Project Analyst Profile

Salem’s career as a Project Analyst

“Since graduation I was looking for the best opportunity to add value and gain experience in a professional environment. My objective was to secure a role where I could utilise my skills and knowledge acquired throughout my degree.

FDM fulfilled my aim of enhancing my knowledge. This was achieved through the academy which enabled me to gain a further four qualifications. These include CISI IOC, PRINCE2 Project Management, ISEB Business Analysis and Programme and Project Support Office. Furthermore I acquired skills in Excel, SQL and Unix (bash/shell scripting); training that otherwise would not have been available to me.

FDM then offered the opportunity to secure a role in a range of professional industries from Investment Banking to Retail. Such a lucrative opportunity was appealing as I was able to add value to myself through the additional training and qualifications and the job at the end of it met my ultimate goal of professional work..."

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Project Management Office Training Stream

The FDM IT Project Management Career Path – An Overview

Full-time job with FDM for at least two years
Training in project management tools and techniques
Learn SQL, a standard language for accessing and manipulating databases
Become experienced in using MS Project
Strengthen your skills in data manipulation and presentation
Gain your Prince2 Foundation Certificate
Gain valuable experience working on a consultancy basis with FDM’s prestigious clients

FDM’s PMO Training

Our IT Project Management Office (PMO) career path includes training in project management tools and techniques, Prince2, programme and project support office essentials, business analysis, MS Project, as well as SQL, data manipulation and presentation using MS Excel. Through theoretical and practical methods, we will strengthen your technical knowledge, build your skill set and enhance your commercial awareness. The PMO training will lead you to become a Project Analyst and represent FDM on site with one or more of our prestigious clients.

Project Management Accreditation

Trainee Consultants will acquire an industry recognised Prince2 Foundation Certification by completing the Prince2 Foundation level module during their project management training.

The Project Analyst Career

IT Project Management involves the planning, management and execution of various technical endeavours, in order to meet the client’s exact needs. In order to work effectively towards specific requirements, you must build relationships and converse with senior management and colleagues. Flawless organisation skills are key to ensuring the project meets objectives, does not overrun and is completed within budget.

A successful Project Analyst will be both a team player and a leader, with broad technical knowledge as well as the ability to anticipate and overcome challenges. As an FDM Project Analyst, you can expect to work on assignments for one or more of our clients. As a representative of FDM, helping to achieve our clients’ specific business objectives should be your highest priority.

Becoming An FDM Project Analyst

The IT Project Management profession requires you to be organised, analytical and methodical
You must have excellent teamwork ability, possess strong communication skills and be a confident decision maker
You will hold a degree in an IT, Business, Management or related discipline
Previous experience in a technical or business environment is desirable
Above all, you must possess excellent written and verbal English skills, be enthusiastic, willing to learn and continually strive for excellence

To apply to join the PMO training stream and become an FDM Project Analyst please click here.

Suitability

Take a look at our selection criteria that applicants need to fulfill in order to successfully join the FDM Graduate Programme. Due to the nature of our business model and the minimum time commitment we require for each programme, other terms and conditions may apply...

Testimonials

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