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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