Project Management Fundamentals

Course Outline

Course Duration:1 day
Overview:In this course, students will identify effective project management practices and their related processes. They will examine the elements of sound project management and apply the generally recognized practices to successfully manage projects.
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Outline:Lesson 1 - Getting Started with Project Management
Describe a Project
Describe the Project Management Life Cycle
Identify the Role of a Project Manager

Lesson 2 - Initiating a Project
Determine the Scope of a Project
Identify the Skills for a Project Team
Identify the Risks to a Project

Lesson 3 - Planning for Time and Cost
Create a Work Breakdown Structure
Sequence the Activities
Create a Project Schedule
Determine Project Costs

Lesson 4 - Planning for Project Risks, Communication, and Change Control
Analyze the Risks to a Project
Create a Communication Plan
Plan for Change Control

Lesson 5 - Managing a Project
Begin Project Work
Execute the Project Plan
Track Project Progress
Report Performance
Implement Change Control

Lesson 6 - Executing the Project Closeout Phase
Close a Project
Create a Final Report