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There are 7 modules in this course
This course is designed to help you develop and hone critical skills for effective project leadership. It covers a comprehensive approach to managing projects, from keeping stakeholders informed to applying leadership strategies that drive peak performance. Learn how to lead teams effectively and ensure that your projects are completed with optimal results.
In this section, we explore planning project communications using PMBOK 7 standards, creating progress reports with key metrics, and conducting efficient meetings with structured agendas and follow-up to maintain team alignment and stakeholder engagement.
Can You Hear Me Now? Listening Actively•10 minutes
Just the Facts: Written Reports•10 minutes
Planning for a Successful Meeting•10 minutes
Knowing What's Hot (and What's Not) in Your Report•10 minutes
Using a Project Dashboard•10 minutes
Executive Leadership Progress Reviews•5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 10 minutes
Mastering Project Communication for Stakeholder Alignment•10 minutes
Encouraging Peak Performance by Providing Effective Leadership
Module 2•1 hour to complete
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In this section, we explore distinguishing leadership from management, applying influence strategies to motivate teams, and fostering inclusive, equitable environments to enhance project performance in dynamic, matrix-based settings.
You Can Do It! Creating and Sustaining Team Member Motivation•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 10 minutes
Driving Peak Performance Through Strategic Leadership•10 minutes
Bringing Your Project to Closure
Module 3•1 hour to complete
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In this section, we implement project closure procedures, conduct a retrospective evaluation to capture lessons learned, and document team contributions and transitions, ensuring organizational growth and team recognition through structured project completion.
What's included
1 video4 readings1 assignment
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1 video•Total 1 minute
Bringing Your Project to Closure - Overview Video•1 minute
4 readings•Total 40 minutes
Introduction•10 minutes
Charging Up Your Team for the Sprint to the Finish Line•10 minutes
Using a Novel Approach to Announce Your Project's Closure•10 minutes
Setting the Stage for the Evaluation Meeting•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 10 minutes
Effective Project Closure and Continuous Improvement•10 minutes
Using Newer Methods and Resources to Enhance Your Project Management
Module 4•1 hour to complete
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In this section, we explore Agile project management using Scrum, evaluate software tools for planning and control, and leverage social media to enhance team communication and collaboration in real-world project environments.
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1 video6 readings1 assignment
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1 video•Total 1 minute
Using Newer Methods and Resources to Enhance Your Project Management - Overview Video•1 minute
6 readings•Total 60 minutes
Introduction•10 minutes
Taking a Look at the Elements of Agile When Implemented Through Scrum•10 minutes
Looking at Your Software Options•10 minutes
Integrated Project Management Software•10 minutes
Helping Your Software Perform at Its Best•10 minutes
Monitoring Project Performance with Earned Value Management
Module 5•1 hour to complete
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In this section, we use Earned Value Management (EVM) to monitor project performance by calculating PV, EV, and AC, interpreting schedule and cost variances, and estimating earned value using the 50/50 method for accurate forecasting and control.
What's included
1 video5 readings1 assignment
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1 video•Total 1 minute
Monitoring Project Performance with Earned Value Management - Overview Video•1 minute
5 readings•Total 65 minutes
Introduction•10 minutes
Projecting Total Expenditures at Completion•10 minutes
Determining the Reasons for Observed Variances•30 minutes
Determining a Task's Earned Value•5 minutes
50/50 Method•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 10 minutes
Earned Value Management Performance Analysis•10 minutes
Ten Questions to Ask Yourself as You Plan Your Project
Module 6•21 minutes to complete
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In this section, we explore ten critical questions to clarify project purpose, define measurable outcomes, identify constraints and assumptions, and map work breakdown structures and resource requirements for effective planning and risk mitigation.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment
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1 video•Total 1 minute
Ten Questions to Ask Yourself as You Plan Your Project - Overview Video•1 minute
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
Ten Questions to Ask Yourself as You Plan Your Project - The Reading•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 10 minutes
Effective Project Planning: Key Questions for Success•10 minutes
Ten Tips for Being a Better Project Manager
Module 7•21 minutes to complete
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In this section, we explore how proactive behaviors, clear communication, and recognizing performance strengthen team motivation and alignment, enhancing project success through effective interpersonal skills and leadership.
What's included
1 video1 reading1 assignment
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1 video•Total 1 minute
Ten Tips for Being a Better Project Manager - Overview Video•1 minute
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
Ten Tips for Being a Better Project Manager - The Reading•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 10 minutes
Building Trust and Motivation in Project Teams•10 minutes
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