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Project Management Basics

This foundational course introduces the core principles of project management, equipping participants with essential tools and techniques to effectively plan, execute, and close projects.

Certificate :

After Completion

Start Date :

10-Jan-2025

Duration :

30 Days

Course fee :

$150

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

  1. This foundational course introduces the core principles of project management, equipping participants with essential tools and techniques to effectively plan, execute, and close projects. Gain a solid understanding of key concepts.
  2. such as project lifecycles, stakeholder management, and risk assessment to successfully manage projects in any industry.

CERTIFICATION:

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Project Management Basics.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the conclusion of the course, participants will possess the skills to:

  1. Define project management and its significance across industries.
  2. Explain the project lifecycle and its key phases: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, and Closing.
  3. Identify key stakeholders and their roles in a project.
  4. Develop communication plans to ensure clear and effective information flow.
  5. Build collaboration within project teams to achieve goals.
  6. Assess potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  7. Monitor project progress and adjust plans to address emerging issues.

Course Curriculum

Introduction to Project Management
  1. Importance of Project Management Across Industries
  2. Key Terminology and Concepts
  3. Understanding the Role of a Project Manager
Project Lifecycle and Frameworks
  1. This module introduces the concept of a project lifecycle, which includes five essential phases: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring and Controlling, and Closing.
  2. It also explores common project management frameworks such as Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid, helping you understand when and how to apply different approaches based on project needs.

 

Project Initiation
  1. In this module, you’ll learn how to properly initiate a project, which includes defining the project scope, objectives, and identifying the key stakeholders.
  2. You’ll also gain insights into developing the project charter, assessing the project’s feasibility, and conducting an initial risk assessment.
Project Planning
  1. Planning is one of the most crucial aspects of project management.
  2. This module teaches you how to create detailed project plans, including breaking the project into smaller, manageable tasks using Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), scheduling tasks with Gantt charts, and estimating costs and resources.
  3. You will also learn how to set measurable objectives through KPIs and monitor progress.

 

Communication and Stakeholder Management
  1. Effective communication is a cornerstone of successful project management.
  2. This module focuses on identifying stakeholders, understanding their needs, and creating a robust communication plan.
  3. You will also explore collaboration tools that can improve team communication and methods for resolving conflicts within teams.
Risk and Issue Management
  1. Risk management ensures that potential obstacles do not derail your project.
  2. This module covers how to identify risks early, assess their impact, and develop mitigation strategies.
  3. You will also learn how to monitor risks throughout the project and manage issues that arise during execution.
Project Execution and Monitoring
  1. The execution phase is where all planning comes to life. This module teaches how to manage resources, oversee team performance, and track progress.
  2. You’ll learn about performance monitoring tools such as dashboards, and status reports, and how to adapt to changes through change management techniques.

Training Features

Interactive Modules

Step-by-step lessons on project management principles and practices.

Hands-On Exercises

Practical activities to apply concepts to real-world scenarios.

Expert Guidance

Self-paced learning with bite-sized lessons.

Flexible Learning

Online and in-person options, with self-paced learning modules.

Performance Tracking Dashboard

Monitor your progress throughout the course.

Certification

Earn a professional certificate upon course completion, showcasing your expertise to employers and stakeholders.

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