Project - Monitoring and Control
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Project - Monitoring and Control
This course is part of Project Management in Construction Specialization
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Skills you'll gain
- Project Controls
- Project Risk Management
- Communication Planning
- Risk Management
- Communication Strategies
- Subcontracting
- Supply Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Purchasing
- Supplier Management
- Procurement
- Stakeholder Management
- Vendor Management
- Stakeholder Communications
- Quality Monitoring
- Project Performance
- Strategic Communication
- Quality Management
- Quality Improvement
- Environment Health And Safety
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There are 4 modules in this course
This is the Second course of βProject β Monitoring and Controlβ specialization program. The course, titled "Project planning and execution management," is designed to provide a thorough exploration of Quality and EHS management, Procurement & Subcontract management, Communication & Stakeholder Management, Project Monitoring & Control.
This course covers key areas essential for successful project delivery. Leaners will delve into the principles of Quality Management, focusing on processes, standards, and methodologies to ensure the delivery of high-quality project outcomes. You will gain insights into procurement planning, sourcing, and supplier management. The Leaners will explore strategies for managing stakeholder expectations, resolving conflicts, and maintaining transparent and efficient communication channels throughout the project lifecycle. They will also learn the tools and techniques to track project progress, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions. Finally you will learn the Key performance indicators, earned value analysis, and risk management strategies will be explored to ensure that projects stay on course and within budget. The course concludes with case studies and practical applications applying to the learned concepts. The leaners are assessed through quizzes and assignments. Upon successful completion, participants receive certification, validating their comprehensive understanding of project monitoring and control.
This module focuses on Quality and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Management, providing a comprehensive understanding of foundational principles. Learners will understand the Dimensions of Quality, gaining insights into key aspects such as performance, features, reliability, conformance, durability, serviceability, and aesthetics. Then you will learn the practical application of quality improvement through 7 Quality Tools to identify, analyze, and address quality issues effectively. This module is designed for leaners seeking to enhance their quality management skills and contribute to the overall success of projects through robust quality practices.
What's included
14 videos1 assignment
14 videosβ’Total 97 minutes
- About the Specializationβ’3 minutes
- About the Courseβ’3 minutes
- Introduction to Occupational Health, Safety and Environmentβ’7 minutes
- Reasons for Maintaining Good Standards of Health and Safety in the Workplaceβ’6 minutes
- Barriers to Good Standards of Health and Safetyβ’4 minutes
- Defining Qualityβ’11 minutes
- Dimensions of Qualityβ’10 minutes
- Construction Project Qualityβ’6 minutes
- Quality Management System Part- 1β’8 minutes
- Quality Management System Part- 2β’7 minutes
- 7 Quality Tools 1β’8 minutes
- 7 Quality Tools 2β’6 minutes
- Control Chart & Cost of Quality 1β’13 minutes
- Control Chart & Cost of Quality 2β’4 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 30 minutes
- Assessment on Quality & EHS Managementβ’30 minutes
This Module helps to learn the essential skills and knowledge in Procurement & Subcontracts Management, Vendor Management, Inventory Management, and Supply Chain Management. This module helps the learners to understand the intricacies of acquiring goods and services, exploring strategies for effective vendor selection, negotiation, and management. The module extends its focus to inventory management, providing insights into optimizing stock levels, reducing costs, and enhancing operational efficiency. Furthermore, the leaners will gain a understanding of supply chain dynamics, emphasizing the integration of seamless processes for the efficient flow of goods and services.
What's included
13 videos1 assignment
13 videosβ’Total 97 minutes
- Basic Concepts and Introduction - Procurement - 1β’5 minutes
- Basic Concepts and Introduction - Procurement - 2β’7 minutes
- Supply Chain Managementβ’9 minutes
- Logistics and Transportation part - 1β’5 minutes
- Logistics and Transportation part -2β’8 minutes
- Project Procurement and Subcontract Management (part 1)β’6 minutes
- Project Procurement and Subcontract Management (part 2)β’9 minutes
- Project Procurement and Subcontract Management (part 3)β’11 minutes
- Project Procurement and Subcontract Management (part 4)β’5 minutes
- Vendor Managementβ’11 minutes
- Inventory Management (part 1)β’5 minutes
- Inventory Management (part 2)β’10 minutes
- Inventory Management (part 3)β’6 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 30 minutes
- Assessment on Procurement & Subcontractsβ’30 minutes
The module starts with Stakeholder Analysis, learning techniques to identify and assess stakeholders' interests, influence, and potential impact on project outcomes. Then the module emphasizes Stakeholder Engagement, helping learners to build positive relationships and ensure stakeholders' active involvement throughout the project lifecycle. Additionally, this module on the 7C's of Communication provides a robust framework for crafting clear, concise, and compelling messages. Project Communication Management principles will be explored to enhance overall communication effectiveness. The module concludes with strategies to deal effectively with challenging stakeholders, equipping learners with the skills to navigate complex stakeholder dynamics successfully.
What's included
16 videos1 assignment
16 videosβ’Total 118 minutes
- Stakeholder Introductionβ’4 minutes
- Stakeholder Introduction part -2β’12 minutes
- Stakeholder Analysis part -1β’8 minutes
- Stakeholder Analysis part -2β’9 minutes
- Stakeholder Analysis- Cultural barriersβ’6 minutes
- Stakeholder Engagement - 1β’5 minutes
- Stakeholder Engagement - 2β’12 minutes
- Importance of Communicationβ’7 minutes
- 7C's of Communication Part -1β’9 minutes
- 7C's of Communication Part -2β’5 minutes
- Project Communicationβ’6 minutes
- Project communication - reportβ’8 minutes
- Project communication - Kickoff meetingβ’8 minutes
- Dealing with Difficult Stakeholders - 1β’5 minutes
- Dealing with Difficult Stakeholders - 2β’2 minutes
- Ways to avoid Miscommunication β’12 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 30 minutes
- Assessment on Communication & Stakeholder Managementβ’30 minutes
The Module starts with advanced Analysis Techniques, gaining proficiency in evaluating project performance, identifying variances, and making data-driven decisions. The module further helps us to understand Visualization Techniques, how to present complex project data in clear and insightful ways. Through a hands-on Case Study, participants will apply learned concepts to real-world scenarios, to develop the skills needed to analyze project performance, identify deviations, and ensure projects stay on course.
What's included
10 videos1 assignment
10 videosβ’Total 83 minutes
- Introduction to Monitoring and Controllingβ’7 minutes
- Introduction to Analysis Techniquesβ’4 minutes
- Analysis Techniquesβ’7 minutes
- Visualization Techniquesβ’5 minutes
- Elements of Controlβ’7 minutes
- Case study - monitor and control Part -1β’13 minutes
- Case study - monitor and control Part -2β’11 minutes
- Case study - monitor and control Part -3β’10 minutes
- Case study - monitor and control Part -4β’11 minutes
- Monitor and Control Quality and risksβ’8 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 30 minutes
- Assessment on Project Monitoring & Controlβ’30 minutes
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