An Introduction to Project Management
This short-course delves into the responsibilities of a project manager. You'll learn all about the project lifecycle, and how to plan, execute and close a project effectively and successfully.
Overview
The Introduction to Project Management course provides foundational knowledge of project manager responsibilities. From project management methodologies, to planning and executing a project, you’ll be equipped with the information and skills you need to lead a project to a successful conclusion.
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Course syllabus
Module 1: An Introduction to Project Management
- Course Introduction
This unit provides an introduction to the Introduction to Project Management course, outlining the overall structure and explaining how the following units cover key project management principles and practices.
- The Basics of Project Management
We begin the course by exploring the fundamental concepts of project management, including key terminology, the stages of the project lifecycle, and common project management methodologies.
- Project Initiation and Planning
This unit focuses on the initiation and planning phases of a project. You’ll learn the importance of defining project objectives and scope, identifying stakeholders, and developing a structured project plan to guide successful delivery.
- Project Schedule and Review
Here we discuss how to schedule and organise tasks effectively, set milestones, estimate costs, and conduct project reviews to evaluate progress and outcomes.
- Project Execution and Closure
In the final unit, we explore how to execute a project according to plan, manage issues, risks, and changes, and ensure proper project closure through evaluation and documentation of lessons learned.
Obtaining your certificate
You will need to pass a multiple-choice exam at the end of the course in order to gain your accreditation. Once passed, we will send your official certificate by email.