Project Management (B132)

The topics in this course cover all the essential concepts from the Project Management Institute (PMI)'s book 'A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Guide, Fourth Edition'. The course teaches topics ranging from beginner-thru-advanced level Project Management concepts. In the course students will learn about: projects versus operations, choosing a team, scheduling, budgeting, controlling cost, measuring and controlling project performance, and much more.

Students who are preparing for the PMI Certification (PMP or CAPM) can use this course to help fulfill the training requirement. If you already have your PMP certification, you can also use this toward your CCRs (Continuing Certification Requirements). It will count as 20 hours of Project Planning and 15 hours of Project Controlling.

Outline

Week 1: Introduction and Initiating

Understanding Project Management
- Project, Program and Portfolio Management
- Projects versus Operations
- Project Characteristics
The Project Charter
- PMBOK Overview
- Needs Analysis
- OPAs and EEFs
- Launching the Project Charter
- Stakeholder Identification

Week 2: Planning the Project

Creating Project Management Plan
Requirements Identification
Defining the Scope
Building the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Activity Management
Balancing Cost, Quality and Risk

Week 3: Executing the Plan

Directing and Managing Execution
Assuring Quality Assurance
Building the Team
An Overview of Plan Communication

Week 4: Monitoring and Controlling the Project Work

Change Control
Scope
Schedule
Cost
Quality Control and Performance

Week 5: The Science of Procurement, Information and Project Performance

Understanding Procurement
The Quality Assurance Procedure Structure
Controlling the Information Distribution Flow
Managing Stakeholder Expectations
Managing Project Work
Procurement Administration
Performance Measurement and Change Control Integration

Week 6: The Art of Working the Results and Professional Responsibility

Understanding how to Monitor and Control Risk
Cost and Schedule Change Management
Deploying Perform Quality Control Techniques
Implementing Project and Procurement Closeout and Stakeholder Interest
Balancing Professional Responsibility and Knowledge

Prerequisites

Understanding of projects, project leadership, project management and/or related experience is a recommended requirement.

Requirements

Microsoft Project (any version) OR
Open Workbench (download free at: http://openworkbench.org)
MS Word, MS Excel or similar resource

Books:
Required Book:	The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management
Additional information:
Your place in the course is confirmed by your payment. Introductory courses are intended for students with no experience in the subject matter and are seeking beginner level training. Refund Policy: Please read our Terms and Refund Policy before registering for this course. Additional Cost: Book and software might be required for the course. Read the Requirements and Book section for more information. Course fee does not include the book and software cost . How eClasses Work:Instructors post lectures (text-based, no video or audio), reading selections, and hands-on assignments once a week in the online classroom. Students can discuss the assignments with the instructor and amongst themselves in the classroom area. This format has no set meeting time, which allows students to attend class at a time most convenient to them, yet still provides logically organized communication between class participants. Students can apply for the completion certificate after finishing the class.

Price:

$240.00

Item No.:

B132

Instructor:

Michael Crawley

CEUs:

Duration:

6 weeks

Open Courses: No other sessions are scheduled for this course. You can add to your wish list and you will be notified when other sessions are scheduled.

Instructor's Profile

Michael is a Project Management and Instructional Design professional with over 15 years of business experience. His areas of expertise include needs analysis, learning strategy, organizational development, technical training and design, e-learning, instructor-led training, self-paced training, leadership development, customer relationship skills, customer service, team development, project documentation, change management, process analysis and improvement, knowledge transfer and distribution, and documentation support for technology infrastructures and group facilitation. In addition, Michael has been engaged in internet, digital multimedia production, training and e-Commerce project delivery since the inception of PC-based digital media technology. He has the honor of being a member of the first Compaq Computer/Microsoft Corporation Designated Master Accredited Systems Engineer SQL Server team to achieve this distinct certification in the United States. Michael has a passion for reading, learning and teaching.

Before you register for this class, please read the Outline, Prerequisites, Requirements, Books, and Refund Policy sections carefully.

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