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Managing Real World Projects - Available starting 1/1/22 - Self-Paced Online

Course Level Introductory
Mode Self-Paced Online
PDUs Available; see below
Estimated Time to Complete  10 hours
Access Length
180 days
 
You may register for this course at any time. The course can begin within 2-3 business days of registration. This course is self-paced, so you may begin at your convenience.

Course Description

This course presents a streamlined approach to project management based on the best practices of experienced, effective project managers. It cuts through the clutter and focuses on the key principles of project management in the real world, offering tools and techniques for achieving project success. This course provides a clear road map for leading a project through the five key project stages: Initiating, Planning, Controlling, Executing and Closing. You'll be exposed to the basic tools employed in each of these stages, including templates for a comprehensive project plan, work breakdown schedules, task list, issue list, risk register and close-out documents. Each stage is illustrated by examples and video commentary by project management professionals, where you can see how best practices are applied to solve project challenges.


Learning Outcomes

  • • Understand the five project stages (Initiating, Planning, Controlling, Executing and Closing)
  • • Recognize constraints for projects (scope, time, and budget)
  • • Explain key project management terminology
  • • Outline the keys to a successful project launch
  • • Understand how to establish project goals and deliverables with stakeholders
  • • Manage the planning, execution, and control of your projects
  • • Recognize project management best practice, including Agile, Lean, and other techniques
  • • Understand project team dynamics
  • • Understand how to communicate clearly with stakeholders and project team members
  • • Recognize effective tools for change management
  • • Explain and employ key tools and techniques employed in the five stages
  • • Manage the closing process for your project, including transfer, acceptance, and approval

Key Features

  • • Expert supported with real world case studies
  • • Mobile friendly and accessible
  • • Badge and credit-awarding
  • • Games, flashcards, and video content
  • • Audio-enabled in app

Notes

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

This course does not require any additional purchases of supplementary materials.

Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 70% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.

Project Management Institute, PMI, the Registered Education Provider logo, Project Management Professional, PMP, Project Management Body of Knowledge, PMBOK, PMI Agile Certified Practitioner, PMI-ACP, PMI Risk Management Professional, PMI-RMP, the PMI Talent Triangle, and the PMI Talent Triangle logo are marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

Information in this course has been taken from A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, (PMBOK® Guide) — Sixth Edition, Project Management Institute Inc., 2017.

The following list outlines the PDUs you will earn for completing this course, based on the certification you have.

  • • PMP®/PgMP®
    • • Technical: 4.25
    • • Leadership: 4.5
    • • Strategic/Business: 1.25
    • • TOTAL: 10
  • • PMI-RMP®
    • • Technical: 0
    • • Leadership: 4.5
    • • Strategic/Business: 1.25
    • • TOTAL: 5.75
  • • PMI-SP®
    • • Technical: 0
    • • Leadership: 4.5
    • • Strategic/Business: 1.25
    • • TOTAL: 5.75
  • • PMI-ACP®
    • • Technical: 0
    • • Leadership: 4.5
    • • Strategic/Business: 1.25
    • • TOTAL: 5.75
  • • PfMP®
    • • Technical: 0
    • • Leadership: 4.5
    • • Strategic/Business: 1.25
    • • TOTAL: 5.75
  • • PMI-PBA®
    • • Technical: 0
    • • Leadership: 4.5
    • • Strategic/Business: 1.25
    • • TOTAL: 5.75

Instructor : MindEdge
Dates : 01/01/23 to 06/30/23
Days : Online
From : -
Fee : $ 249.00
Course Number : ME-316

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