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Introduction to Project Management

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Introduction to Project Management

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John Sumanth Vemuri

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Learn to create project charters, WBS, and stakeholder plans

  • Understand the stages of project life cycle and their practical relevance

  • Explore tools like Trello and Lucidchart for tracking and planning

  • Build your own sample project from scratch through guided labs

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August 2026

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There are 3 modules in this course

Understanding the difference between ad hoc coordination and formal project management is foundational to delivering consistent results. This module helps learners assess the role of planning, scope clarity, and scheduling in driving project success. Through tools, templates, and real-life scenarios, learners move from abstract theory to practical skills, developing clarity about where and how to start their project management journey.

What's included

11 videos2 readings1 assignment1 peer review2 discussion prompts

Clear goals are the foundation of any successful project. This module equips learners with techniques to set structured objectives using the SMART framework and break down work using Work Breakdown Structures (WBS). Learners transition from vague task lists to structured project plans that align with scope, schedule, and stakeholder expectations. They use visualization tools like Lucidchart to build WBS diagrams and organize deliverables into actionable tasks.

What's included

10 videos1 reading1 assignment1 peer review2 discussion prompts

This module introduces learners to project scheduling techniques, including task sequencing, dependencies, milestones, and resource allocation. Learners apply scheduling logic using simple Gantt charts in Google Sheets. They also simulate scenarios that explore how resource limitations impact deadlines, reinforcing the importance of proactive planning.

What's included

11 videos1 reading1 assignment2 peer reviews2 discussion prompts

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