PMP Exam Prep: Ways of Working for Technical Projects
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PMP Exam Prep: Ways of Working for Technical Projects
This course is part of PMP Exam Prep Certification Training Specialization
Instructor: Crystal Richards
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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 videos•Total 97 minutes
- Welcome to the Course - Video•4 minutes
- 1.1.1 First Steps to Project Excellence - Video•12 minutes
- 1.2.1 Crafting the Project Charter and Project Plan - Video•9 minutes
- 1.3.1 Defining Project Boundaries: Scope Management in Action - Video•26 minutes
- 1.4.1 Developing a Project Timeline That Delivers Results - Video•32 minutes
- 1.5.1 Dollars and Sense: Planning Cost Management in Project Delivery- Video•14 minutes
7 readings•Total 50 minutes
- Welcome to the Course•2 minutes
- Course Syllabus & FAQs•1 minute
- 1.1.2 First Steps to Project Excellence - Lesson Summary•5 minutes
- 1.2.2 Crafting the Project Charter and Project Plan - Lesson Summary•7 minutes
- 1.3.2 Defining Project Boundaries: Scope Management in Action - Lesson Summary•15 minutes
- 1.4.2 Developing a Project Timeline That Delivers Results - Lesson Summary•15 minutes
- 1.5.2 Dollars and Sense: Planning Cost Management in Project Delivery - Lesson Summary•5 minutes
7 assignments•Total 50 minutes
- Weekly Quiz 1•20 minutes
- 1.1.3 First Steps to Project Excellence - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 1.2.3 Crafting the Project Charter and Project Plan - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 1.2.4 Process Check - Process Check - Project Charter•5 minutes
- 1.3.3 Defining Project Boundaries: Scope Management in Action - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 1.4.3 Developing a Project Timeline That Delivers Results - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 1.5.3 Dollars and Sense: Planning Cost Management in Project Delivery - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
What's included
5 videos5 readings7 assignments
5 videos•Total 66 minutes
- 2.1.1 Satisfying Quality Requirements - Video•15 minutes
- 2.2.1 Safeguarding Project Results Through Risk Management - Video•15 minutes
- 2.3.1 Planning for Procurement Success - Video•18 minutes
- 2.4.1 Beyond Tasks and Timelines: Planning for People Interactions - Video•9 minutes
- 2.5.1 Unifying Project Plans - Video•10 minutes
5 readings•Total 36 minutes
- 2.1.2 Satisfying Quality Requirements - Lesson Summary•10 minutes
- 2.2.2 Safeguarding Project Results Through Risk Management - Lesson Summary•9 minutes
- 2.3.2 Planning for Procurement Success - Lesson Summary•8 minutes
- 2.4.2 Beyond Tasks and Timelines: Planning for People Interactions - Lesson Summary•4 minutes
- 2.5.2 Unifying Project Plans - Lesson Summary•5 minutes
7 assignments•Total 50 minutes
- Weekly Quiz 2•20 minutes
- 2.1.3 Satisfying Quality Requirements - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 2.2.3 Safeguarding Project Results Through Risk Management - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 2.2.4 Risk Statements - Process Check•5 minutes
- 2.3.3 Planning for Procurement Success - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 2.4.3 Beyond Tasks and Timelines: Planning for People Interactions - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 2.5.3 Unifying Project Plans - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
What's included
5 videos5 readings7 assignments
5 videos•Total 32 minutes
- 3.1.1 Orchestrating Project Success - Video•8 minutes
- 3.2.1 Harnessing Project Success Through Knowledge Management - Video•7 minutes
- 3.3.1 Optimizing Project Outcomes Through Quality Management - Video•3 minutes
- 3.4.1 Achieving Project Resilience Through Risk Response Implementation - Video•5 minutes
- 3.5.1 Pursuing Procurement Peak Performance - Video•9 minutes
5 readings•Total 15 minutes
- 3.1.2 Orchestrating Project Success - Lesson Summary•4 minutes
- 3.2.2 Harnessing Project Success Through Knowledge Management - Lesson Summary•4 minutes
- 3.3.2 Optimizing Project Outcomes Through Quality Management - Lesson Summary•1 minute
- 3.4.2 Achieving Project Resilience Through Risk Response Implementation - Lesson Summary•2 minutes
- 3.5.2 Pursuing Procurement Peak Performance - Lesson Summary•4 minutes
7 assignments•Total 50 minutes
- Weekly Quiz 3•20 minutes
- 3.1.3 Orchestrating Project Success - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 3.2.3 Harnessing Project Success Through Knowledge Management - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 3.3.3 Optimizing Project Outcomes Through Quality Management - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 3.4.3 Achieving Project Resilience Through Risk Response Implementation - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- Total EMV - Process Check•5 minutes
- 3.5.3 Pursuing Procurement Peak Performance - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
What's included
5 videos5 readings7 assignments
5 videos•Total 47 minutes
- 4.1.1 Change Management: From Requests to Implementation - Video•8 minutes
- 4.2.1 Project Control of the Triple Constraints - Video•15 minutes
- 4.3.1 High-Quality Deliverables Are a Must - Video•14 minutes
- 4.4.1 Monitor Risks to Rise Above Uncertainty - Video•3 minutes
- 4.5.1 Strategies to Control Resources and Procurements - Video•7 minutes
5 readings•Total 22 minutes
- 4.1.2 Change Management: From Requests to Implementation - Lesson Summary•4 minutes
- 4.2.2 Project Control of the Triple Constraints - Lesson Summary•8 minutes
- 4.3.2 High-Quality Deliverables Are a Must - Lesson Summary•5 minutes
- 4.4.2 Monitor Risks to Rise Above Uncertainty - Lesson Summary•1 minute
- 4.5.2 Strategies to Control Resources and Procurements - Lesson Summary•4 minutes
7 assignments•Total 50 minutes
- Weekly Quiz 4•20 minutes
- 4.1.3 Change Management: From Requests to Implementation - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 4.2.3 Project Control of the Triple Constraints - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- Process Check - How is the Project Doing?•5 minutes
- 4.3.3 High-Quality Deliverables Are a Must - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 4.4.3 Monitor Risks to Rise Above Uncertainty - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
- 4.5.3 Strategies to Control Resources and Procurements - Knowledge Checks•5 minutes
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2 readings•Total 2 minutes
- Please Leave us a Rating!•1 minute
- Congratulations! What is Next?•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 45 minutes
- Final Exam•45 minutes
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