Project Management Fundamentals

Overview

Welcome to the Project Management Fundamentals course! The course is designed to equip learners with the foundational knowledge and skills required to excel in the field of project management. This course will provide you with the essential principles, methodologies, and best practices needed to effectively manage projects of varying sizes and complexities. Prior experience in project management is not required to enroll in this course, making it suitable for beginners as well as experienced professionals looking to refresh their skills. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of project management. - Analyze the key updates and enhancements in the PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition. - Understand the difference between project, program, and portfolio management. - Analyze the role of the Project Management Office (PMO), Stakeholders, and Project Governance in Operations Management. - Identify and describe different types of environments. The course contains engaging videos, quizzes, case studies, and assessments, that will enrich your learning experience and ensure a thorough understanding of program management fundamentals.

Syllabus

Foundations of Project Management with PMP® and PMI®

This module covers PMI® certifications, PMBOK® (Sixth and Seventh editions), project lifecycle, process groups, and the project manager's role. By the end of this module, the learner will understand project management principles, tools, and processes, preparing learners for effective project management roles and potential PMP® certification.

Fundamentals of Project Management and Governance

This module covers the necessary skills to manage projects effectively and explains the intricacies of project governance, key concepts such as project management frameworks, process groups, lifecycle stages, and the roles and responsibilities of project managers explains the differences between projects, programs, and portfolios, the module addresses the impact of the PMBOK® Seventh Edition on contemporary project management practices.