Procept courses accredited by the CCA for Gold Seal certification credits

Introduction to Project Management [Online]

Introduction to Project Management [Online]

This course consists of 15 interactive, self-directed online learning modules that individual learners can complete at their own pace.  The course uses voiceover, animations, case study simulations, numerous “clickable” activities, and more!  It has closed captioning to replace the voiceover for those with hearing impairment or language difficulties and is compatible with screen readers and is compliant with disability legislation in Ontario and the USA.  Individual modules can be taken as stand-alone offerings to introduce or reinforce basic project management concepts. If you want to improve the efficiency and productivity of your organization by ensuring everyone understand project management language and core concepts, this is the ideal course for your staff.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Define the specific characteristics of a project
  • Identify factors contributing to project success
  • Define the project
  • Describe and identify the purpose of key project documents
  • Create a Work Breakdown Structure
  • Define project roles and responsibilities
  • Recognize the skills necessary to work in a project management environment.
     

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is best suited for those with no prior knowledge of PM who want to know what it is about or who want to understand what is PM without needing to be one, such as managers of project managers, project sponsors, and project team members.

PREREQUISITE

There are no prerequisites for this course.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN

Understanding the Project

  • Module 1: Project Management Context
  • Module 2: Project Management Concepts
  • Module 3: Project Charter
  • Module 4: Stakeholders
  • Module 5: Project Scope
     

Planning the Project

  • Module 6: Project Schedule
  • Module 7: Project Cost
  • Module 8: Project Resources
  • Module 9: Project Risk Analysis
  • Module 10: Project Procurement

 

Running the Project

  • Module 11: Project Execution and Control
  • Module 12: Project Communications
  • Module 13: Project Change Control
  • Module 14: Project Close-Out
  • Module 15: Wrap up