Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:> Identify what a project is and how it is different from operations > Understand why there is so much project work in our current business world and how it relates to Return on Investment > Identify the five major process groups of Project Management > Identify the nine knowledge areas and how they affect the success of projects > Identify sound project management processes, tools and techniques being utilized by project leaders > Understand the business partner’s role in the successful launch of new projects through development of clear project definitions and established change control > Understand how the business partner affects sound techniques for planning, estimating, tracking and controlling projects > Identify a meaningful project schedule and understand the critical path > Estimate project costs and schedules using proven techniques > Recognize potential risks and develop mitigation plans > Understand project progress by identifying project variances and corrective actions > Identify the elements of effective communication
Return on InvestmentFive Major Process Groups of Project ManagementThe Nine Knowledge Areas of Project ManagementProject SchedulesProject CostsProject RisksMitigation PlansCorrective ActionsEffective Communication
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