Project Management

Course details

Every competent Project Manager needs to know the various phases and project management software and tools available do the job effectively (such as the Gantt Chart). This course will identify these phases and tools, enabling you to successfully manage any project.

After completing this course, you will gain a full understanding of project management methodology. Each phase is examined: investigation, planning, design, production, monitoring and evaluation. You will be able to identify and understand the most important tools used by a Project Manager including, GANTT charts, PERT diagrams, estimating activity time, scheduling, expediting and Critical Path Method.

You will gain essential knowledge of: program, system, technical, user, paper-based, electronic and media project management documentation. This course will teach you the process of the systems development life cycle to help identify problems and create solutions in each stage of the projects life including: planning, analysis, design, implementation and evaluation. You will learn about different issues that can occur when an information system is changed or a new system is introduced.

Studying with Global Edulink has many advantages. The course material is delivered straight to you, and can be adapted to fit in with your lifestyle. It is created by experts within the industry, meaning you are receiving accurate information, which is up-to-date and easy to understand. This course is comprised of professionally narrated e-Learning modules, interactive quizzes, tests and exams. All delivered through a system that you will have access to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for 365 days (12 months). An effective support service and study materials will build your confidence to study efficiently and guide you to secure your qualification.

If you want one-on-one sessions in a real classroom, please visit our Project Management Classroom Course.

Please Note: This Course is Based on USA Standards

COURSE CURRICULUM

Module 01 : Introduction to Project Management

• Introduction and Overview                         
• Teams, Leadership and Conflicts               
• Project Communication                 
• Basic Meeting Rules                      
• Stakeholder Management                           
• Project Needs                  
• Scope and Requirements                             
• Work Breakdown Structures                       
• Project Methodologies                  
• Resource and Techniques Estimating                      
• Project Performance and Change Management                  

Module 02 : Executive Strategy & Management for the Project

• The Basics of Project Management                          
• The Keys to Success and Strategy Basics                

Module 03 : Quality Management of the Project

• Concept of Quality, Key Terms & Categories                         
• Customer Input & Plan Quality                  
• Quality Control, Control Charts & Sampling                          
• Six Sigma Challenges                     

Module 04 : Schedule & Cost Control of the Project

• Project Management Review                     
• Time Management, Schedules & Estimating                        
• Critical Path & Resource Levelling                            
• Cost and Estimating                       
• Earned Value and Forecasting                    
• Chain Management and Results                
• Cost Calculations & Payback Period

Course 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:

At the end of the course learners will also take an online multiple choice question assessment test. This online multiple choice question test is marked automatically so you will receive an instant grade and know whether you have passed the course.

Certification:

Successful candidates will be awarded a Level 2 Certificate in Project Management.

  Updated on 13 May, 2024