Principles of Project Management
Overview
What is the role of a project manager and how can you effectively succeed in a project environment? Aspiring and currently employed project managers and project management professionals will find the Principles of Project Management an excellent course. You will learn of the tools, framework and terminology in project management. Learn to implement clear and realistic project objectives in order to ensure a successful outcome. Understand the purpose of the initiative and what a project manager can hope to accomplish in a project lifecycle. A successful project manager will learn to use their resources and time efficiently to reach their project management goals. A project manager will sketch out the scope of a project, communicate roles and expectations, identify roadblocks, monitor the progress and ensure deliverables are met.
The programme is extensive and will cover key modules such an introduction to project management, scheduling the project, resource budgeting and procurement, process of project control and project evaluation. Each module is discussed thoroughly to ensure learners gain an in-depth understanding of the subject matter.
The Principles of Project Management is highly beneficial to individuals working in project management roles. The course will get you acquainted with the project lifecycle and the practices that are essential for different stages of the project. Getting qualified will further improve your opportunities of career progression, and having this certification on your resume will demonstrate to employers that you have expanded your soft skills and expertise in this area. You will gain an in-depth knowledge of transferable skills and personal behaviours and why gaining them makes you a marketable candidate to leading enterprises.
Pearson Education is a British-owned education publishing and assessment service to schools and corporations, as well for students directly. The company is with more than 22,500 employees operating in 70 countries. They provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally. They are committed to helping equip learners with the skills they need to enhance their employability prospects and to succeed in the changing world of work.
What Will I Learn?
KEY FEATURES
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| Access Duration | You will have 12 months access to your online study platform from the date you purchased the course. The course is self-paced so you decide how fast or slow the training goes. You can complete the course in stages revisiting the training at any time. |
| Method of Assessment | In order to complete the Principles of Project Management, learners will take an online multiple choice questions assessment test. This online multiple choice questions assessment test is marked automatically so that you will receive an instant grade and know whether you have passed the course. |
| Certification | Those who successfully complete the course will be awarded a Certificate of “Principles of Project Management” endorsed by Pearson. It will make you valuable, and your motivation at gaining new skills will be recognised. |
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Pearson Education is a British-owned education publishing and assessment service to schools and corporations, as well for students directly. The company is with more than 22,500 employees operating in 70 countries. They provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally. They are committed to helping equip learners with the skills they need to enhance their employability prospects and to succeed in the changing world of work. |
| Progression and Career Path | Once you qualify in the Principles of Project Management, you will gain an accredited qualification that will demonstrate your skills in the project lifecycle. You can use this certificate as a foundation to study further in the subject or to build on your soft skills and progress in your choice of career. You will be recognised for your clear objectives and the fine delivery of the project. Given below are job roles you can land with this certification.
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Course Curriculum
| 1: Introduction to Project Management | |||
| What is Project Management? | 00:00:00 | ||
| The Project Life Cycle | 00:00:00 | ||
| 2: Planning a Project | |||
| Scoping and Scheduling Work | 00:00:00 | ||
| Resource Planning | 00:00:00 | ||
| Resource Budgeting and Procurement | 00:00:00 | ||
| Risk Management Planning: Identifying and Evaluating Risks | 00:00:00 | ||
| Risk Management Planning: Creating Risk Mitigation Plans, Logs and Contingencies | 00:00:00 | ||
| Quality Planning | 00:00:00 | ||
| Communication Planning | 00:00:00 | ||
| 3: Managing a Project | |||
| Managing Physical Resources and Writing Your Brief When Delivering a Project | 00:00:00 | ||
| Managing Human Resources and Performance When Delivering a Project | 00:00:00 | ||
| Managing Finance When Delivering a Project | 00:00:00 | ||
| Project Monitoring and Control | 00:00:00 | ||
| Process of Project Control | 00:00:00 | ||
| Closing the Project | 00:00:00 | ||
| Project Evaluation | 00:00:00 | ||
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Highly practical
As someone who wants to qualify as a project manager, this course was an ideal fit for me. In fact, I learned more through this course than I have in previous classroom sessions. With my new-found skills, I feel confident to return to apply my skills in a project environment.