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There are 6 modules in this course
Every project comes with risk. If risk occurs the project team operates in a reactive mode potentially moving towards project failure. As a project manager, you will need to be vigilant and constantly evaluate and mitigate potential risks. In this course, you will learn the compelling art of risk management throughout the project lifecycle while using information sharing techniques to keep all stakeholders informed and aligned.
This course introduces you to different phases in the project lifecycle, and explains the difference in the phases based on the selected project methodology. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to explore best practices for information sharing with project teams and external stakeholders while equipping yourself with effective information sharing techniques.
The course delves into the risk management lifecycle, from planning and identifying risks through to evaluation. You will also learn different strategies to respond to risks. You will learn about various tools, such as risk reports, risk registers, and the risk matrix, and the opportunity to apply your skills to create these artifacts for given project scenarios.
This course is set up to help you succeed as a project manager. It is well-suited for those looking to step up their careers or new graduates seeking to establish their project management careers.
This course is part of a series of courses that will help you prepare for certifications offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI) including Certified Associate of Project Management (PMI-CAPM) and Project Management Professional (PMI-PMP).
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Welcome to Module 1, where we will introduce you to the major topics in the project management lifecycle. In this module, you will learn about available certification opportunities, explore the significance of the project management lifecycle, and discuss the common lifecycles used. You will also learn about the importance and components of various documents and processes project managers use and the responsibilities in each phase of the project lifecycle.
Introduction to Project Management Certifications•2 minutes
How to Make the Most of this Course•4 minutes
Project Closing•5 minutes
Common Causes for Project Failure •7 minutes
Module 1 Summary and Highlights: The Project Management Lifecycle•2 minutes
Module 1 Glossary: The Project Management Lifecycle•3 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Practice Quiz: Introduction to Project Lifecycles•10 minutes
Practice Quiz: The Five Project Process Groups •10 minutes
Practice Quiz: Project Management Lifecycle Failure Causes•10 minutes
Module 1 Graded Quiz: The Project Management Lifecycle•30 minutes
1 plugin•Total 15 minutes
Lab: Why Projects Fail?•15 minutes
Information Sharing: Communications
Module 2•2 hours to complete
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Welcome to Module 2 Information Sharing: Communications, where we will cover various topics to help you understand the importance of effective communication in project management. In this module, you will learn about various technology factors that can impact effective communications and the different communication methods project managers use. You will learn a three-step approach to managing communications and various communication management planning techniques and activities essential to project success. You will also learn the importance of active listening, effective conflict management, and communication monitoring responsibilities.
Manage Communications, Tools, and Techniques•7 minutes
Monitor Communications•7 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Monitoring and Controlling Communications•9 minutes
2 readings•Total 5 minutes
Module 2 Summary and Highlights: Information Sharing: Communications •2 minutes
Module 2 Glossary: Information Sharing: Communications •3 minutes
3 assignments•Total 52 minutes
Practice Quiz: Communications Planning and Management•10 minutes
Practice Quiz: Keeping Communications on Track•12 minutes
Module 2 Graded Quiz: Information Sharing: Communications •30 minutes
1 plugin•Total 30 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Communication Effectiveness•30 minutes
Information Sharing: Stakeholder Management
Module 3•2 hours to complete
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Welcome to Module 3, where we dive into the information sharing: stakeholder management process. This module provides an in-depth understanding of stakeholder management and the importance of managing stakeholders throughout the project. In this module, you will explore the purpose of creating a stakeholder register and stakeholder engagement plan. You will look at project managers' tools and steps to identify stakeholders and gain their commitment and support. You will learn the importance of managing stakeholders throughout the project and why stakeholder commitment levels may become reduced, and the benefits of setting ground rules and norms. A team charter is also an essential aspect of stakeholder management, and we will discuss its contents and significance in this module.
Expert Viewpoints: Ground Rules and Norms•6 minutes
Demo: Team Charter•6 minutes
3 readings•Total 7 minutes
Manage Stakeholder Engagement•3 minutes
Module 3 Summary and Highlights: Information Sharing: Stakeholder Management•2 minutes
Module 3 Glossary: Information Sharing: Stakeholder Management•2 minutes
3 assignments•Total 54 minutes
Practice Quiz: Identifying and Engaging Stakeholders•12 minutes
Practice Quiz: Monitor Stakeholder Enagagement and Ground Rules•12 minutes
Module 3 Graded Quiz: Information Sharing: Stakeholder Management•30 minutes
1 plugin•Total 30 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Develop a Team Charter•30 minutes
Introduction to Project Risk Management
Module 4•3 hours to complete
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Welcome to Module 4, where we focus on project risk management, covering the need for effective risk management and the roles and responsibilities involved. In this module, you will discover how to define risk and uncertainty in projects, including how to differentiate between opportunities and threats. You will learn how to model risk metalanguage to document risks, distinguish between cause, event, and impact, the importance of SWOT analysis, and risk management plans. You will also learn about challenges in implementing a risk program, qualitative risk analysis, and risk exposure and score concepts.
What's included
8 videos3 readings3 assignments2 plugins
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8 videos•Total 42 minutes
Project Risk Management Overview•5 minutes
Risk Defined•6 minutes
Risk Metalanguage•3 minutes
Demo: SWOT Analysis •5 minutes
The Risk Management Plan•6 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Risk Planning•7 minutes
Demo: Risk Register•5 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Risk Management•6 minutes
3 readings•Total 9 minutes
Customer & Stakeholder Interaction•3 minutes
Module 4 Summary and Highlights: Introduction to Project Risk Management•2 minutes
Module 4 Glossary: Introduction to Project Risk Management•4 minutes
3 assignments•Total 58 minutes
Practice Quiz: Project Risk Management Basics•14 minutes
Practice Quiz: Risk Management Planning•14 minutes
Module 4 Graded Quiz: Introduction to Project Risk Management•30 minutes
2 plugins•Total 60 minutes
Lab: Perform SWOT Analysis•30 minutes
Lab: Develop a Risk Register•30 minutes
Respond and Monitor Risk
Module 5•2 hours to complete
Module details
Welcome to Module 5, which focuses on risk response planning and management. In this course, you will learn various types of responses to threats and opportunities, as well as the importance of identifying risk triggers, developing a solid risk report, and using common risk management tools. You will also learn the value of using a risk matrix to share risks with stakeholders, implementing timely risk responses, conducting risk audits, and how to ensure timely risk reassessments and critical success factors to keep in mind during the process.
What's included
6 videos2 readings3 assignments1 plugin
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6 videos•Total 38 minutes
Responding to Risk•6 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Risk Responses•5 minutes
Demo: Risk Report•6 minutes
Risk Reassessment (Review)•8 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Risk Monitoring•6 minutes
Risk Matrix•7 minutes
2 readings•Total 5 minutes
Module 5: Summary and Highlights: Respond and Monitor Risk•2 minutes
Module 5 Glossary: Respond and Monitor Risk•3 minutes
3 assignments•Total 48 minutes
Practice Quiz: Responding to Risk•10 minutes
Practice Quiz: Risk Reviews•8 minutes
Module 5 Graded Quiz: Respond and Monitor Risk•30 minutes
1 plugin•Total 30 minutes
Lab: Create a Risk Matrix•30 minutes
Final Project and Quiz
Module 6•5 hours to complete
Module details
In this module, you will complete a final exam that tests your knowledge of the course’s content. The exam will include questions on topics including but not limited to project lifecycles, communication effectiveness with internal and external stakeholders, and risk management concepts.
You will also have the opportunity to demonstrate your skills in project management, information sharing, and risk management through a peer-graded final project.
What's included
4 readings1 assignment1 peer review4 plugins
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4 readings•Total 11 minutes
Final Project Overview•1 minute
Key Takeaways•8 minutes
Congratulations and Next Steps•1 minute
Thanks from the Course Team•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 75 minutes
Final Course Quiz: Project Lifecycle, Information Sharing, and Risk Management•75 minutes
1 peer review•Total 60 minutes
Perform Initial Risk Analysis•60 minutes
4 plugins•Total 124 minutes
Final Project Scenario•4 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Perform SWOT Analysis•45 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Develop a Risk Register•45 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Create a Risk Matrix•30 minutes
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Good course with a clean structure and great instructors. I like the final lab at the end of the course which gives you the opportunity to consolidate the material learned.
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this is the best couse taking encurage every one to take this course if u want a carreer change
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I like the teaching model and the hands on labs which gives me some sort of real life scenario and how to respond as a project Manager
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