Professional Development Units (PDUs): 7
This course consists of
15 interactive, self-directed online learning modules that individual
learners can complete at their own pace. The course uses voiceover,
animations, case study simulations, numerous “clickable” activities, and
more! It has closed captioning to replace the voiceover for those with
hearing impairment or language difficulties and is compatible with
screen readers and is compliant with disability legislation in Ontario
and the USA. Individual modules can be taken as stand-alone offerings
to introduce or reinforce basic project management concepts. If you want
to improve the efficiency and productivity of your organization by
ensuring everyone understand project management language and core
concepts, this is the ideal course for your staff.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the end of this course you should be able to:
- Define the specific characteristics of a project
- Identify factors contributing to project success
- Define the project
- Describe and identify the purpose of key project documents
- Create a Work Breakdown Structure
- Define project roles and responsibilities
- Recognize the skills necessary to work in a project management environment.
This course uses sound. Please have computer speakers or a headset ready.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is best suited for those with no prior knowledge of PM who want to know what it is about or who want to understand what is PM without needing to be one, such as managers of project managers, project sponsors, and project team members.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Understanding the Project
- Module 1: Project Management Context
- Module 2: Project Management Concepts
- Module 3: Project Charter
- Module 4: Stakeholders
- Module 5: Project Scope
Planning the Project
- Module 6: Project Schedule
- Module 7: Project Cost
- Module 8: Project Resources
- Module 9: Project Risk Analysis
- Module 10: Project Procurement
Running the Project
- Module 11: Project Execution and Control
- Module 12: Project Communications
- Module 13: Project Change Control
- Module 14: Project Close-Out
- Module 15: Wrap up