Project Management Fundamentals and Certification Preparation

A structured and integrated review of the PMBOK knowledge areas. Key concepts, terms, and principles of project management. A very practical hands-on course with loads of exercises. Review PMI examination

Course Outline

A structured and integrated review of the PMBOK knowledge areas.  Key concepts, terms, and principles of project management. A very practical hands-on course with loads of exercises. Review PMI examination

Who Should Attend

• Managers who wish to increase their general understanding of project management
• New and experienced project managers, as well as those with little or substantial understanding of the PMBOK
• Project team members, project stakeholders, or project managers who require a more detailed understanding of project management.  It also prepares students for the PMI examination.

Course Outline

• Introduction/Overview
• Introduce Participants and Instructor
• Discuss Participant's Objectives
• Discuss Course Content and Logistics
• Listening Exercise
• Project Management Concepts & Standards
• The Project Management Institute
• The Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
• Milestones vs. Deliverables
• Critical Task and Critical Path
• Dependency Theory
• Gantt Chart, Network Diagram (PERT)
• Project Life Cycle and Documentation
• Case Study for Project Planning
• Select Project Teams, Names and Logos
• Review Case Study Requirements
• Scope Management
• 4 Dimensions of Scope Management
• Goal Breakdown Structure (GBS)
• Critical Success Factors (CSF)
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• Managing "Scope Creep"
• WBS Exercise
• Human Resources Management
• 5 Stages of Team Dynamics
• Brain-Storming/Team-Building Exercise
• Resource Skills Matrix
• Secrets of Successful H.R. Management
• Communications Management
• Types of Communications
• Meetings --  Bloody Meetings!
• Email Management Techniques
• Creating a Communications Plan
• Communications Exercise
• Comprehensive review of the PMI exam, including questions and answers

Additional Details

Pre-Requisites

Certificates offered

Certificate of Completion

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations less than 2 business weeks before the expected delivery date are eligible for a 50% refund, or a credit voucher will be provided for regularly scheduled courses (choice being that of the registrant). Credit Vouchers are transferable within the same company. Please send your cancellation notice to info@itplanit.com.

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A very interesting course. Claude Gerin, our instructor, was excellent in making this a very interesting and learning experience. THANKS!

Reviewed by Oleg T. 2012