Blueprint
Managing Projects in Libraries
ONLINE COURSE: NOVEMBER 2025
Build a better library project in four weeks.
Course Description
Projects are everywhere in library work. But too often they flounder, fizzle, and frustrate. Why? Because most library staff are asked to manage projects without formal training or a clear framework.
Bring structure and clarity to your work with the Blueprint online course.
Learning Objectives
You will learn how to:
Define clear, aligned project goals
Build timelines, budgets, and risk plans that work
Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders
Navigate challenges with flexibility
Measure progress and evaluate outcomes
Course Features
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Tailored for Libraries
Skip the corporate stuff. Learn practical tools for real library work.
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Expert Guidance
Learn from experienced facilitators who understand the library context.
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Supportive Peers
Get feedback and coaching from classmates. Share your insights.
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Hands-On Learning
Apply each concept to your current or upcoming project.
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Structured Framework
Follow a step-by-step path from idea to execution.
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Measurable Progress
Build real momentum on your project with each class.
Outline
Week 1: Laying the Foundation
Understand the project lifecycle in libraries.
Define scope, goals and success.
Week 2: Framing the Structure
Identify stakeholders and risk.
Build your budget and timeline.
Week 3: Organizing the Pieces
Assign roles and manage teams.
Communicate progress and adapt plans.
Week 4: Building the Plan
Showcase progress on your project.
Reflect on lessons learned.
Course Delivery
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4 Weeks
Make measurable progress and elevate your project from solid to standout in less than a month.
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12-15 Hours
Get it done with four live classes (8 hours) and practical self-directed assignments (4-7 hours).
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Peer Learners
Grow your skills alongside a small cohort in a supportive learning environment.
Class Details
Registration opens: August 15, 2025
Course access: November 1 - 30, 2025
Class dates: November 5, 12, 19, 26
Class times: 1:00 - 3:00 pm ET (10:00 - 12:00 pm PT)
Facilitators
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Director, Service Excellence, Markham Public Library (Markham, ON)
Andrea is known for leading bold library transformations, championing staff-powered innovation, and turning big ideas into award-winning customer experiences. With a love for straight talk, clear timelines, and measurable deliverables, Andrea will help you master the art (and science) of project management—library-style.
Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn
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Director, Beaumont Library (Beaumont, AB)
Laura is a certified Project Management Professional (translation: she knows her stuff). She brings a genuine commitment to staff-centered coaching and management, ensuring employee growth and organizational success. Fueled by coffee, collaboration, and community impact, Laura believes every great project starts with a great plan.
Connect with Laura on LinkedIn
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Learning Experience Designer, Thirdway Think (Kelowna, BC)
M.J. is a professional librarian turned learning architect who drafts bold plans for curiosity-fueled experiences. After 20 years in academic libraries, MJ now runs his own professional development company full-time, spending his days sketching the next great learning experience that brings people together.
Connect with MJ on LinkedIn
Pricing
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Solo Seat
$400 CAD / learner
Register one learner.
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Bring Buddy
$360 CAD / learner
Register 2 learners from the same organization at the same time.
10% Discount Code: BUDDYPASS
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Team Up
$320 CAD / learner
Register 3-5 learners from the same organization at the same time.
20% Discount Code: TEAMUP
Course Customizations
Want to bring this training to your organization?
Need to learn on a different timeline?
Looking for a custom solution?
Let’s talk.
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