1. Project Management Key ConceptsWe will start with some frameworks established by the Project Management Institute.a. Knowledge Areas and Process Groupsb. Work Process Life Cycles c. Project Factors & Baselines 2. Scope Definition Most projects have problems with managing scope, let’s learn some techniques to help.a. Product versus Projectb. Deliverables & Stakeholders c. Baseline Managementd. Assumptions & Constraintse. The Business Case & Project Charterf. The Project Plan3. Expectations and Communications ManagementManaging expectations through controlled communications can make the difference between success and failure.a. Project Roles and Responsibilitiesb. Executing and Controlling Process Communication Requirementsc. Communications Pland. Managing Distributed Teams Members and Vendors/Partners e. Integrated Expectations Management Systemf. The Value Proposition4. Project Management Executing and Control ProcessesHow can you know where you are and how much further you have to go without a baseline and some control?a. Executing: Direct and Manage b. Executing: Information Distributionc. Control: Scope Verification, Schedule, Cost & Quality d. Monitor: Project Team and Stakeholderse. Risks and Contracts f. Performance Reporting5. Implement the Change!What to do after the change is approved or denieda. Integrated Change Controlb. Communicate and update c. Crafting the message to meet audience needs
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