Πληροφορίες μαθήματος
The aim of the module is to familiarise students with the management of translation projects both in the framework of translation companies/agencies and in the context of freelancing. Students learn the basic principles of managing collaborative groups and subgroups, of communicating effectively with clients and freelance translators/ proofreaders, of using project management tools and software, of optimally monitoring, completing and delivering translation projects. At the same time, students are introduced to risk analysis and management and best editing, post-editing and QA practices. The module is delivered in collaboration with a major Athens-based LSP (EL-Translations) and the students are required to work on a real translation project.
SYLLABUS
1. The life of a translation project manager
Introduction
The tasks of a project manager
Different types of project managers
2. A project from start to end
Translation projects
Examples of projects
A translation contract
Stage 0 - Quoting
Stage 1 - Preparation-Planning (inc. text pre-processing and TM management)
Stage 2 - Translation
Stage 3 - Revision
Stage 4 - QC
Stage 5 - Delivery
Stage 6 - Feedback
After sales service
Marketing - collaboration with the Marketing Department
3. Tools and software for project managers
Using CAT tools
Using checklists
Using templates
Using a project management system (e.g. Memoq, Smartling)
4. Setting up your own translation project management system
How to manage files and resources
How to integrate your translation memory system
How to manage terminology
Creating and managing databases
5. Money matters: how to ensure the sustainability of your projects
Managing finances
Calculating project and client profitability
Improving your business profitability
6. Managing clients and translators
Communication tools and qualities
Writing effective instructions
Negotiating with clients and translators
Achieving flexibility
Handling complaints
Managing risk
Evaluating translators
7. Managing yourself: how to manage time and stress
8-10 Handing a project management task in collaboration with a translation company
- Διδάσκων: Ελένη Ζήση
- Διδάσκων: Αγγελική Κότσαλου
- Διδάσκων: Χριστίνα Κούκη
- Διδάσκων: Ύρια Σφηνιά
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