Project Management Fundamentals

Week 1-2: Introduction to Project Management

• Definition and importance of project management
• Project life cycle and key project management processes
• Overview of project management tools and software

Week 3-4: Project Planning and Scheduling

• Developing a project scope statement
• Work breakdown structure (WBS) and project scheduling
• Resource allocation and project budgeting

Week 5-6: Risk Management in Projects

• Identifying and assessing project risks
• Risk response planning and mitigation strategies
• Monitoring and controlling project risks

Week 7-8: Project Execution and Monitoring

• Team leadership and motivation
• Project communication and stakeholder management
• Monitoring project progress and performance

Week 9-10: Project Closure and Lessons Learned

• Closing project activities and documentation
• Conducting project reviews and post-project analysis
• Certification preparation and next steps in project management

Assessment:

• Project planning and scheduling exercise
• Risk management simulation

Final project management case study