Course 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.
Target Student
This course is designed for individuals whose primary job is not project management, but who manage projects on an informal basis. Also, anyone who is considering a career path in project management and desiring a complete overview of the field and its generally accepted practices can take up this course.
Prerequisites
To ensure your success, it is recommended that you first take the following courses: Microsoft Word or have equivalent knowledge. Some on-the-job experience in participating in managed projects would be preferable
Course Outline
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Project Management
Lesson 2: Initiating a Project
Lesson 3: Planning for Time and Cost
Lesson 4: Planning for Project Risks, Communication, and Change Control
Lesson 5: Managing a Project
Lesson 6: Executing the Project Closeout Phase