Project Management: Foundations and Initiation

Project Management: Foundations and Initiation

This course is part of Project Management Specialization

Instructor: Christy Bozic, PhD, PMP

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

981 reviews

Beginner level

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Flexible schedule

2 weeks at 10 hours a week

Learn at your own pace

97%

Most learners liked this course

What you'll learn

By successfully completing this course, you will be able to define the role of a project manager and describe different project management methods.
You will be able to produce a project charter and a stakeholder analysis.
And you will be able to form a successful project team and determine project resources.

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There are 4 modules in this course

Project Management: Foundations and Initiation provides students the foundational knowledge of how engineering projects are managed and initiated. Project managers are responsible for project scope, stakeholder management, effective communication, and team leadership. In this course, you will develop introductory skills needed to manage traditional engineering projects, along with tools needed to engage stakeholders and build diverse teams.

This course can be taken for academic credit as part of CU Boulder’s Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (ME-EM) degree offered on the Coursera platform. The ME-EM is designed to help engineers, scientists, and technical professionals move into leadership and management roles in the engineering and technical sectors. With performance-based admissions and no application process, the ME-EM is ideal for individuals with a broad range of undergraduate education and/or professional experience. Learn more about the ME-EM program at https://www.coursera.org/degrees/me-engineering-management-boulder. Logo image courtesy of Jehyun Sung, available on Unsplash at https://unsplash.com/photos/6U5AEmQIajg?utm_source=email&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=photos-page-share

In this module, you will learn how this course is structured and assessed. You will also be introduced to the practice of project management and the role of the project manager.

What's included

8 videos13 readings2 assignments

8 videosTotal 51 minutes

Introduction to the Course1 minute
What is Project Management?4 minutes
Characteristics of a Project4 minutes
Responsibilities of the Project Manager7 minutes
Becoming a Project Management Professional 3 minutes
Perspective from a Project Manager 5 minutes
The Project Management Process13 minutes
Traditional, Agile, and Hybrid Methods15 minutes

13 readingsTotal 156 minutes

Course Updates and Accessibility Support1 minute
Non-Credit Students: Welcome and Where to Find Help10 minutes
Assessment Strategy 2 minutes
Important Update to Project Management Specialization10 minutes
Project Management Within an Organization15 minutes
The Project Management Office (PMO) 10 minutes
The Roles of a Project Manager8 minutes
Process Group and Knowledge Areas- Quick Reference10 minutes
Traditional Project Management10 minutes
Agile Project Management30 minutes
What is the appropriate method?30 minutes
About the Honors Project10 minutes
The Basics of Peer Evaluation 10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 30 minutes

The Basics of Project Management15 minutes
Project Management Methodologies15 minutes

In this module, you will learn the processes required to ensure the project is delivered with the specified features and functions. You will also learn to develop a team charter.

What's included

4 videos6 readings2 assignments1 peer review

4 videosTotal 16 minutes

Starting the Project Introduction1 minute
The Project Charter5 minutes
Project Scope5 minutes
Project Scope Management 5 minutes

6 readingsTotal 145 minutes

PMI: And Away We Go15 minutes
Project Charter Templates and Resources15 minutes
The Project Management Plan 30 minutes
Project Scope 15 minutes
Project Requirements25 minutes
Work Breakdown Structure45 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 18 minutes

Project Charter & The Project Management Plan 15 minutes
Scope, Requirements, WBS3 minutes

1 peer reviewTotal 180 minutes

Project Charter180 minutes

In this module, you will learn the framework for analyzing and communicating with project stakeholders.

What's included

4 videos8 readings2 assignments1 peer review

4 videosTotal 30 minutes

Managing Stakeholders & Communications2 minutes
Communications in Project Management10 minutes
Managing Project Communications7 minutes
Managing Stakeholders11 minutes

8 readingsTotal 161 minutes

Communication Barriers in the Modern Workplace30 minutes
Communication Styles30 minutes
Communication Channels8 minutes
Communication Channels Formula10 minutes
Project Communication Handbook45 minutes
Securing Data and Communications15 minutes
Stakeholder Analysis Reading 20 minutes
Stakeholder Analysis Template3 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 30 minutes

Project Communications15 minutes
Managing Stakeholders15 minutes

1 peer reviewTotal 180 minutes

Stakeholder Analysis180 minutes

In this module, you will learn the tools used in project resource management. You will also gain a better understanding of what drives team performance and how to lead a high-performing project team.

What's included

8 videos10 readings2 assignments1 peer review

8 videosTotal 37 minutes

Project Resources & the Project Team1 minute
Project Resource Management 6 minutes
Resources in a Matrix Organization 5 minutes
Intro to the Team1 minute
Types of Power4 minutes
12 Common Motivation Theories 11 minutes
Emotional Intelligence 2 minutes
Trends in Global Project Management6 minutes

10 readingsTotal 205 minutes

Plan Resource Management30 minutes
Estimate Activity and Determine Resources15 minutes
Resource List and RBS Template50 minutes
Negotiating for Project Resources0 minutes
Team Development15 minutes
What Type of Leader are You?2 minutes
Team Performance Appraisals35 minutes
Emotional Intelligence8 minutes
Global Megatrends in 202225 minutes
Innovative Teams25 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 30 minutes

Project Resource Management 15 minutes
Project Teams15 minutes

1 peer reviewTotal 180 minutes

Resource Requirements 180 minutes

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Christy Bozic, PhD, PMP

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Reviewed on Dec 11, 2022

I learn a lot of things about project management. Professor teach very clearly and i understood everything. Thank you so much Coursera for such a good course

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2024

It has definitely enriched my knowledge on managing project. An appropriate scope with a comprehensive coverage of perspectives was provided.

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2023

Course was very helpful, with practical examples . I could relate the content of this course with the experience I had with respect to the project management. Thanks

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