Course Overview:
With this course you will gain a basic understanding of Project Management based on the Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge® – 5th Edition. The course covers information on project management theory, principles, techniques, and methods.
During the course, exercises are made based upon a case study. The case study may be one of three predefined case studies or a customized case study from the participant's organization (see below: customization).
Target Audience:
Managers, project team members or non-project managers working in a project environment who want to improve their effectiveness. Entry level for PM practitioners.
Learning Objectives:
Individuals certified at this level will have demonstrated their understanding of:
The basics of Project Management and be able to contribute to projects based upon the knowledge related to the Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge® – 5th Edition.
Benefits of Taking This Course:
The course will enable them to operate efficiently in a project environment, participants will be able to contribute to successful projects and how to manage them.
Prerequisites:
None
Course Materials:
Students will receive a course manual with presentation slides and reference materials.
Examination:
There is no exam for this course.
Technical Requirements:
For eBooks:
Internet for downloading the eBook
Laptop, tablet, Smartphone, eReader (No Kindle)
Adobe DRM supported software (e.g. Digital Editions, Bluefire Reader)
eBook download and activation instructions
Agenda:
Module 1: Getting Started
Module 2: The Big Picture
Module 3: Definitions, Concept & Life Cycles
Module 4: People, Projects and Framework
Module 5: Initiating and Defining Requirements
Module 6: Using the Work Breakdown Structure
Module 7: Managing Project Risk
Module 8: Estimating
Module 9: Scheduling
Module 10: Executing, Communicating, and Developing the Team
Module 11: Monitoring and Controlling
Module 12: Closing the Project