Course Overview

In this course, students will learn the concepts and processes of Project Management. The goals behind the different phases of project management will be understood, and students will practice using proven methodologies, best practices, tools & techniques which are used to complete projects on time, under budget, and with the right scope. Students will follow the flow of multiple projects while producing outputs for each project phase.

Key Learning Areas

  • Build vocabulary to discuss projects intelligently
  • Understand what skills are necessary to be an effective Project Manager
  • Learn to use available tools to help the Project Management processes
  • Acquire skills in gathering and defining requirements
  • Practice techniques for creating realistic time and cost estimations
  • Complete schedules using various methods and tools
  • Increase awareness of tools and processes to ensure quality in projects
  • Use practical methods to identify and managing risks in projects

Course Outline

  • Introduction to Projects
  • Introduction to Project Management
  • Initiating Process Group - Integration and Communications Management
  • Planning Process
    • Integration Management
    • Scope Management
    • Time Management
    • Cost Management
    • Quality Management
    • HR Management
    • Communications Management
    • Risk Management
  • Planning Process Procurement Management
  • Executing Process Group
  • Monitoring & Controlling Process Group
  • Closing Process Group

Who Benefits

Anyone who wants to gain insight into being a more effective project manager.

Prerequisites

Students who take this course should have familiarity with general IT knowledge and terms.