Project Management Fundamentals
Our straight-forward 2-Day class designed to teach you all the basics of project management without the cost and complication of external certifications.
All the Basics in Half the Time
In Summary..
This class is a hands-on introductory program designed for professionals who have little or no experience with project management. This course thoroughly covers the useful strategies necessary to deliver a project within the defined method, cost and schedule constraints.
What's Included
You will learn to identify scope, risks and resources efficiently – empowering you with a highly sought after skill set most companies are seeking. This program is designed to introduce you to the Project Management Certificate which is a gateway to earning your Project Management Professional (PMP®) credential. This course will cover:
- Project life cycle
- Defining scope
- Scheduling logistics
- Project risks
- Maintaining control
- Execution
Training Outline
Day 1
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Project Management
- Describe a Project
- Describe the Project Management Life Cycle
- Identify the Role of a Project Manager
Lesson 2: Initiating a Project
- Determine the Scope of a Project
- Identify the Skills for a Project Team
- Identify the Risks to a Project
Lesson 3: Planning for Time and Cost
- Create a Work Breakdown Structure
- Sequence the Activities
- Create a Project Schedule
Day 2
Lesson 4: Planning for Project Risks,
Communication, and Change Control
- Analyze the Risks to a Project
- Create a Communication Plan
- Plan for Change Control
Lesson 5: Managing a Project
- Begin Project Work
- Execute the Project Plan
- Track Project Progress
- Report Performance
- Implement Change Control
Lesson 6: Executing the Project Closeout Phase
- Close a Project
- Create a Final Report