In this course, you will distinguish between a process and principle-based approach to project management, gaining a deeper understanding of the underlying principles that drive successful project outcomes. By differentiating between these approaches, you'll learn to implement principle-based knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques that can be applied across various project scenarios. Additionally, you'll delve into the 12 PMP Principles outlined in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), providing you with a comprehensive framework for guiding project management practices. Through detailed exploration and practical application, you'll develop the proficiency to leverage these principles effectively, enabling you to navigate complex project environments with confidence and achieve project success.

Project Management Principles

Project Management Principles
This course is part of Microsoft Project Management: Build Job-Ready Skills Professional Certificate

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What you'll learn
Gain insight into distinguishing between process and principle-based approaches to project management.
Learn to implement principle-based knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques across various project scenarios.
Describe the 12 PMP Principles outlined in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) for guiding project management practices effectively.
Skills you'll gain
- Category: Change Management
- Category: Team Building
- Category: Team Motivation
- Category: Team Performance Management
- Category: Risk Mitigation
- Category: Business Ethics
- Category: Risk Analysis
- Category: Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology
- Category: Team Management
- Category: Leadership
- Category: Stakeholder Management
- Category: Risk Management
- Category: Problem Solving
- Category: Governance
- Category: Stakeholder Communications
- Category: Systems Thinking
- Category: Team Leadership
- Category: Stakeholder Engagement
- Category: Project Management
- Category: Drive Engagement
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This course is part of the Microsoft Project Management: Build Job-Ready Skills Professional Certificate
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