A Leading Authority in 'Mega' Projects
Dr Gary Walker
Group Chairman
Founder & Academy Director
MAJOR PROJECTS ACADEMY
Founder
Dr Walker is Group Chairman of the Major Projects Group , an international investment and strategic management company specialising in social infrastructure, and alternative energy major projects around the world.
Our vision is to lead where we can and to make a difference where we can't. Globally we've served many great causes including lifestyle estates, social housing programs, healthcare facilities, and alternative energy projects.
Prior to going into practice, Dr Walker held many senior executive positions at such prestigious companies as AECOM, ARUP, MACE, RAILTRACK (NETWORK RAIL), and BOVIS (LEND LEASE).
He has advised international governments, owners, and developers in strategic management, and led many 'mega' projects such as: 2010 South Africa FIFA World Cup; Gautrain High Speed Rail Link; London 2012 Olympics; Channel Tunnel Rail Link (HS1); Thameslink 2000; British Energy & Westinghouse Nuclear Fuels PIP; Heathrow Express Rail Link; Baku Multi-Purpose Development, to name but a few.
Dr Walker is a renowned expert in mega projects. He continues to publish books and articles in leading international academic journals and has been associated with several international universities over the years, designing and teaching master programs in strategic management on 'mega' projects.
Executive CPD Program
Strategic Management of Major Projects
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I designed this course in partnership with the Heriot Watt University, Dubai back in 2015, as an alternative online Executive CPD Program in the strategic management of mega projects. Since then, the Major Projects Academy, has run this program in association with leading client organisations and academic institutions for project sponsors or key advisors to owner organisations that are responsible and accountable for delivering mega projects. Its key aim is to challenge the thinking and develop your knowledge to make you become more efficient and effective as a client sponsor/advisor and representative during each phase of a mega infrastructure project.
When enrolled, you will receive a 400 page bound course book to be used as a cross reference and revision guide as you undertake the 26 week program. This is a complete tutorial with expert feedback on assignment submissions and online chat participation direct to Dr Walker, as your personal coach. The program has 10 modules around 3 main themes (strategic management, system methodology, and mastery techniques), with over 40 lectures, 17 case studies, and 14 key note subject matter videos. Making this the most comprehensive, practically proven and knowledgable online Executive CPD Program ever offered in the strategic management of major infrastructure projects.
So, why not complete the form below to find out more about this unique Executive CPD Program and if you have the necessary ambition to 'invest in you' and your career, then I will certainly impart everything you need to achieve the Executive CPD Certificate and the coveted title of Certified Expert in the Strategic Management of Major Projects
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Authored Books
Strategic Management of Major Projects Course book
This course book is issued 'FREE' to all students who enrol onto the Executive CPD Program in the Strategic Management of Major Projects. It contains 400 pages of expert course content around each of the 3 core themes of Strategic Management, Methodology, and Mastery Techniques within 10 Modules. It includes references to major project case studies, additional readings and revision questions in line with the course curriculum.
Role of the Client
This book is dedicated to the strategic management of mega projects, and in particular, the role of the client. We look at the role of the client executive sponsor and how to use alternative, proven management techniques, that will improve your performance as a project leader. The content includes teachings on client sponsorship; executive leadership; mega project governance; strategic procurement; performance improvement; and organisational strategy
System Methodology
This book is dedicated to the strategic management of mega projects, and in particular, to system methodology. We look at the systematic approach a client executive sponsor has to manage during the strategic planning, program development, and project implementation phases of mega project.
The content includes detailed sub-process guidance on management components; vertical connectivity interfaces; stage-gateway hold points; input/output criteria; key activity milestones to enable a client to be informed and seen as a mega project leader.
Funding Mastery
This book is dedicated to the strategic management of mega projects and in particular, to the funding of mega projects. We look at the available ways for clients executive sponsors to fund, from traditional project finance, to turnkey concessions, and alternative structures. We examine the origins, the players, and benefits of each funding route to give you a clear understanding and 'mastery'.
The content includes the origins of project finance; the funding structures of past mega projects; processes involved; and analysis.