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Raven 13 — Project Management Simulation with Management 3.0 Elements

A two-day workshop combining the Raven 13 project simulation with Management 3.0 tools. Project goal, WBS, critical path, resources, milestones, stakeholders. For PMs and leaders.

Project management isn’t learned from books — it’s learned through experience

WBS, critical path, milestones — these are tools every project manager knows in theory. The problem: theory doesn’t prepare you for the moment when the customer changes the requirements, a key resource leaves and the deadline doesn’t move. Raven 13 is a simulation that puts participants in exactly these situations — in a safe environment where mistakes teach rather than cost.

The two-day workshop combines project management fundamentals (goal, WBS, schedule, resources, stakeholders) with elements of Management 3.0 (autonomy, motivation, modern leadership) and an intensive Raven 13 simulation.

Who is this workshop for?

For project managers and leaders who want to practice project management under realistic conditions. Especially when:

You manage projects but rarely get the chance to “rehearse” difficult scenarios without real consequences
You want to combine classic PM tools (WBS, critical path) with the modern Management 3.0 approach
You are looking for an engaging training format for a project team — a simulation provides a more intense experience than a lecture

Two days: theory + simulation

Day 1: Project fundamentals — goal and specific objectives, the project triangle, WBS, critical path, scheduling, buffering. Elements of Management 3.0 — managing expectations, team collaboration.

Day 2: Phasing, milestones, measuring progress, managing resources and stakeholders. The Raven 13 simulation — participants run a project in a dynamic, changing environment. Summary and conclusions.

With over 2,500 trainings in our portfolio, EITT is a trusted partner in competency development. Contact us — we organize closed simulation workshops for project teams.

Benefits

Define the project goal and specific objectives, and manage stakeholder expectations
Create a WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) and identify the project's critical path
Plan a schedule that takes buffering and aggressive time estimates into account
Assign resources to tasks and manage collaboration in the project team
Apply Management 3.0 tools to build team engagement and autonomy
Make project decisions under volatility and uncertainty (Raven 13 simulation)

Who is this training for?

Project managers who want to practice project management in a safe environment

Team leaders developing their leadership competencies in the spirit of Management 3.0

Heads and managers responsible for delivering complex projects

Project teams improving their collaboration and coordination

Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches looking for tools for working with teams

Members of the management board taking part in leadership development programs

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of project management — welcome (but not required)
Willingness to take an active part in the simulation and in teamwork

Training program

Project goal. Specific objectives. Managing customer expectations
The project triangle. Scope, time, resources. Choosing the best way to achieve the goal

Project schedule. The critical path, or what to focus on
Task duration. Duration vs effort. Aggressive time estimates. Project buffering

Project phasing. Milestones. Measuring project progress
Assigning resources to the project. Collaboration in the project team
Overseeing project delivery. Overview of methodologies, choosing the right methodology for the project

Continuous focus on the project goal. Stakeholder management
Raven 13 — a dynamic and engaging simulation of a modern project, during which participants pursue a set goal in a world full of volatility and uncertainty

Delivery Methods

Online

Convenience of participating from anywhere
Interactive live sessions with trainer
Materials available for 30 days
No travel costs

On-site

Direct contact with trainer and group
Intensive hands-on workshops
Networking with other participants
Full focus on learning

Training Topics

Frequently asked questions

What is the Raven 13 simulation about?

Raven 13 is a dynamic project simulation — participants pursue a complex goal in a world full of volatility and uncertainty (VUCA). Decisions have consequences, resources are limited and requirements change. It is a safe environment for practicing project management under realistic conditions.

What is Management 3.0?

Management 3.0 (Jurgen Appelo) is a people-focused approach to management — autonomy, intrinsic motivation, network structures instead of hierarchical ones. The workshop combines traditional PM tools (WBS, critical path) with modern leadership practices.

Do I need a PM certificate?

No — the workshop teaches project management through experience (the simulation). A basic knowledge of the concepts (WBS, milestones) is helpful, but we do not require a PMP, PRINCE2 or Scrum certificate.

What is the format and how long is the training?

The workshop lasts 2 days (9:00-16:00) and is available onsite and online. The format combines project management theory with the engaging Raven 13 simulation.

Will I receive a certificate after the training?

Yes, every participant receives a personalized certificate of completion issued by EITT.