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Project Management Fundamentals - Chinese: On-Demand The course provides practical skills, concepts and principles that can be brought back to the workplace, as well as the insights needed to adapt them to specific project contexts. Many projects are managed by competent and efficient project managers who have not received professional project management training. The work of these project managers includes optimizing processes, planning marketing, developing new products, event planning and implementation, and other project work. Project Management Fundamentals (PMF) is a project management course specially designed for such people, aiming to help such managers build a solid project management knowledge base without affecting their own work too much. The course covers practical skills, theoretical foundations, working principles required in real work situations, and how to flexibly apply the acquired knowledge to special project situations. The goal of this lesson is to improve the quality of work by learning how to plan, manage and control projects effectively. Based on this, the course will focus on a process-oriented, analytically-oriented and systems-oriented approach. These frameworks will help students improve their problem-solving and decision-making skills in real-world projects, with particular emphasis on the collaborative, effective communication, and interpersonal skills needed to manage projects. These contents will run through the entire PMF course, and will be explained in the following two units: People and Projects Execution , Communication , and Building Project Teams What You Will Learn At the end of the course you will be able to: Describe the value of strong project management Identify the characteristics of successful projects and project managers Recognize how current agile/adaptive practices fit into project management Explore the project management process, including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing Use project management processes and tools based on case studies and real-world contexts Create a preliminary project plan Use standard project management terminology Basic Concepts Project Management and Related Definitions The Value and Emphasis of Project Management Competitive Constraints and Project Success project life cycle People and Projects Overview of people and projects project manager project team people and projects in the organization Initiating and Defining Requirements Startup project Create a project charter Conduct stakeholder assessments define requirements Using a Work Breakdown Structure Define the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Create a working WBS use WBS Managing Project Risk Rationale for risk management Risk Planning Overview identify risks analyze risk Planning Risk Responses Implement response and monitor risks Adaptive Environmental Considerations Estimate Preparation Define estimates Estimation method Estimation practice estimated cost Verify estimates Scheduling Define the scheduling process and related terminology Sorting and defining dependencies Determine the critical path Consider Schedule Risk vs Optimizing Schedule Execution , Communication , and Building Project Teams From Baseline to Execution Project Communications and Stakeholder Relations efficient team Monitoring and Control Define Monitoring and Control Observing how to control from the perspective of competitive constraints Variance Analysis and Corrective Action (Earned Value) Adaptive Environmental Considerations Closing Project finishing project Focus on Project Transition Focus on post-project evaluation

Project Management Fundamentals - Español: On-Demand What Are You Going To Learn Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Use standard project management terminology Describe the benefits and importance of strong project management Identify the characteristics of a project manager and successful projects Recognize how current agile/adaptive practices are incorporated into project management Explore project management processes, including Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring and Control, and Closing Use project management processes and tools, based on case studies and real world situations Create an initial project plan Fundamental concepts People and Projects Initiation and Definition of Requirements Using the Work Breakdown Structure Project Risk Management Estimate Timeline Execution, Communication and Team Development Monitoring and Control Project Closing

The Project Management Fundamentals course is for entry-level students that are just starting out in the world of project management and need to get to grips with the fundamental skills and knowledge needed by Project Managers. About this course £99.00 29 lessons Certificate of completion included Course curriculum IntroductionCourse IntroductionAbout Your InstructorIntroduction Video Module 1Video Lesson - Projects and Project ManagementVideo Lesson - Triple ConstraintVideo Lesson - Methods & StandardsTest Your Knowledge Quiz Module 2Video Lesson - Project LifecycleTest Your Knowledge Quiz Module 3Video Lesson - Project ProcessesTest Your Knowledge Quiz Module 4Video Lesson - Project PlanningTest Your Knowledge Quiz Module 5Video Lesson - Managing StakeholdersTest Your Knowledge Quiz

Project Management Fundamentals for IT Projects A number of factors impact the new project manager's role within IT - for instance, the need to fully integrate IT into the business improvement process and the advent of distributed technology and Business Process Reengineering. As a result, the range of activities required of a new project manager has greatly increased, as well as the range of people with whom he or she interacts. This workshop enables you to minimize the problems inherent in managing a systems development project. What You Will Learn You'll learn how to: Articulate the benefit of using a project management methodology, processes, and various life cycles for IT projects Articulate on various standards and maturity models that provide benefits to performing organizations that manage IT projects Describe governance, gating, and the processes required for project origination Conduct a stakeholder analysis and describe its benefits throughout the project life cycle Gather good requirements, develop a work breakdown structure (WBS), and establish a baseline project plan Execute against the baseline project plan while managing change and configuration items Monitor and control the project activities using the baseline project plan and earned value management concepts Close the project by conducting scope verification, procurement audits, gathering lessons learned, archiving project records, and releasing resources Getting Started Course goal Course structure Course goals and objectives Foundation Concepts Key definitions and concepts Methodologies, processes, and project life cycles Project success factors and the benefits of standards and models Project Originating and Initiating Originating projects Initiating projects Planning Stakeholder Engagement and Resource Management Planning stakeholder engagement Planning human resources management Developing effective leadership skills Planning Scope and Quality Management Planning project scope Planning project quality Planning Schedule Management Planning project time Identifying schedule activities Sequencing schedule activities Estimating activity resources and time Developing project schedule Optimizing the project schedule Planning Risk and Cost Management Planning for project risks Planning project costs Estimating project costs Developing a project budget Planning Communication and Procurement Management Planning project communications Planning project procurements Project Executing, Monitoring and Controlling, and Closing Project executing Project monitoring and controlling Project closing

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Project Management Fundamentals for IT Projects: In-House Training A number of factors impact the new project manager's role within IT - for instance, the need to fully integrate IT into the business improvement process and the advent of distributed technology and Business Process Reengineering. As a result, the range of activities required of a new project manager has greatly increased, as well as the range of people with whom he or she interacts. This workshop enables you to minimize the problems inherent in managing a systems development project. What You Will Learn You'll learn how to: Articulate the benefit of using a project management methodology, processes, and various life cycles for IT projects Articulate on various standards and maturity models that provide benefits to performing organizations that manage IT projects Describe governance, gating, and the processes required for project origination Conduct a stakeholder analysis and describe its benefits throughout the project life cycle Gather good requirements, develop a work breakdown structure (WBS), and establish a baseline project plan Execute against the baseline project plan while managing change and configuration items Monitor and control the project activities using the baseline project plan and earned value management concepts Close the project by conducting scope verification, procurement audits, gathering lessons learned, archiving project records, and releasing resources Getting Started Course goal Course structure Course goals and objectives Foundation Concepts Key definitions and concepts Methodologies, processes, and project life cycles Project success factors and the benefits of standards and models Project Originating and Initiating Originating projects Initiating projects Planning Stakeholder Engagement and Resource Management Planning stakeholder engagement Planning human resources management Developing effective leadership skills Planning Scope and Quality Management Planning project scope Planning project quality Planning Schedule Management Planning project time Identifying schedule activities Sequencing schedule activities Estimating activity resources and time Developing project schedule Optimizing the project schedule Planning Risk and Cost Management Planning for project risks Planning project costs Estimating project costs Developing a project budget Planning Communication and Procurement Management Planning project communications Planning project procurements Project Executing, Monitoring and Controlling, and Closing Project executing Project monitoring and controlling Project closing

Project Management Fundamentals for IT Projects: Virtual In-House Training A number of factors impact the new project manager's role within IT - for instance, the need to fully integrate IT into the business improvement process and the advent of distributed technology and Business Process Reengineering. As a result, the range of activities required of a new project manager has greatly increased, as well as the range of people with whom he or she interacts. This workshop enables you to minimize the problems inherent in managing a systems development project. What You Will Learn You'll learn how to: Articulate the benefit of using a project management methodology, processes, and various life cycles for IT projects Articulate on various standards and maturity models that provide benefits to performing organizations that manage IT projects Describe governance, gating, and the processes required for project origination Conduct a stakeholder analysis and describe its benefits throughout the project life cycle Gather good requirements, develop a work breakdown structure (WBS), and establish a baseline project plan Execute against the baseline project plan while managing change and configuration items Monitor and control the project activities using the baseline project plan and earned value management concepts Close the project by conducting scope verification, procurement audits, gathering lessons learned, archiving project records, and releasing resources Getting Started Course goal Course structure Course goals and objectives Foundation Concepts Key definitions and concepts Methodologies, processes, and project life cycles Project success factors and the benefits of standards and models Project Originating and Initiating Originating projects Initiating projects Planning Stakeholder Engagement and Resource Management Planning stakeholder engagement Planning human resources management Developing effective leadership skills Planning Scope and Quality Management Planning project scope Planning project quality Planning Schedule Management Planning project time Identifying schedule activities Sequencing schedule activities Estimating activity resources and time Developing project schedule Optimizing the project schedule Planning Risk and Cost Management Planning for project risks Planning project costs Estimating project costs Developing a project budget Planning Communication and Procurement Management Planning project communications Planning project procurements Project Executing, Monitoring and Controlling, and Closing Project executing Project monitoring and controlling Project closing

Description This course introduces students to project management fundamentals. Topics covered include project management basics, types of projects, building the team and schedule, creating the budget, execution, and more. COURSE CONTENT: Module 1 - Getting Started - 3m Getting Started Instructor Introduction Course Objectives Agenda Agenda Module 2 - Project Management Basics - 27m Project Management Basics PMI's PMBOK What is a Project? Attributes of a Project Examples of Projects What is Project Management Project Constraints “The Iron Triangle” Scope Cost Time How do we make this happen? How do we make this happen? The Fundamental Project Life Cycle The Project Life Cycle Fundamental Project Management Process Outputs Examples Unforeseen Circumstances Recommendations Words of Wisdom The Tools Fundamental Project Management Tools Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools The People Objectives Stakeholder Customer Sponsor Team Members Management Project Manager's Role Project Manager's Responsibilities Time Management Matrix Time Management Matrix Time IS Money The Benefits of Project Management Summary Agenda Module 3 - Where Do Projects Come From - 56m Where Do Projects Come From Types of Organizations Enterprise Portfolio Management The Agenda BM101 Mission Vision Goals Business Strategy Management By Objectives Balanced Scorecard Approach Balanced Goals Objectives SMART Objectives from Balanced Goals SMART Objectives from Balanced Goals cont. Key Performance Indicators Action Plans BM101 Summary Project Management 101 PM Quotes Phases and Knowledge Areas 10 Knowledge Areas Aligned The Project Triangle PM101 PM101 Programs Portfolio PM101 Summary Enterprise Portfolio Management The Connection The Enterprise V Plans The Enterprise V Objectives The Enterprise V Programs The Enterprise V Portfolio Another View Enterprise Portfolio Management Versus Program & Project Management Summary Why Great ROI? But why is it necessary? Matrix Organization Structure Review Cadence How Projects Are Selected Objectives Needs Identification Business Case Enterprise Portfolio Management Proposing Projects Project Selection “The Funnel Flowchart” Project Prioritization Exercise Thirst Beverage Corporation Project Challenge Agenda Module 4 - Types of Projects - 32m Types of Projects Predictive Versus Agile Predictive Versus Agile Project Management Traditional Versus Agile Project Management Predictive Versus Agile The Predictive Project Life Cycle An Agile Project Life Cycle The Scrum Framework - Modified An Agile Project Life Cycle The Big Picture The Divide Agenda Module 5 - Initiation - 28m Initiation Our Project Our Project Setup 6 Essential Features for a PMIS PMIS Examples Leveraging Microsoft Teams Leveraging Microsoft Teams PMI's Project Life Cycle Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Project Charter Leveraging Microsoft Teams Creating a Project Charter Creating a Project Charter Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Stakeholder Register Leveraging Microsoft Teams Stakeholder Register Stakeholder Register Creating a Project Charter “The Iron Triangle” Agenda Module 6 - Building the Team - 24m Building the Team The Fundamental Project Life Cycle Build a High Performing Team Benefits of a High Performing Team Stages of Team Development Team Charter Working Agreement Working Agreement Leveraging Microsoft Teams Being a Good Leader Being a Servant Leader Servant Leader Kickoff Meeting Conducting Effective Meetings Agenda Module 7 - Building the Schedule - 52m Building the Schedule The Fundamental Project Life Cycle Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools What a Schedule looks like….according to Google Benefits of a Project Schedule Aligning To PMI Steps to Build a Schedule 1 Plan Schedule Management Our project 1 Plan Schedule Management Steps to Build a Schedule Project Schedule….according to PMI How to Define Activities What Does It Look Like? Option 2 - WBS* by Work Package Option 3 - WBS By Phase Steps to Build a Schedule Leveraging Microsoft Teams “The Iron Triangle” Microsoft Scheduling Tool Capability Model Microsoft Scheduling Tool Capability Model Project Schedule in Excel Project Schedule in Microsoft Project Project Schedule in Project Online Agenda Module 8 - Creating the Budget - 24m Creating the Budget The Fundamental Project Life Cycle Project Cost Management General Notes Types of Costs What is a budget? Aligning To PMI Steps to Create a Budget 1. Plan Cost Management The Budget Tool Microsoft Scheduling Tool Capability Model Estimated Costs and Budget in Microsoft Project “The Iron Triangle” Agenda Module 9 - Planning Wrap Up - 6m Planning Wrap Up “The Iron Triangle” The Fundamental Project Life Cycle Perform Analysis Obtain Approval Save a Baseline Aligning to PMI Progressive Elaboration Agenda Module 10 - Execution - 41m Execution The Fundamental Project Life Cycle Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Managing Your Project Update Schedule and Actual Costs Managing Your Project Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Risks Aligning To PMI Risk Management Risk Management Processes Risk Register Risk Management Risk Probability Impact Assessment Risk Management Risk Register Risk Management Risk Management Risk Management Risk Register Risk Management Managing Your Project Issues Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Issue Log Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Status Report Status Report Status Report Project Status Report Agenda Module 11A - Monitor and Control - 11m Monitor and Control What is Monitor and Control? What is Monitor and Control? What should you monitor? What should you monitor? Project Control Project Control Principles Control Scope What should you monitor? Control Schedule What should you monitor? Control Costs What should you monitor? Module 11B - Earned Value Management - 41m Progress Monitoring Earned Value Management Earned Value Analysis Our Project Pipeline Project The Process to Set Up Pipeline Schedule Baseline Cost over Time Performance Measures Baselined Cost - Timephased PV - Planned Value PV - Planned Value PV - Planned Value PV - Planned Value The Process to Maintain Performing Analysis Performance Measures EV - Earned Value EV - Earned Value EV - Earned Value Performance Measures AC - Actual Cost AC - Actual Cost AC - Actual Cost Variances Cost Variance Schedule Variance Total Variance Graphical Representation Graphical Representation Graphical Representation Graphical Representation Microsoft Project - Math Check! Visual Reports in MS Project Report Exported from MS Project to Excel Aligning with Reality Revised Plan Reschedule Uncomplete Work in MS Project Revised Plan Revised Plan The Moral of the Story Performance Indexes Cost Performance Index Schedule Performance Index Completion Metrics Completion Metrics Completion Metrics Completion Metrics Completion Metrics Project Status as of 4/30 The Process to Maintain Project Status as of 4/30 Microsoft Project Math Check! Why Measure? Why Measure? What should you monitor? Module 11C - Other Items to Monitor - 19m What should you monitor? Risk Monitor and Control Risk Monitor and Control What should you monitor? Control Issues What should you monitor? Manage Stakeholder Engagement What should you monitor? Control Documents What should you monitor? Control The Product, Service or Result Control The Product, Service or Result Quality Terms and Definitions 7 Basic Quality Tools Controlling Quality What should you monitor? Module 11D - Controlling Changes - 3m Controlling Changes Controlling Changes Example Change Request Process Agenda Module 12 - Closure - 9m Closure Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Customer Feedback Customer Feedback Survey Lessons Learned Lessons Learned Fundamental Project Management Processes and Tools Project Summary Report Performance Evaluations Documentation Close-out Celebration Agenda Module 13 - Course Wrap Up - 14m Course Wrap Up Project Procurement Management Project Procurement Management Project Procurement Management Typical Steps Procurement Statement of Work Typical Steps Bid Document Typical Steps Contract Types of Contracts Typical Steps Control Procurements Typical Steps Close Procurements Typical Steps Congratulations! Objectives Review Agenda Total Duration: 6h 32m

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