CAPM Exam Training – Project Management Foundations
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CAPM Exam Training – Project Management Foundations
This course is part of CAPM Exam Prep: Master PMBOK and Project Management Skills Specialization
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What you'll learn
Understand core project management principles and their application to real-world projects.
Learn to manage project scope, schedule, quality, and risks to ensure project success.
Master the PMBOK® Guide's 49 processes and how to implement them effectively in various project settings.
Build and lead high-performing teams, using both traditional and Agile project management methodologies.
Skills you'll gain
- Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology
- Risk Management
- Cost Management
- Cost Estimation
- Scheduling
- Quality Management
- Earned Value Management
- Resource Utilization
- Team Performance Management
- Resource Allocation
- Agile Project Management
- Project Management
- Budget Management
- Team Management
- Scope Management
- Project Schedules
- Project Risk Management
- Project Scoping
- Resource Management
- Project Management Life Cycle
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April 2026
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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Prepare for the CAPM exam with this comprehensive course that covers essential project management principles, processes, and frameworks. Learn how to apply the PMBOK® Guide and Agile methodologies effectively, alongside strategies for managing scope, schedule, costs, quality, and risk. Throughout the course, you will gain in-depth knowledge of project management concepts and develop practical skills to succeed in your CAPM exam. With expert guidance, you'll be equipped to master project management tools, techniques, and industry best practices. As you progress through the modules, you will navigate the key domains of the CAPM exam, starting from understanding the fundamental concepts of project management, then advancing to topics like stakeholder management, quality management, and resource management. Each section will equip you with essential tools and knowledge to confidently approach exam day. Additionally, the course offers study tips, downloadable resources, and practice exams to ensure your readiness. This course is designed for professionals looking to take the CAPM exam or anyone interested in building a solid foundation in project management. No prior project management experience is required, but a basic understanding of general management concepts will be helpful. By the end of the course, you will be able to identify and manage project risks, create a project schedule, manage costs and budgets, build high-performing teams, and use Agile principles for project execution. You will also be well-prepared to confidently sit for the CAPM certification exam.
In this module, we will introduce you to your CAPM certification journey, covering the structure and objectives of the course. You’ll gain insights into the differences between CAPM and PMP certifications, understand the exam format, and explore key resources and study strategies to maximize your preparation.
What's included
7 videos2 readings
7 videos•Total 14 minutes
- Introduction to the Specialization•1 minute
- CAPM vs PMP – Which Project Certification Is Right for You?•2 minutes
- CAPM Exam Format, Eligibility, and Domain Breakdown•2 minutes
- Study Strategy and How to Use This Course•1 minute
- Introduction and Exam Readiness - Course Resources Downloadable Format•3 minutes
- Understanding the ECO 2023 Blueprint•3 minutes
- Section 1 - Notes and Take Out•2 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
- Introduction to the Course 'CAPM Exam Training – Project Management Foundations'•10 minutes
- Full Course Resources•10 minutes
In this module, we will lay the foundation for understanding core project management concepts. You’ll explore key definitions, roles, and processes, including the relationship between projects, programs, and portfolios. By the end, you'll have a solid grasp of project governance and stakeholder engagement.
What's included
11 videos1 assignment
11 videos•Total 31 minutes
- What Exactly Is a Project? Key Definitions Explained•4 minutes
- Programs, Portfolios, and How Projects Fit In•3 minutes
- Projects vs Operations: What's the Real Difference?•2 minutes
- Why Project Management Matters More Than Ever•2 minutes
- Project Governance & Phases: The Full Lifecycle•3 minutes
- Milestones, Deliverables & Constraints Explained•3 minutes
- Organizational Structures: Functional, Matrix & More•3 minutes
- Stakeholders in Projects: Roles, Types & Power•3 minutes
- The Project Manager's Role: Leader, Integrator, Strategist•3 minutes
- Key Supporting Roles: Sponsor, Initiator & Managers•3 minutes
- Quick Review – Project Management Basics Recap•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Project Management Basics & Key Concepts (Domain 1 – Fundamentals) - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will dive into the PMBOK 7 framework, focusing on its principles and performance domains. You’ll learn how to engage stakeholders, manage teams, plan projects, and handle risk effectively. This module prepares you to apply these principles in real-world project management scenarios.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
8 videos•Total 26 minutes
- What's New in PMBOK 7: From Processes to Principles•3 minutes
- 12 Project Management Principles You Must Know•5 minutes
- Stakeholder Domain: Engage the Right Way•3 minutes
- Team Domain: Building High-Performance Teams•3 minutes
- Planning & Work Domains: From Roadmap to Execution•3 minutes
- Delivery & Measurement Domains Simplified•3 minutes
- Risk & Uncertainty Domains: Managing the Unknown•3 minutes
- Quick Review – PMBOK 7 Summary•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- PMBOK 7 Principles & Performance Domains (Domain 1 – Fundamentals) - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore the five process groups and how to apply the PMBOK 6 framework in predictive project environments. You’ll also learn to tailor processes to meet specific project needs, track performance, and effectively manage changes and risks.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
8 videos•Total 26 minutes
- Process Groups – Initiating to Closing•4 minutes
- 49 Processes Explained Simply•4 minutes
- Inputs, Tools & Techniques, Outputs•4 minutes
- Process Tailoring: What You Really Need to Know•3 minutes
- Enterprise Environmental Factors and Organizational Process Assets•3 minutes
- Work Performance Data vs Information vs Reports•3 minutes
- Change Requests and PMIS•3 minutes
- Quick Recap Notes on This Section•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Process Groups & PMBOK 6 Framework (Domain 2 – Predictive Projects) - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will guide you through the essential processes of scope management. You will learn how to define, validate, and control project scope, as well as manage scope in Agile environments, ensuring that your project stays focused on the right deliverables.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
8 videos•Total 21 minutes
- Introduction to Project Scope Management•2 minutes
- Scope Management Plan – Collect Requirements•3 minutes
- Define Scope – Creating the Project Scope Statement•2 minutes
- Create WBS – Structuring Scope into Manageable Components•3 minutes
- WBS Finalization – Verifying Work Packages and Deliverables•2 minutes
- Validate Scope – Gaining Formal Acceptance of Deliverables•3 minutes
- Scope Baseline & WBS Dictionary – Controlling Project Clarity•3 minutes
- Agile Scope Management – Flexibility Over Fixed Deliverables•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Scope Management – Defining and Controlling What Matters - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will cover how to plan, develop, and control the project schedule. You’ll learn to apply key scheduling techniques, including float, leads, and lags, while also exploring how Agile approaches contribute to adaptive and flexible project timelines.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
8 videos•Total 19 minutes
- Define Activities – Breaking Down the Work for Scheduling•2 minutes
- Sequence Activities & Network Diagrams – Building Logical Project Flow•2 minutes
- Estimate Activity Durations – Using PERT, Analogous & Expert Judgement•3 minutes
- Develop Schedule – Critical Path, Float & Compression Techniques•3 minutes
- Float, Leads, Lags – Forward & Backward Pass Explained•3 minutes
- Schedule Compression – Crashing, Fast Tracking & Optimization Techniques•3 minutes
- Control Schedule – Monitoring Progress and Staying on Track•2 minutes
- Agile Scheduling – Iteration Planning, Timeboxing & Flexibility•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Schedule Management – Planning and Controlling Time Effectively - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore the key concepts of cost management, including cost estimation, budgeting, and control. You will learn how to use EVM and forecasting techniques to track performance and manage costs effectively, including in Agile environments.
What's included
9 videos1 assignment
9 videos•Total 23 minutes
- Introduction to Cost Management – Planning and Controlling Project Budgets•2 minutes
- Estimate Costs – Choosing the Right Techniques for Accurate Budgeting•2 minutes
- Determine Budget – Creating the Cost Baseline for Project Control•2 minutes
- Earned Value Management (EVM) – Monitoring Cost & Schedule Performance•2 minutes
- EVM Formulas – SPI, CPI & Variance Analysis Made Simple•3 minutes
- Forecasting Techniques – EAC, ETC, TCPI & Future Cost Predictions•3 minutes
- Control Costs – Managing Budget Variances and Corrective Actions•3 minutes
- Agile Costing – Managing Budgets in Adaptive Environments•2 minutes
- Quick Notes – Cost Management Summary & Key Takeaways•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Cost Management – Estimating, Budgeting & Controlling Project Costs - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will focus on quality management in projects. You will learn how to plan, manage, and control quality to ensure project deliverables meet the required standards. Agile quality management will also be explored, emphasizing continuous improvement.
What's included
6 videos1 assignment
6 videos•Total 16 minutes
- Plan Quality Management – Defining Standards for Project Excellence•3 minutes
- Manage Quality – Driving Process Excellence and Assurance•3 minutes
- Control Quality – Inspecting Deliverables for Compliance and Defects•2 minutes
- The 7 Basic Quality Tools – Visualizing and Solving Quality Problems•4 minutes
- Agile Quality – Building In Excellence Through Iteration and Feedback•2 minutes
- Quick Notes – Quality Management Recap & Key Points•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Quality Management – Ensuring Project Deliverable Excellence - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore resource management strategies, focusing on aligning people and assets to meet project goals. You will learn how to acquire resources, build and manage teams, and effectively control resources to keep the project on track and ensure efficiency.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
8 videos•Total 19 minutes
- Introduction to Resource Management – Aligning People and Physical Assets•2 minutes
- Estimate Activity Resources – Planning for People, Materials & Equipment•3 minutes
- Acquire Resources – Securing the Right People and Tools for the Job•2 minutes
- Develop Team – Building High-Performing Teams with the Tuckman Model•2 minutes
- Manage Team – Leading with Emotional Intelligence & Conflict Resolution•2 minutes
- Control Resources – Monitoring Physical Assets & Addressing Variances•2 minutes
- Agile Team Roles and Structures – Leading in Adaptive Environments•3 minutes
- Quick Notes – Resource Management Summary & Key Insights•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Resource Management – Leading, Developing & Optimizing Teams - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will delve into the fundamentals of communication management. You will learn how to craft and execute an effective communication plan, ensuring clear and timely messaging to stakeholders, with a focus on Agile techniques that support collaboration and real-time updates.
What's included
6 videos1 assignment
6 videos•Total 14 minutes
- Plan Communications – Crafting an Effective Information Strategy•3 minutes
- Manage Communications – Executing the Plan & Ensuring Clarity•2 minutes
- Monitor Communications – Evaluating Effectiveness and Making Adjustments•2 minutes
- Communication Methods, Channels & 5Cs – Delivering Clear and Effective Messages•3 minutes
- Agile Communication – Sync-Ups, Feedback Loops & Real-Time Collaboration•2 minutes
- Quick Notes – Communication Management Recap•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Communication Management – Delivering the Right Message to the Right People - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will cover the essential aspects of risk management. You will learn to identify, analyze, and respond to risks, while also discovering how to adapt risk management practices in Agile environments for greater flexibility and adaptability.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
7 videos•Total 17 minutes
- Plan Risk Management – Laying the Groundwork for Risk Preparedness•2 minutes
- Identify Risks – Uncovering Threats and Opportunities Early•2 minutes
- Qualitative & Quantitative Risk Analysis – Prioritizing and Measuring Uncertainty•3 minutes
- Plan Risk Responses – Strategizing for Threats and Opportunities•3 minutes
- Implement & Monitor Risks – Executing Responses and Staying Alert•2 minutes
- Agile Risk Planning – Iterative Risk Management for Adaptive Projects•2 minutes
- Quick Notes – Risk Management Essentials at a Glance•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Risk Management – Identifying, Evaluating & Responding to Project Uncertainty - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will guide you through procurement management, from planning and sourcing to managing stakeholders and contracts. You’ll also explore how Agile procurement practices enhance collaboration and adaptability in acquiring goods and services for your project.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
7 videos•Total 19 minutes
- Plan Procurement – Building a Sourcing Strategy for Project Success•3 minutes
- Procurement & Stakeholder Management – Aligning Buyers, Sellers, and Expectations•3 minutes
- Conduct Procurements – Selecting the Right Seller and Sealing the Deal•2 minutes
- Procurement Stakeholder Engagement – Managing Expectations Through the Contract•2 minutes
- Control Procurements – Monitoring Contracts and Managing Performance•3 minutes
- Agile Stakeholder Collaboration – Co-Creating Value in Flexible Procurement•3 minutes
- Quick Notes – Procurement Management Summary & Final Takeaways•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Procurement Management – Acquiring Goods, Services & Contracting Wisely - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will introduce you to Agile and Hybrid environments, emphasizing their flexibility and adaptability. You’ll learn to apply Scrum principles, measure progress using Agile metrics, and determine the best life cycle approach to suit your project’s needs.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
8 videos•Total 20 minutes
- Foundations of Agile & Hybrid Environments – Embracing Adaptive Delivery•3 minutes
- Scrum Framework – Roles, Events & Artifacts Explained•3 minutes
- Agile in Practice: Tools, Ceremonies, and Team Roles•2 minutes
- Agile Metrics: Velocity, Burndown Charts & Lead Time Explained•2 minutes
- MVP, User Stories & Timeboxing: Agile Concepts for CAPM Success•3 minutes
- Agile, Predictive & Hybrid Life Cycles – Choosing the Right Approach for Project•2 minutes
- Tailoring Agile Projects: Adapting Practices Without Losing Value•2 minutes
- Quick Notes – Agile & Hybrid Project Environments Recap•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Agile & Hybrid Environments – Adapting Projects with Flexibility and Flow - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will cover the role of business analysis in project management. You’ll learn essential techniques for requirements gathering, stakeholder engagement, and the creation of business cases, all vital for successful project delivery in the context of CAPM.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
8 videos•Total 17 minutes
- What Is Business Analysis? Foundations for CAPM•2 minutes
- Business Analyst Roles & Responsibilities in Project Environments•2 minutes
- Requirements Gathering & Documentation – Techniques for CAPM Success•2 minutes
- Facilitate the Roadmap & Build a Business Case That Gets Approved•2 minutes
- Stakeholder Engagement & Influence Planning for Business Analysts•2 minutes
- Business Analysis – Elicit, Document, and Trace Requirements Across the Lifecycle•2 minutes
- Define Acceptance Criteria & Clarify the "Definition of Done"•2 minutes
- Monitor Product Performance & Evaluate Business Outcomes•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Business Analysis Frameworks (Domain 4) - Assessment•15 minutes
In this final module, we will equip you with strategies to boost your confidence and perform your best on exam day. You’ll also engage in a quick review of key concepts through flashcards and learn how to plan your career following the successful completion of the CAPM exam.
What's included
3 videos1 reading3 assignments
3 videos•Total 8 minutes
- Final Tips for Exam Day: Boost Confidence & Beat the CAPM•2 minutes
- Rapid Flashcard Recap: ITTOs, Formulas & Definitions for CAPM•3 minutes
- What to Do After CAPM: Career Planning & Next Steps•2 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
- Conclusion to the Course 'CAPM Exam Training – Project Management Foundations'•10 minutes
3 assignments•Total 90 minutes
- Practice Exam, Exam Strategy & Final Readiness - Assessment•15 minutes
- Full Course Assessment•60 minutes
- Full Course Practice Assessment•15 minutes
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The CAPM Exam Training – Project Management Foundations is a comprehensive program designed to prepare individuals for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) exam. This course focuses on the essential concepts and practices of project management, guided by the latest standards such as PMBOK 7. It is highly relevant as project management is a critical skill in today's fast-paced and ever-evolving business environment, helping professionals ensure that projects are completed successfully, on time, and within budget.
This course provides in-depth coverage of the key principles and practices necessary for passing the CAPM exam. It explores fundamental project management topics, the PMBOK 7 principles, and Agile methodologies, along with practical tools and techniques for managing projects. Through this course, learners gain the knowledge and strategies required to pass the CAPM exam and apply project management skills in real-world scenarios.
After completing this course, you will be fully prepared to take the CAPM exam. You will have a strong understanding of project management principles and the skills to plan, execute, and control projects effectively. You will be able to manage projects across various domains such as scheduling, cost, quality, and risk, and be equipped to work in both traditional and Agile project environments.
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