Foundation for Every Project Role

    Project Management Fundamentals (PMF) training is a foundation-level programme that teaches the essential principles, processes and tools for managing projects across the full lifecycle, from initiation and planning through execution and monitoring to closure. Delivered as Project Management Fundamentals training in Japan over two days (16 hours), it gives you a structured, method-neutral grounding you can apply from your very next project. The course suits aspiring project managers, team leaders, co-ordinators and any professional whose work supports projects. You explore predictive (plan-based) methodologies, Agile frameworks and business-analysis approaches, so you understand how modern projects are shaped, governed and delivered. Learning is reinforced through interactive discussions, hands-on exercises and retrospective sessions rather than rote theory. As Japan accelerates digital transformation and large-scale infrastructure delivery, employers increasingly value people who can manage scope, schedule, cost and risk with discipline. Start building that capability with Invensis Learning and receive a course completion certificate on finishing the programme.

    What Project Management Fundamentals Training in Japan CoversA Practical Foundation for Every Project Role

    Project Management Fundamentals (PMF) training is a foundation-level programme that teaches the essential principles, processes and tools for managing projects across the full lifecycle, from initiation and planning through execution and monitoring to closure. Delivered as Project Management Fundamentals training in Japan over two days (16 hours), it gives you a structured, method-neutral grounding you can apply from your very next project.

    The course suits aspiring project managers, team leaders, co-ordinators and any professional whose work supports projects. You explore predictive (plan-based) methodologies, Agile frameworks and business-analysis approaches, so you understand how modern projects are shaped, governed and delivered. Learning is reinforced through interactive discussions, hands-on exercises and retrospective sessions rather than rote theory.

    As Japan accelerates digital transformation and large-scale infrastructure delivery, employers increasingly value people who can manage scope, schedule, cost and risk with discipline. Start building that capability with Invensis Learning and receive a course completion certificate on finishing the programme.

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    Key Highlightsof the Project Management Fundamentals Training Course

    End-to-End Skill Development

    • Structured Project Management Fundamentals training in Japan is designed to help learners understand core project management concepts, lifecycle phases, and delivery frameworks covered in the program through an instructor-led Project Management Fundamentals training experience
    • Course content aligned with current industry expectations, real-world project delivery requirements, and practical learning objectives for Japan professionals
    • Real-world examples and scenario-based learning to help learners connect project management principles with everyday workplace situations
    • Guided learning support to help participants strengthen understanding, improve confidence, and apply project management fundamentals effectively in their roles through a structured Project Management Fundamentals training program

    Structured Courseware and Learning Resources

    • Access to organized course materials including project charter templates, WBS guides, risk registers, stakeholder analysis worksheets, and communication plan templates designed to support step-by-step learning in a Project Management Fundamentals course online
    • Topic-wise learning resources, exercises, and knowledge checks to reinforce understanding of project planning, risk management, and project closure
    • Practice activities, assignments, and scenario-based exercises to help learners apply project management tools in realistic delivery situations
    • Supplementary learning aids such as milestone trackers, budget worksheets, change logs, and Agile release planning guides

    Instructor-Led, Practical Learning Experience

    • Live interactive sessions delivered by experienced project management practitioners with hands-on domain expertise across IT, operations, and business sectors
    • Real-world examples, case discussions, and applied project planning exercises to improve practical understanding of project management fundamentals
    • Opportunities to ask questions, clarify doubts, and participate in trainer-led discussions on planning, stakeholder management, and risk analysis
    • Training approach focused on helping learners use project management principles confidently at work, not just complete the course content

    Flexible Learning Support in the Japan

    • Instructor-led training formats available for individual learners and corporate teams across the Japan
    • Options include live virtual classroom training, onsite training, and customized group training depending on availability and organizational requirements
    • Learning support designed to help participants stay on track before, during, and after the Project Management Fundamentals training
    • Additional revision and post-training support may be available based on the selected course format

    Learn the Core Concepts Covered in the Course

    • Understand project, program, and portfolio distinctions, constraints, lifecycles, business case development, and benefits management
    • Learn organizational structures, governance frameworks, PMO roles, and how environmental factors influence project delivery
    • Explore the full project management cycle from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, control, and formal closure
    • Build foundational knowledge of Agile projects, release planning, and Scrum process fundamentals that support modern project delivery

    Practice, Assessment, and Completion Support

    • Practice stakeholder analysis, risk identification, scope definition, and change management through exercises and scenario-based activities
    • Use assessments to identify knowledge gaps in project management fundamentals and strengthen understanding of weaker areas
    • Receive guidance from instructors to improve understanding of project management principles and stay aligned with course objectives
    • Earn a course completion certificate after successfully meeting the training requirements

    Career and Workplace Application

    • Build practical project management skills that can support career growth, role advancement, or improved delivery performance in the Japan
    • Strengthen confidence in applying project charters, WBS structures, risk registers, and stakeholder communication plans to real-world business challenges
    • Improve professional credibility through structured, skill-focused project management training recognized across __CI industries
    • Support organizational capability building when delivered as corporate or team training across technology, operations, finance, and business sectors

    Project Management Fundamentals Training Eligibility in the JapanWho Can Enroll?

    • No formal prerequisites are required to enroll in the Project Management Fundamentals training program

    • Basic familiarity with professional workplace environments is helpful but not mandatory

    • Professionals with no prior formal project management training are welcome to join

    • Learners from all industries including IT, operations, finance, healthcare, and business can benefit from this training

    • Individuals and corporate teams seeking to build foundational project management skills are eligible to enroll

    What You Gain from This Foundation ProgrammeSkills That Transfer to Any Project

    For Individuals

    For Individuals

    Project Management Fundamentals training helps you turn everyday project work into a structured, professional capability. You learn to plan, run and close projects with a method employers recognise, whatever sector you work in. Whether you are moving into your first project role, leading a team, or refreshing skills you picked up on the job, this foundation gives you the vocabulary, processes and confidence to contribute to project delivery from day one.

    If your goal is to grow into project management with a practical, method-neutral grounding, PMF is a clear starting point. You leave able to manage scope, schedule, cost and risk, and with a base you can build on towards recognised project credentials.

    • Manage projects across the full lifecycle, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring and closure
    • Plan and control scope, schedule, cost, resources and risk with a structured, repeatable approach
    • Understand predictive, Agile and business-analysis methods so you can adapt to how your organisation delivers
    • Communicate confidently with stakeholders, sponsors and cross-functional project teams
    • Apply proven project tools and templates to real workplace projects straight away
    • Build a strong foundation for further study such as CAPM, PMP or PRINCE2
    • Strengthen your readiness for project co-ordinator and project manager roles across Japan's growing project economy
    • Earn a course completion certificate from Invensis Learning
    For Organizations

    For Organizations

    Project Management Fundamentals group training helps organisations build a common, practical project capability across their teams. The programme can be delivered for departments, project offices or mixed cross-functional groups. For organisations that want fewer surprises in delivery and more consistent outcomes, this training creates a shared language and a repeatable way of planning and running projects.

    If your teams manage projects without a common method, PMF group training closes that gap. People across roles learn the same lifecycle, tools and governance basics, so projects are planned, tracked and delivered more predictably.

    • Give teams a shared project management vocabulary and consistent delivery practices
    • Reduce delays, rework and budget overruns through disciplined planning and control
    • Build in-house capability so projects depend less on a handful of key individuals
    • Improve stakeholder communication and reporting across departments
    • Support DX and transformation initiatives with structured, dependable project delivery
    • Standardise project practice across business units, sites and locations
    • Choose flexible delivery, live virtual or on-site, aligned to team schedules
    • Strengthen team confidence to plan, co-ordinate and close projects reliably

    Where Project Management Takes You in JapanRoles, Demand and Growth

    Structured project management skills are in strong demand across Japan as employers push digital transformation and deliver major infrastructure. A practical foundation from Project Management Fundamentals training opens the door to roles from Project Co-ordinator and Assistant Project Manager to Project Manager and beyond, in IT, construction, manufacturing, finance and consulting. With a persistent talent shortage and a deep pool of specialists but few structured project leaders, professionals who can plan and deliver work reliably stand out, and here is what the market is telling us right now.

    ¥8.55M

    Average project manager salary, Japan

    per year, SalaryExpert / Glassdoor 2026

    890+

    Open project manager roles, Japan

    Glassdoor, January 2026

    220,000

    Projected IT talent shortfall

    METI, by 2026

    4.6

    Construction job-to-applicant ratio

    MHLW, highest of all sectors

    SECTORS HIRING

    • —IT, Software and Digital Transformation (DX)
    • —Construction, Engineering and Infrastructure
    • —Manufacturing and Automotive
    • —Banking, Financial Services and Insurance
    • —Consulting and Professional Services
    • —Healthcare, Pharma and Public Sector

    GROWTH TRENDS

    • —METI projects a 220,000 IT professional shortfall by 2026, rising to 790,000 by 2030
    • —82% of listed Japanese firms now treat DX as a board-level priority
    • —Construction job-to-applicant ratio of 4.6, the highest of any sector
    • —Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai and infrastructure driving project delivery demand
    • —Ageing workforce shrinking the talent pool by around 500,000 people a year
    • —Deep pool of specialists, but a shortage of structured project leaders

    Sources: SalaryExpert, Glassdoor, PayScale, WorldSalaries (Japan) 2026; METI IT talent projections; MHLW labour-market data 2026.

    Market Forces Driving Demand for Project Skills in Japan

    Widening IT Talent Shortage

    METI projects Japan will be short around 220,000 IT professionals by 2026, rising to 790,000 by 2030. Structured project delivery skills help teams do more with scarce talent.

    Foundation project skills help close the gap

    DX Now a Board-Level Priority

    82% of listed Japanese firms treat digital transformation as a board-level priority, yet many programmes stall without disciplined planning, governance and risk control.

    PMF supports structured transformation delivery

    Construction Workforce Crunch

    Construction has a 4.6 job-to-applicant ratio, the highest of any sector, with Expo 2025 and infrastructure demanding tighter scheduling, co-ordination and delivery discipline.

    PMF builds planning and co-ordination skills

    Shrinking, Ageing Talent Pool

    Japan's working-age population is shrinking by around 500,000 a year, so employers value people who can plan and deliver projects reliably without extra headcount.

    PMF strengthens in-house capability

    Rising Project Complexity

    Cloud, AI and cross-functional programmes raise complexity fast. Teams without a shared method struggle to control scope, budget and timelines as projects scale.

    PMF gives a method for scope, cost and risk

    Demand Across Every Sector

    Manufacturing, finance, healthcare and the public sector all run projects. A method-neutral foundation makes professionals valuable wherever work is delivered as a project.

    PMF is method-neutral and widely applicable

    Sources: METI 2025 DX White Paper; MHLW labour-market data; Glassdoor, SalaryExpert (Japan) 2026.

    Project management is one of the most transferable skills in Japan's changing economy. Build a practical foundation you can apply across any project-driven sector. Start your journey today.

    Your Japan Project Career Shift

    Where You Stand Today,

    And What These Project Skills Change

    Japan's project economy is expanding with digital transformation and major infrastructure, and employers increasingly separate professionals who can deliver reliably from those who cannot. Here is which side of that line the training helps you stand on.

    Today

    Considered mainly for support or task-level work

    After the training

    Ready to step towards Project Co-ordinator and Project Manager roles across Japan

    Today

    No common language with project teams and sponsors

    After the training

    Able to communicate and govern work the way employers expect

    Today

    Project skills picked up ad hoc on the job

    After the training

    A solid base to progress towards CAPM, PMP or PRINCE2

    You build the skills

    Before

    You pick up project tasks without a clear method or framework

    Now you have

    A structured approach to managing scope, schedule, cost and risk

    Before

    Project terminology and processes still feel unfamiliar

    Now you have

    Fluency in the project lifecycle and predictive, Agile and business-analysis approaches

    Before

    Your contribution to projects is informal and hard to evidence

    Now you have

    A recognised foundation and a course completion certificate to show for it

    Before

    Limited confidence leading tasks or speaking with stakeholders

    Now you have

    The confidence to plan, co-ordinate and report on real projects

    "The gap between doing project tasks and leading a project is a shared method, and the employers that matter already look for it."

    Join 50,000+ professionals who trained with Invensis Learning and made the shift.

    Sources: SalaryExpert, Glassdoor, PayScale (Japan) 2026.

    Module 1: Project Management Concepts

    • Project, program, and portfolio distinctions, constraints, lifecycles, and business case development
    • Benefits management, success metrics, and use of issue logs and change logs in project delivery
    • Understanding what makes projects succeed and how organizations define and measure project value

    Module 2: Project Influences

    • Organizational structures, policies, environmental factors, and their impact on project delivery
    • Governance frameworks and the role of the Project Management Office (PMO) in supporting projects
    • How organizational culture, stakeholder dynamics, and external influences shape project decisions

    Module 3: Role of the Project Manager

    • Core competencies required of an effective project manager and how they apply in practice
    • The project manager's influence across teams, stakeholders, and organizational functions
    • Integration responsibilities and how the project manager coordinates all aspects of project delivery

    Module 4: The Project Management Cycle

    • Project initiation and planning covering scope, schedule, cost, resource, quality, risk, stakeholder, procurement, and change management
    • Project execution, monitoring, and control including reporting and performance measurement
    • Formal project closure including lessons learned, deliverable handover, and stakeholder sign-off

    Module 5: Agile Projects Overview

    • Introduction to Agile project delivery principles and how they differ from traditional project management approaches
    • Release planning concepts and how Agile teams structure delivery across iterations and sprints
    • Scrum process fundamentals including roles, ceremonies, and artifacts used in Agile project environments

    Course Curriculumof the Project Management Fundamentals Training

    The Online Project Management Fundamentals course curriculum in the Japan is structured across five modules, taking learners from foundational project management concepts through to Agile project delivery, covering the full project management cycle and the key knowledge areas required for confident project delivery.

    • Project, program, and portfolio distinctions, constraints, lifecycles, and business case development
    • Benefits management, success metrics, and use of issue logs and change logs in project delivery
    • Understanding what makes projects succeed and how organizations define and measure project value

    Most professionals juggle projects daily without ever learning the skill that makes explaining them to a sponsor easy.

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    Skills You Will BuildFrom Project Initiation to Closure

    This course teaches the practical, in-demand skills covered in Project Management Fundamentals, from planning and controlling projects to managing risk, stakeholders and change. By the end, you can plan, run and close a project end to end using a structured, method-neutral approach that applies across any sector.

    Manage the Full Project Lifecycle

    Move a project confidently through initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and control, and closure, understanding what each phase needs and how the phases connect.

    Plan Scope, Schedule and Cost

    Define scope, build realistic schedules and estimate cost and resources, so you can set a plan that teams and sponsors can actually deliver against.

    Manage Quality, Risk and Stakeholders

    Identify and respond to risks, plan for quality, and keep stakeholders engaged and informed throughout the project with clear communication and reporting.

    Apply Predictive and Agile Approaches

    Understand predictive (plan-based) methods alongside Agile release planning and the Scrum process, so you can adapt to how your organisation prefers to deliver.

    Work with Governance and the PMO

    Grasp how organisation structures, governance and the project management office shape delivery, and where the project manager's role and influence sit within them.

    Control Change and Close Projects Well

    Handle change requests, manage procurement and vendors, and close projects cleanly with the reporting and lessons that carry value into future work.

    Who Should Take Project Management FundamentalsTraining in Japan?

    Aspiring Project Managers

    Team Leaders

    Project Coordinators

    Entry-Level Professionals

    Functional Managers

    Cross-Functional Team Members

    Business Analysts

    Operations Professionals transitioning into project management roles

    Who Can Take This Certification Training

    Project Management Fundamentals Training Optionsfor Professionals and Teams

    We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer self-paced learning or a structured, corporate, instructor-led experience, choose the option that best supports your skill development journey through the best Project Management Fundamentals online training options available.

    Project Management Fundamentals Live Virtual Training

    • Live online instructor-led sessions

    • Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    • Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    • Practice assessments and revision support

    • Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    • Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    • Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    • Access from any location with internet connectivity

    JPY 119200

    Attend fully interactive Project Management Fundamentals training online sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences.

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    Project Management Fundamentals Classroom Training

    • Instructor-led classroom sessions

    • Interactive discussions and group activities

    • Real-world examples and practical exercises

    • Structured learning with fixed schedules

    • Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration

    • Practice assessments and knowledge checks

    • Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification

    • Immediate trainer feedback and support

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    Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This classroom Project Management Fundamentals training format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.

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    Project Management Fundamentals Corporate Group Training

    • Customized training aligned to organizational goals

    • Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended

    • Scheduling tailored to business availability

    • Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions

    • Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable

    • Dedicated coordination and administrative support

    • Consistent learning experiences across teams

    • Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

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    Project Management Fundamentals Focused 1-to-1 Training

    • One-to-one instructor attention

    • Customized learning plans and objectives

    • Flexible scheduling based on availability

    • Personalized feedback and coaching

    • Additional focus on challenging topics

    • Targeted practice and revision support

    • Faster clarification of questions and concepts

    • Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

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    Project Management Fundamentals Live Virtual Training

    Project Management Fundamentals Live Virtual Training

    Live online instructor-led sessions

    Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    Practice assessments and revision support

    Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    Access from any location with internet connectivity

    Starts from

    JPY 119200

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    Why Choose Invensis LearningFor Your Project Management Training in Japan

    Invensis Learning is a trusted Project Management Fundamentals training company delivering structured training for individual professionals and organisations in Japan who want a practical, method-neutral grounding in how projects are planned and delivered. Our programmes combine experienced trainers, flexible delivery formats, well-organised courseware and learner-focused support. Whether you enrol as an individual or arrange corporate training for your team, we provide a professional learning experience built around practical understanding, real-world application and measurable outcomes.

    • Experienced, industry-practitioner trainers with real project delivery expertise
    • ISO 9001:2015 quality and ISO 27001:2022 information-security standards
    • Flexible delivery: live virtual instructor-led and corporate on-site formats
    • Structured, expert-built courseware covering the full project lifecycle
    • Interactive learning with discussions, hands-on exercises and retrospectives
    • Dedicated learner support before, during and after the training
    • Trusted by professionals and organisations across 100+ countries
    • Customised corporate programmes tailored to your team and sector
    • A course completion certificate from Invensis Learning on finishing

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    Project Management Fundamentals Training Locations in JapanInstructor-led in-person Classroom training is available for group batches. All other public cohorts are delivered as Instructor-led Live Virtual. See available cohorts

    Project Management Fundamentals Training Location in Japan

    Halekulani Okinawa,1967-1 Nakama, Onna Kunigami District, Okinawa 904-0401, Japan

    Project Management Fundamentals Training Location in Japan

    Aman Tokyo, The Otemachi Tower, 1 Chome-5-6 ÅŒtemachi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0004, Japan

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    Corporate Project Management TrainingFor Teams in Japan

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    • Suitable for small, medium and large teams across Japan
    • Customised schedules aligned to your team's availability
    • Flexible delivery through on-site, live virtual, hybrid or blended formats
    • Trainers with real project management and sector experience
    • Role-based, industry-relevant examples for stronger workplace application
    • Dedicated coordination and learner support for group programmes
    • Scalable delivery for teams in Tokyo, Osaka and across Japan

    Trusted by Leading Organisations

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    What Our Learners Say

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    A Method I Could Use the Next Week

    "I moved into project work from a support role and needed a proper method. The course gave me the full lifecycle, from planning to closure, in a way I could use straight away. Managing scope and risk finally makes sense."

    Kenji Tanaka

    Project Co-Ordinator

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    Practical and Easy to Follow

    "The mix of predictive and Agile made the training genuinely useful for how my team actually delivers. The exercises and discussions were practical, and I left far more confident about planning schedules and talking to stakeholders."

    Yuki Sato

    Aspiring Project Manager

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    Great Foundation for Team Leads

    "As a team lead I had never learned project management formally. This gave me the vocabulary and the structure to run our work properly, and a good base before I look at PMP later on."

    Haruto Suzuki

    Team Leader, IT

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    A Shared Way of Working Across the Team

    "We trained a cross-functional group and now everyone plans and reports projects the same way. Delivery is noticeably smoother and handovers are cleaner. The trainer tailored the examples to our sector, which the team really valued."

    Aiko Yamamoto

    L&D Manager, Manufacturing

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    Consistent Standards Across the Office

    "We used the corporate format to lift our newer project staff to a common standard. The scheduling flexibility and on-site delivery worked well, and our teams are far more consistent in how they plan and manage risk."

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    Head of Delivery, IT Services

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    Frequently Asked QuestionsHere's everything you may ask...

    Project Management Fundamentals (PMF) training is a foundation-level course that teaches the core principles, processes and tools for managing projects across the full lifecycle, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring and closure. It is method-neutral, covering predictive, Agile and business-analysis approaches.

    General

    What is Project Management Fundamentals training?

    Project Management Fundamentals (PMF) training is a foundation-level course that teaches the core principles, processes and tools for managing projects across the full lifecycle, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring and closure. It is method-neutral, covering predictive, Agile and business-analysis approaches.

    Who should take this project management course?

    The course suits aspiring project managers, team leaders, project co-ordinators, entry-level professionals and anyone whose work supports projects. It also helps experienced professionals in Japan who want to refresh their fundamentals with a structured, up-to-date approach.

    Is this course worth it for beginners in Japan?

    Yes. With Japan facing a large IT talent shortfall and pushing digital transformation and infrastructure delivery, structured project skills are widely in demand. The course gives beginners a practical, transferable foundation they can apply across IT, construction, manufacturing and other sectors.

    Do I need prior experience to join?

    No prior experience is required. There are no prerequisites for the training. Some background in project work can help you get more from the material, but the course is designed to teach the fundamentals from first principles.

    What will I be able to do after the training?

    You will be able to plan, run and close a project end to end, managing scope, schedule, cost, resources and risk, communicating with stakeholders, and applying both predictive and Agile approaches with confidence in real workplace situations.

    Pricing

    How much does the training cost in Japan?

    Fees depend on the delivery format and group size, so pricing is available on request. The training is offered as live virtual instructor-led sessions and as corporate on-site programmes. Contact a learning advisor for a quote that fits your needs.

    What is included in the course fee?

    The fee typically includes instructor-led training, expert-built courseware and learning resources, hands-on exercises and retrospective sessions, learner support, and a course completion certificate from Invensis Learning. Ask us for the full inclusions on your chosen format.

    Do you offer group or corporate pricing?

    Yes. We offer corporate group programmes with customised schedules and volume-based pricing for teams, departments and project offices. Request a tailored group quote for your organisation in Japan.

    Are there payment or instalment options?

    We accept major cards and bank transfers, and instalment options may be available on selected plans. Speak with a learning advisor to choose the arrangement that suits you.

    Is there a discount for team enrolments?

    Group and corporate enrolments are priced by team size and delivery format, and volume rates apply. Contact us to discuss the best option for training several people together.

    Assessment

    Is this a certification course, and is there an exam?

    No. This is a non-certification skills course with no formal examination and it is not tied to any accrediting body. On completing the programme you receive a course completion certificate from Invensis Learning that recognises your learning.

    What do I receive on completing the course?

    You receive a course completion certificate from Invensis Learning, recognising that you have completed the full 2-day (16-hour) programme and covered the project management fundamentals across the five modules.

    How is learning reinforced during the course?

    Learning is reinforced through instructor-led sessions, interactive discussions, hands-on exercises and retrospective sessions, rather than formal testing. This practical mix helps you connect the concepts to real workplace situations.

    Does this course help me pursue CAPM, PMP or PRINCE2 later?

    Yes. The course is designed as a foundation that builds the base knowledge and vocabulary useful before pursuing recognised project credentials such as CAPM, PMP or PRINCE2 down the line.

    How long is the programme and what standard does it follow?

    The programme runs over 2 days (16 hours) and is method-neutral, covering predictive (plan-based) methodologies, Agile frameworks and business-analysis approaches across the project lifecycle rather than a single proprietary method.

    Course Content

    What topics does the course cover?

    The course covers five modules: project management concepts, project influences, the role of the project manager, the project management cycle, and an Agile projects overview, spanning scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, stakeholders, procurement, change and closure.

    How long is the training and what is the format?

    The training is delivered over 2 days (16 hours) as live virtual instructor-led sessions or corporate on-site training, using a mix of lectures, interactive discussions and hands-on exercises.

    Does the course cover Agile as well as traditional methods?

    Yes. Alongside predictive (plan-based) project management, the course includes an Agile projects overview covering Agile release planning and the Scrum process in brief, so you understand both approaches.

    What materials and resources are provided?

    You receive expert-built courseware and learning resources created by subject matter experts, along with practical exercises and retrospective sessions. Materials support the full five-module syllabus so you can revisit concepts after the training.

    Is the course suitable for professionals outside IT?

    Yes. The fundamentals are method-neutral and apply to any project-driven field, including construction, manufacturing, finance, healthcare and the public sector, wherever work is planned and delivered as a project.

    Enrollment

    How do I enrol in the course?

    You can enrol through the Invensis Learning website. Choose your preferred format and schedule, complete the booking, and you will receive access to the joining details, courseware and learning resources. Talk to a learning advisor if you need help choosing.

    What delivery formats are available in Japan?

    The training is available as live virtual instructor-led sessions and as corporate on-site programmes for teams. Both cover the same 2-day syllabus, so you can pick the format that fits your schedule and location.

    Can the training be delivered on-site for my team?

    Yes. We deliver customised on-site and live virtual group programmes for teams across Tokyo, Osaka and the rest of Japan, with schedules aligned to your organisation. Request a group quote to get started.

    When can I start?

    New sessions are scheduled regularly for individual learners, and corporate programmes are arranged around your team's availability. See upcoming schedules or contact a learning advisor to confirm the next suitable dates.

    Can I reschedule my booking?

    Yes. Flexible options let you move to another session where needed. Reach out to our support team and we will help you reschedule to a date that works for you.