DESCRIPTION
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.
SYLLABUS
TPM01. The Profile of a Translation Project Manager
- Presentation / Course description (exams, methodology)
- Introduction to concepts & basic terminology
- The tasks and skills of a project manager
- Different job description types of PMs
TPM02. A Project from Start to Finish
- Translation projects
- Examples of projects
- A translation contract
- Stage 0 - Quoting
- Stage 1 -Preparation-Planning
- Stage 2 - Translation
- Stage 3 - Revision
- Stage 4 - QC
- Stage 5 - Delivery
- Stage 6 - Feedback
- After sales service
TPM03. Tools and Software for Project Managers
- Using CAT tools
- Using checklists
- Using templates
- Introduction to TPMS: Plunet & Memsource
- Registering a client
- Registering a linguist
- Creating a project file
- Working with subprojects
- Preparing quotes (for translation / Interpretation / Review)
TPM04. Quality Assurance (QA) Procedure and Tools
- QA method, tips and advice
- QA Tools
- Evaluating linguists
- ISO 17100:2015 standard
- How to manage quality issues
- How to manage terminology
TPM05. TPMS: Managing Clients and Translators
- Automated offers/assignments/quotes
- Calculating project and client profitability
- Improving your business profitability
- Negotiating with clients and translators
- Writing effective instructions (Styleguides)
TPM06. Time Management
- Managing your work life without PM systems
- Useful tools and applications •
- Communication tools and qualities
- Handling feedback
- Handling complaints
MODE OF DELIVERY: eLearning & live lectures
MODE OF ASSESSMENT: Quiz and assignments given on Moodle
Moodle: All students will receive personal login credentials
Webinar platform: Google Meet
- Διδάσκων: Χριστίνα Δεληπαλτίδου
- Διδάσκων: Ελένη Ζήση
- Διδάσκων: Αφροδίτη Παπαγγελή
- Διδάσκων: Μάγια Φραντζισκάκη