Essentials of Project Management
- Course Number: P1012
- Credits: 3 hours
- Instructor: Hong Chen
- Price: $30
Course Outline
This course covers the essential elements of managing projects successfully, from initiating a project to closing it. Topics include defining project objectives and scope, creating a work breakdown structure, developing a project schedule, monitoring progress and performance, finalizing project deliverables, and documenting lessons learned. Additionally, the course contains case studies in engineering, manufacturing, and construction, analyzing project management techniques used, and discussing best practices. The course also covers project management tools and resources for further study, including PMI's PMBOK. This course is ideal for anyone looking to develop a foundation in project management, whether they are new to the field or seeking to expand their existing knowledge.
At the end of this course, there will be a multiple-choice, open-book quiz designed to enhance your understanding of the course material.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, the student will:
- Understand the key concepts and principles of project management and its role in achieving project success;
- Develop the skills required to initiate a project, including defining project objectives, identifying stakeholders, conducting feasibility studies, and developing a project charter;
- Know how to plan a project effectively, including defining project scope, creating a work breakdown structure, developing a project schedule, and managing risks;
- Acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to execute a project, including managing teams, tracking progress, communicating with stakeholders, and controlling changes to project scopes;
- Develop the ability to monitor and control a project, including establishing performance metrics, monitoring progress, and making decisions to ensure project success; and
- Gain practical experience through case studies of successful project management.