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Project Management Skills Courses

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Introduction to Project Management

Are you curious about what project management really is? Maybe you've been assigned a project and are unsure of the best approach or how to begin. This two-day course offers an overview of project management basics, covering both Agile and Predictive tools, techniques, and concepts. The course will include the following topics:

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1. Introduction to Project Management

  • Definition and Importance of Project Management

  • Project Life Cycle and Phases

  • Key Project Management Terms and Concepts

2. Project Management Frameworks

  • Overview of Project Management Frameworks

  • Comparison of Agile and Predictive (Waterfall) Methodologies

3. Predictive (Waterfall) Project Management

  • Phases of Predictive Project Management

    • Initiation

    • Planning

    • Execution

    • Monitoring and Controlling

    • Closing

  • Key Processes and Deliverables

    • Project Charter

    • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

    • Gantt Charts and Network Diagrams

    • Critical Path Method (CPM)

  • Tools and Techniques

    • Project Management Software (e.g., Microsoft Project)

    • Risk Management Techniques

    • Earned Value Management (EVM)

4. Agile Project Management

  • Agile Principles and Values

    • The Agile Manifesto

    • Key Agile Values and Principles

  • Agile Methodologies

    • Scrum

      • Roles: Scrum Master, Product Owner, Development Team

      • Events: Sprint Planning, Daily Standup, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective

      • Artifacts: Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, Increment

    • Kanban

      • Kanban Board

      • Work In Progress (WIP) Limits

      • Continuous Delivery

    • Lean

      • Elimination of Waste

      • Value Stream Mapping

  • Tools and Techniques

    • Agile Project Management Software (e.g., Jira, Trello)

    • User Stories and Backlog Management

    • Burndown and Burnup Charts

5. Integration of Agile and Predictive Methodologies

  • Hybrid Approaches

    • Combining Agile and Predictive Elements

    • When to Use Hybrid Approaches

  • Case Studies and Examples

    • Real-world Examples of Hybrid Projects

6. Project Management Soft Skills

  • Leadership and Team Management

    • Motivating Teams

    • Conflict Resolution

  • Communication and Stakeholder Management

    • Effective Communication Strategies

    • Stakeholder Analysis and Engagement

  • Time Management and Prioritization

    • Techniques for Effective Time Management

    • Prioritization Frameworks

7. Certification and Career Path in Project Management

  • Overview of Project Management Certifications (PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, etc.)

  • Career Opportunities and Growth in Project Management

8. Conclusion and Next Steps

  • Recap of Key Takeaways

  • Additional Resources for Further Learning

  • Q&A Session

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Available Courses

We offer a wide variety of PDU courses including the following:

  1. Introduction to Project Management

  2. Introduction to Agile

  3. Introduction to Waterfall

  4. Managing Conflict

  5. Effective Communication

  6. Crucial Conversations

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Contact us for a complete list!

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