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:
- 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.
- 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:
- Define project management and its significance across industries.
- Explain the project lifecycle and its key phases: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, and Closing.
- Identify key stakeholders and their roles in a project.
- Develop communication plans to ensure clear and effective information flow.
- Build collaboration within project teams to achieve goals.
- Assess potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Monitor project progress and adjust plans to address emerging issues.
Course Curriculum
- Importance of Project Management Across Industries
- Key Terminology and Concepts
- Understanding the Role of a Project Manager
- This module introduces the concept of a project lifecycle, which includes five essential phases: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring and Controlling, and Closing.
- 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.
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- In this module, you’ll learn how to properly initiate a project, which includes defining the project scope, objectives, and identifying the key stakeholders.
- You’ll also gain insights into developing the project charter, assessing the project’s feasibility, and conducting an initial risk assessment.
- Planning is one of the most crucial aspects of project management.
- 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.
- You will also learn how to set measurable objectives through KPIs and monitor progress.
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- Effective communication is a cornerstone of successful project management.
- This module focuses on identifying stakeholders, understanding their needs, and creating a robust communication plan.
- You will also explore collaboration tools that can improve team communication and methods for resolving conflicts within teams.
- Risk management ensures that potential obstacles do not derail your project.
- This module covers how to identify risks early, assess their impact, and develop mitigation strategies.
- You will also learn how to monitor risks throughout the project and manage issues that arise during execution.
- The execution phase is where all planning comes to life. This module teaches how to manage resources, oversee team performance, and track progress.
- 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.