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Scope Control: Define & Deliver What Matters

  • Define clear objectives and control scope changes.
  • Manage stakeholder expectations and prevent scope creep.
  • Learn from high-profile case studies with real-world applications.
  • Gain practical techniques from real-world case studies.
  • Apply scope management strategies across industries.
Certificate of Completion
7 hours
€395
On Demand
Aoife Shanley

Aoife Shanley

Project Manager
July 9th
Well organised and well executed course. Plenty of support available. Very high standard of lectures and comprehensive course content.
Patrick Moane

Patrick Moane

Project Manager at H&MV Engineering Limited
October 2nd
The course was well delivered from start to finish. All of the instructors covered each module with great detail. I would recommend this course to anyone who is interested in understanding and developing their skills as a project manager.
Johannes Berger

Johannes Berger

Project Manager at GMX
February 15th
It has been a great experience learning about Project Management as a student of the Institute of Project Management. The course was entirely online, which sometimes has its own challenges but the used tools were smooth and easy to use which helps greatly with following the lectures and studying the modules.
Padraig Friel

Padraig Friel

Project Management Consultant and Trainer at PM360 Consulting
November 21th
My experience of completing the programme is that the course is to the forefront in leading project management concepts and best practices for delivering projects effectively in the today's business world.
Niall Gilligan

Niall Gilligan

Senior Project Manager at Munich Re
October 9th
Fantastic courses provided by a diverse team who specialize in different aspects to Project Management. It gave me confidence to move forward in my career as a project manager and have recently recertified they are an organization I trust.
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Master Scope Management to Keep Projects on Track

Scope creep is one of the most common reasons projects fail. Without clear boundaries, projects can spiral out of control, leading to budget overruns, missed deadlines, and stakeholder dissatisfaction. Effective scope management ensures that all project work is planned, defined, and controlled—keeping teams aligned and preventing costly changes. 

This course provides a structured approach to managing project scope with real-world case studies, including the Sydney Opera House and the Denver International Airport (DIA) Baggage Handling System. These examples illustrate how scope mismanagement can lead to massive delays and budget blowouts—and how proper planning and control can prevent similar issues in your projects. 

Learning Outcomes and Content

By mastering scope management, you’ll improve your ability to set clear project expectations, manage deliverables, and prevent uncontrolled changes. Whether you’re a project manager, business analyst, or team leader, this course will help you establish strong project foundations, enhance communication with stakeholders, and ensure that your projects stay on track and within budget.

Module 1: Introduction to Scope Management

  • The role of scope in project success 
  • Common scope-related challenges and risks 
  • Case study: The Sydney Opera House—how poor scope control led to a 15-year delay and a 1,400% cost overrun 

Module 2: Planning & Defining Project Scope

  • Developing a Scope Management Plan 
  • Capturing project requirements effectively 
  • Case study: Denver International Airport Baggage System—how unrealistic scope expansion led to failure 

Module 3: Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Development

  • Creating a structured Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) 
  • Defining deliverables and work packages 
  • Practical application: Breaking down complex projects into manageable tasks 

Module 4: Managing Scope Changes & Preventing Scope Creep

  • Change control processes and impact assessment 
  • Strategies for balancing flexibility and control 
  • Case study: Lessons from large-scale infrastructure projects 

Module 5: Validating & Controlling Scope

  • Ensuring stakeholder acceptance of deliverables 
  • Conducting formal scope validation and inspections 
  • Managing project scope against time and cost constraints 

Module 6: Emerging Trends in Scope Management

  • AI-driven scope definition and predictive analytics 
  • Agile scope management for adaptive projects 
  • Industry insights: How leading organisations prevent scope creep 
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Tailored Mastering Project Scope Training Solutions for Your Organisation

  • Equip your team with the skills needed to control scope effectively, prevent scope creep, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. 
  • Access flexible delivery options tailored to your team’s specific project scope management needs and goals. 
  • Benefit from expert facilitation to address your organisation’s unique scope challenges and ensure successful project delivery. 

Schedule a consultation with our Corporate Training Manager to discuss your organisation’s scope management needs and training objectives. 

Why IPM?
Reputation & History
Project Management Expertise
Why Choose This Course?
Globally Positioned
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Reputation & History
  • Established in 1989 as the first Irish professional body dedicated to the promotion of project management as a discipline.
  • Trained over 50,000 Professionals and Certified over 10,000 Project Managers.
  • Partnering with IPMA®, PMI®, and Prince2®.
  • First PMP Certification exam hosted in Ireland.
  • Worked with over 500 different corporations.
  • Globally recognised IPM certification body.
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Project Management Expertise

Unlike other organisations, which offer different training programs across many functional areas, the Institute is a specialist organisation dealing solely with the disciplines of project, program, and portfolio management.  

Our graduates are instructed by a world-class faculty of international subject-matter experts ranging from Project Directors to former Heads of PM Certification Authorities. Focusing solely on project management guarantees exceptional instruction and learning opportunities. 

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Why Choose This Course?
  • This course will help you define, manage, and control project scope, preventing scope creep and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with goals.

  • Our faculty of handpicked international experts will provide you with a variety of perspectives.

  • You will join a large and growing cohort of IPM Alumni.
  • The programme is practical and pulls from internationally respected methodologies.
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Globally Positioned

IPM is uniquely partnered with the world’s leading project management certification bodies: IPMA (Member Association & Certification Body), PMI (Authorised Training Partner), and PRINCE2® (Accredited Training Organisation). We are the national body for IPMA in Ireland. 

We have also partnered with Ireland’s second largest University, Technological University (TU) Dublin, meaning we can offer Bachelor & Master’s levels programmes. This affiliation links us to the European University of Technology (EUt+). 

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On Demand Format: 100% Self-Paced

Scope Control: Define & Deliver What Matters on demand provides you with greater flexibility and control over your schedules.
  • 7 Hours of Learning
  • 12 Weeks of Full Access
  • 9 Modules, 9+ Topics
  • Certificate of Completion
  • 24/7 Instant Access
  • Expert-led Video Lessons
  • Online Quizzes & Exercises
  • €395
David Walsh

Johannes Berger

February 15th

It has been a great experience learning about Project Management as a student of the Institute of Project Management. The course was entirely online, which sometimes has its own challenges but the used tools were smooth and easy to use which helps greatly with following the lectures and studying the modules.

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Alumni Reviews

4.8
Google (100+ reviews)
Aoife Shanley

Aoife Shanley

Project Manager
July 9th
Well organised and well executed course. Plenty of support available. Very high standard of lectures and comprehensive course content.
Patrick Moane

Patrick Moane

Project Manager at H&MV Engineering Limited
October 2nd
I would recommend this course to anyone who is interested in understanding and developing their skills as a project manager.
Johannes Berger

Johannes Berger

Project Manager at GMX
February 15th
It has been a great experience learning about Project Management as a student of the Institute of Project Management. The course was entirely online, which sometimes has its own challenges but the used tools were smooth and easy to use which helps greatly with following the lectures and studying the modules.
Padraig Friel

Padraig Friel

Project Management Consultant and Trainer at PM360 Consulting
November 21th
My experience of completing the programme is that the course is to the forefront in leading project management concepts and best practices for delivering projects effectively in the today's business world.
Niall Gilligan

Niall Gilligan

Senior Project Manager at Munich Re
October 9th
Fantastic courses provided by a diverse team who specialize in different aspects to Project Management. It gave me confidence to move forward in my career as a project manager and have recently recertified they are an organization I trust.
Aoife Shanley

Aoife Shanley

Project Manager
July 9th
Well organised and well executed course. Plenty of support available. Very high standard of lectures and comprehensive course content.
Patrick Moane

Patrick Moane

Project Manager at H&MV Engineering Limited
October 2nd
The course was well delivered from start to finish. All of the instructors covered each module with great detail. I would recommend this course to anyone who is interested in understanding and developing their skills as a project manager.
Johannes Berger

Johannes Berger

Project Manager at GMX
February 15th
It has been a great experience learning about Project Management as a student of the Institute of Project Management. The course was entirely online, which sometimes has its own challenges but the used tools were smooth and easy to use which helps greatly with following the lectures and studying the modules.
Padraig Friel

Padraig Friel

Project Management Consultant and Trainer at PM360 Consulting
November 21th
My experience of completing the programme is that the course is to the forefront in leading project management concepts and best practices for delivering projects effectively in the today's business world.
Niall Gilligan

Niall Gilligan

Senior Project Manager at Munich Re
October 9th
Fantastic courses provided by a diverse team who specialize in different aspects to Project Management. It gave me confidence to move forward in my career as a project manager and have recently recertified they are an organization I trust.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to your questions and everything you need to know about the course.

Will recordings be available if I miss a class?

Yes, recordings of each online class will be available for playback in the Student Hub for a limited period of time, so you don’t need to worry about missing a class.

What is included in the course fee?

The course fee includes access to all course materials on the Student Hub, live expert-led virtual classes, recordings for a limited period, scope management frameworks, real-world case studies, and unlimited follow-up support from the Student Support team.

What real-world case studies are included in the course?

The course includes case studies covering the Sydney Opera House and the Denver International Airport (DIA) Baggage Handling System, demonstrating how scope mismanagement can lead to massive delays and budget blowouts.

How does this course help prevent scope creep?

The course provides structured approaches to managing project scope, ensuring all project work is planned, defined, and controlled to prevent scope creep—one of the most common reasons projects fail.

What support is provided during the course?

The course includes unlimited follow-up support from the Student Support team throughout your learning journey, ensuring you can get help with scope management strategies whenever needed.

What structured approaches will I learn for scope management?

The course provides structured approaches to managing project scope, including frameworks for planning, defining, and controlling all project work to keep teams aligned and prevent costly changes.

What technical requirements are needed for online classes?

You’ll need a stable internet connection and access to a computer or device capable of joining virtual classes and participating in scope management exercises. Specific technical requirements can be confirmed when you enroll.

Will I learn to keep teams aligned during scope changes?

Yes, the course teaches strategies to keep teams aligned and prevent costly changes by establishing clear scope boundaries and structured change control processes.

How does this course help prevent projects from spiraling out of control?

The course provides frameworks and techniques to maintain control over project scope, preventing the spiral effect that can occur when scope creep leads to budget overruns, missed deadlines, and stakeholder dissatisfaction.