Project Management Fundamentals

Unlock the power of effective project management with our comprehensive course designed for aspiring and informal project managers, equipping you with industry best practices for successful project execution.

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Essential Skills Gained

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Identify key processes and requirements of project management.

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Initiate, plan, and manage projects effectively.

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Plan for risks, time, cost, communication, and change control.

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Execute and closeout projects successfully.

Format

  • Instructor-led
  • 1 days with lectures and hands-on labs.

Audience

  • Informal project managers
  • Aspiring project managers
  • Team leaders
  • Operational staff

Description

Successfully managing a project requires effective planning and adherence to the industry's best practices in every step of the process. By understanding the fundamentals of project management, you will be better prepared to initiate a project in your organization and position it for success. In this course, you will identify effective project management practices and their related processes. Course Objective: You will examine the elements of sound project management and apply the generally recognized practices to successfully manage projects.

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Course Outline

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Lesson 1: Getting Started with Project Management

  1. Describe a Project

  2. Describe the Project Management Life Cycle

  3. Identify the Role of a Project Manager

Lesson 2: Initiating a Project

  1. Determine the Scope of a Project

  2. Identify the Skills for a Project Team

  3. Identify the Risks to a Project

Lesson 3: Planning for Time and Cost

  1. Create a Work Breakdown Structure

  2. Sequence the Activities

  3. Create a Project Schedule

  4. Determine Project Costs

Lesson 4: Planning for Project Risks, Communication, and Change Control

  1. Analyze the Risks to a Project

  2. Create a Communication Plan

  3. Plan for Change Control

Lesson 5: Managing a Project

  1. Begin Project Work

  2. Execute the Project Plan

  3. Track Project Progress

  4. Report Performance

  5. Implement Change Control

Lesson 6: Executing the Project Closeout Phase

  1. Close a Project

  2. Create a Final Report

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