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This course is part of the PMP Exam Prep Certification Training Specialization
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  • Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
  • Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
  • Earn a shareable career certificate

There are 5 modules in this course

Pass the PMP® Exam. Linked to the Technical skill area of the PMI Talent Triangle®, this course focuses on the technical aspects of successfully managing projects.

Topics will delve into the core skills of scope, cost, and schedule management and integrating these concepts to develop a master project plan. Participants will also need to demonstrate an understanding of quality, risk, and procurement management and use techniques such as earned value, critical path methodology, and general data gathering and analysis techniques. This course focuses on the technical skills of successfully managing projects. Topics will include: 1. Estimating 2. Reviewing project management methods 3. Planning for scope, schedule and cost throughout a project 4. Demonstrating some understanding of quality improvement, risk management, and procurement management 5. Applying the concepts of earned value analysis and critical path scheduling technique. Regardless of the type of project you're working on, staying up to date with proven methods to manage your projects will allow you to get work done as effectively and efficiently as possible. The flexibility demonstrated through implementation of these tools allows project managers to switch between traditional methods when needed or gain new ways of working for different projects. Making the switch from “traditional” project management to agile is not always straightforward, and it can be particularly challenging for organizations who are accustomed to a predictive environment. However, with the right guidance and support, the transition doesn't have to be overwhelming. This course will help learners gain valuable insight into applying the adaptive techniques (iterative, incremental, or agile) that can make the transition smoother should you choose to do so in your real world projects. Adaptive techniques may feel unfamiliar and cumbersome at first, but with an open mind and some perseverance, the rewards can be great. By the end of the course, you will be exposed to the tools and techniques to ensure your projects are utilizing the most appropriate methods, tools, and techniques that meet the needs of your project–and meet the expectations of your stakeholders. Learners will discover that project managers can quickly adapt to any new situation they face by focusing on the goals they want to achieve and the value they expect to deliver. They should embrace change and recognize that there will always be new ideas, methods, and technology available for them to adopt. Additionally, upon successful completion of this course, learners can earn 8 contact hours of project management education which are recognized by the Project Management Institute (PMI). A total of 35 contact hours in project management education are a requirement to those looking to achieve the Project Management Professional (PMP®)certification. Learners will finish this course with increased knowledge of the better practice tips to engage stakeholders and be more than ready to continue their project management and PMP® journey, which we hope completes your certificate with us.

What's included

6 videos7 readings7 assignments

6 videosTotal 97 minutes
  • Welcome to the Course - Video4 minutes
  • 1.1.1 First Steps to Project Excellence - Video12 minutes
  • 1.2.1 Crafting the Project Charter and Project Plan - Video9 minutes
  • 1.3.1 Defining Project Boundaries: Scope Management in Action - Video26 minutes
  • 1.4.1 Developing a Project Timeline That Delivers Results - Video32 minutes
  • 1.5.1 Dollars and Sense: Planning Cost Management in Project Delivery- Video14 minutes
7 readingsTotal 50 minutes
  • Welcome to the Course2 minutes
  • Course Syllabus & FAQs1 minute
  • 1.1.2 First Steps to Project Excellence - Lesson Summary5 minutes
  • 1.2.2 Crafting the Project Charter and Project Plan - Lesson Summary7 minutes
  • 1.3.2 Defining Project Boundaries: Scope Management in Action - Lesson Summary15 minutes
  • 1.4.2 Developing a Project Timeline That Delivers Results - Lesson Summary15 minutes
  • 1.5.2 Dollars and Sense: Planning Cost Management in Project Delivery - Lesson Summary5 minutes
7 assignmentsTotal 50 minutes
  • Weekly Quiz 120 minutes
  • 1.1.3 First Steps to Project Excellence - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 1.2.3 Crafting the Project Charter and Project Plan - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 1.2.4 Process Check - Process Check - Project Charter5 minutes
  • 1.3.3 Defining Project Boundaries: Scope Management in Action - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 1.4.3 Developing a Project Timeline That Delivers Results - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 1.5.3 Dollars and Sense: Planning Cost Management in Project Delivery - Knowledge Checks5 minutes

What's included

5 videos5 readings7 assignments

5 videosTotal 66 minutes
  • 2.1.1 Satisfying Quality Requirements - Video15 minutes
  • 2.2.1 Safeguarding Project Results Through Risk Management - Video15 minutes
  • 2.3.1 Planning for Procurement Success - Video18 minutes
  • 2.4.1 Beyond Tasks and Timelines: Planning for People Interactions - Video9 minutes
  • 2.5.1 Unifying Project Plans - Video10 minutes
5 readingsTotal 36 minutes
  • 2.1.2 Satisfying Quality Requirements - Lesson Summary10 minutes
  • 2.2.2 Safeguarding Project Results Through Risk Management - Lesson Summary9 minutes
  • 2.3.2 Planning for Procurement Success - Lesson Summary8 minutes
  • 2.4.2 Beyond Tasks and Timelines: Planning for People Interactions - Lesson Summary4 minutes
  • 2.5.2 Unifying Project Plans - Lesson Summary5 minutes
7 assignmentsTotal 50 minutes
  • Weekly Quiz 220 minutes
  • 2.1.3 Satisfying Quality Requirements - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 2.2.3 Safeguarding Project Results Through Risk Management - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 2.2.4 Risk Statements - Process Check5 minutes
  • 2.3.3 Planning for Procurement Success - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 2.4.3 Beyond Tasks and Timelines: Planning for People Interactions - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 2.5.3 Unifying Project Plans - Knowledge Checks5 minutes

What's included

5 videos5 readings7 assignments

5 videosTotal 32 minutes
  • 3.1.1 Orchestrating Project Success - Video8 minutes
  • 3.2.1 Harnessing Project Success Through Knowledge Management - Video7 minutes
  • 3.3.1 Optimizing Project Outcomes Through Quality Management - Video3 minutes
  • 3.4.1 Achieving Project Resilience Through Risk Response Implementation - Video5 minutes
  • 3.5.1 Pursuing Procurement Peak Performance - Video9 minutes
5 readingsTotal 15 minutes
  • 3.1.2 Orchestrating Project Success - Lesson Summary4 minutes
  • 3.2.2 Harnessing Project Success Through Knowledge Management - Lesson Summary4 minutes
  • 3.3.2 Optimizing Project Outcomes Through Quality Management - Lesson Summary1 minute
  • 3.4.2 Achieving Project Resilience Through Risk Response Implementation - Lesson Summary2 minutes
  • 3.5.2 Pursuing Procurement Peak Performance - Lesson Summary4 minutes
7 assignmentsTotal 50 minutes
  • Weekly Quiz 320 minutes
  • 3.1.3 Orchestrating Project Success - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 3.2.3 Harnessing Project Success Through Knowledge Management - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 3.3.3 Optimizing Project Outcomes Through Quality Management - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 3.4.3 Achieving Project Resilience Through Risk Response Implementation - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • Total EMV - Process Check5 minutes
  • 3.5.3 Pursuing Procurement Peak Performance - Knowledge Checks5 minutes

What's included

5 videos5 readings7 assignments

5 videosTotal 47 minutes
  • 4.1.1 Change Management: From Requests to Implementation - Video8 minutes
  • 4.2.1 Project Control of the Triple Constraints - Video15 minutes
  • 4.3.1 High-Quality Deliverables Are a Must - Video14 minutes
  • 4.4.1 Monitor Risks to Rise Above Uncertainty - Video3 minutes
  • 4.5.1 Strategies to Control Resources and Procurements - Video7 minutes
5 readingsTotal 22 minutes
  • 4.1.2 Change Management: From Requests to Implementation - Lesson Summary4 minutes
  • 4.2.2 Project Control of the Triple Constraints - Lesson Summary8 minutes
  • 4.3.2 High-Quality Deliverables Are a Must - Lesson Summary5 minutes
  • 4.4.2 Monitor Risks to Rise Above Uncertainty - Lesson Summary1 minute
  • 4.5.2 Strategies to Control Resources and Procurements - Lesson Summary4 minutes
7 assignmentsTotal 50 minutes
  • Weekly Quiz 420 minutes
  • 4.1.3 Change Management: From Requests to Implementation - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 4.2.3 Project Control of the Triple Constraints - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • Process Check - How is the Project Doing?5 minutes
  • 4.3.3 High-Quality Deliverables Are a Must - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 4.4.3 Monitor Risks to Rise Above Uncertainty - Knowledge Checks5 minutes
  • 4.5.3 Strategies to Control Resources and Procurements - Knowledge Checks5 minutes

What's included

2 readings1 assignment

2 readingsTotal 2 minutes
  • Please Leave us a Rating!1 minute
  • Congratulations! What is Next?1 minute
1 assignmentTotal 45 minutes
  • Final Exam45 minutes

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