In this class, you will learn to apply project management processes acknowledged by the Project Management Institute, Inc. (PMI) to successfully plan and execute projects. This course will also prepare you for the CAPM, a globally-recognized certification of excellence in project management. This course may earn a Credly Badge.

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Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to do the following: Obtain an understanding of how project management affects business, create a charter, identify stakeholders, create a project management plan, create a schedule, create a budget, create a risk register, and create various management plans. You will be able to analyze project risks, address project related procurement, execute the plan, and monitor and control it as needed. You will also know how to close the project, including project and contract closeout.

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  • Project Management Introduction

  • CAPM Exam Details
    Project Management Introduction Overview
    Defining Projects
    The Importance of Project Management
    Project, Program, Portfolio and Operations Management
    Key Components
    Project Management Process Groups
    Project Management Knowledge Areas
    Project Data, Information, and Reports
    Tailoring
    Project Management Business Documents
    Success Measurements
    CAPM Test-Worthy Topics
    Practice Questions
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  • The Environment in Which Projects Operate

  • The Environment in Which Projects Operate Overview
    Enterprise Environmental Factors
    Organizational Process Assets
    Organizational Systems
    Governance Frameworks
    Management Elements
    Organizational Structure Types
    Project Management Office
    CAPM Test-Worthy Topics
    Practice Questions
3

  • The Role of the Project Manager

  • The Role of the Project Manager Overview
    The Project Manager's Sphere of Influence
    Project Management Competencies
    Comparison of Leadership and Management
    Leadership Styles
    Performing Integration
    CAPM Test-Worthy Topics
    Practice Questions
4

  • Initiating Processes

  • Initiating Process Group Overview
    Develop Project Charter
    Identify Stakeholders
    CAPM Test-Worthy Topics
    Practice Questions
5

  • Planning Processes

  • Planning Process Group Overview
    Section A- Management Plans
    Develop Project Management Plan
    Subsidiary Management Plans
    Plan Scope Management
    Plan Schedule Management
    Plan Cost Management
    Plan Quality Management
    Plan Resource Management
    Plan Communications Management
    Plan Risk Management
    Plan Procurement Management
    Plan Stakeholder Engagement
    Change Management Plan and Configuration Management Plan
    CAPM Test-Worthy Topics
    Practice Questions
    Section B- Scope, Schedule, and Cost Processes
    Collect Requirements
    Define Scope
    Create WBS
    Define Activities
    Sequence Activities
    Estimate Activity Resources
    Estimate Activity Durations
    Develop Schedule
    Overview- Cost Planning Processes
    Estimate Costs
    Determine Budget
    CAPM Test-Worthy Topics
    Practice Questions
    Section C- Risk Processes
    Identify Risks
    Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis
    Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis
    Plan Risk Responses
    CAPM Test-Worthy Topics
    Practice Questions
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  • Executing Processes

  • Executing Processes Overview
    Direct and Manage Project Work
    Manage Project Knowledge
    Manage Quality
    Acquire Resources
    Develop Team
    Manage Team
    Manage Communications
    Implement Risk Responses
    Conduct Procurements
    Manage Stakeholder Engagement
    CAPM Test-Worthy Topics
    Practice Questions
7

  • Monitoring and Controlling Processes

  • Monitoring and Controlling Process Group Overview
    Monitor and Control Project Work
    Perform Integrated Change Control
    Validate Scope
    Control Change
    Control Schedule
    Control Costs
    Control Quality
    Control Resources
    Monitor Communications
    Monitor Risks
    Control Procurements
    Monitor Stakeholder Engagement
    CAPM Test-Worthy Topics
    Practice Questions
8

  • Closing Processes

  • Closing Process Group Overview
    Close Project or Phase
    CAPM Test-Worthy Topics
    Practice Questions

Audience

This course is for people who have on the job experience doing project management activities and running projects, regardless of their job title. It is for those who wish to become certified project managers, or those that want to build or reinforce a foundation in project management. This course is ideal for a person who wants to grow and formalize their project management skills on an industry neutral, global standard, the Project Management Institute, A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, (PMBOK Guide) - Sixth Edition, Project Management Institute, Inc. 2017. (This course is ideal for a leader or manager wanting to take their career and salary to the next level in earning the globally recognized CAPM credential. Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Project Management Institute, Inc. (PMI), and PMBOK Guide are all registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc..

Language

English

Prerequisites

CAPM candidates with a high school diploma (or equivalent) require only this course to take the exam (at least 23 contact hours of project management training), though high school diploma holders with 1,500 hours of professional experience on a project team can satisfy the requirement.

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