Process Groups and Processes in Project Management

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

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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2 weeks to complete

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

52 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Learn to apply processes for planning and managing project communications effectively.
Acquire skills to ensure clear and effective communication within project teams and stakeholders.
Gain an understanding of processes for identifying and analyzing project risks, enabling proactive mitigation strategies.

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23 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

In this course, you will apply the processes involved in planning and managing project communications, equipping you with the necessary skills to ensure effective communication within project teams and stakeholders. Additionally, you'll gain an understanding of the processes for identifying and analyzing project risks, enabling you to anticipate and mitigate potential challenges proactively. By mastering these essential components of project management, you'll enhance your ability to facilitate clear and concise communication and mitigate risks, contributing to the successful execution of projects.

After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Apply the processes involved in planning and managing project communications. • Acquire skills to ensure effective communication within project teams and stakeholders. • Understand processes for identifying and analyzing project risks. This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.

In this module you’ll be introduced to the 49 processes that fall into five basic process groups.start by exploring these foundational process groups before diving deep into the Initiation Process. Get ready to lay the groundwork for successful project management.

What's included

12 videos9 readings9 assignments1 discussion prompt

12 videos Total 62 minutes

Course Introduction: Process Groups 5 minutes
Process Groups & Processes 6 minutes
Understanding ITTOs 6 minutes
Introduction to Initiation Process group 5 minutes
Initiation Process ITTOs 5 minutes
Introduction to Planning Process Groups 4 minutes
ITTOs: Scope, Schedule and Cost 5 minutes
Baselines and its Importance 6 minutes
ITTOs : Quality, Risk and Procurement 6 minutes
ITTOs: Resources, Stakeholders and communication 5 minutes
Development of Project Management Plan 4 minutes
Module Summary: Process Groups 5 minutes

9 readings Total 85 minutes

Course Syllabus: Process Groups 10 minutes
How to be Successful in this Course 10 minutes
Process Groups 10 minutes
Initiation Processes 10 minutes
Planning Processes: Scope, Schedule and Cost 10 minutes
Project Schedule Network Diagram 10 minutes
Planning Process: Quality, Risk and Procurement 10 minutes
Planning Processes: Resources, Stakeholders and Communication 10 minutes
Additional resources: Process Groups 5 minutes

9 assignments Total 145 minutes

Activity: The 5 Project Management Process Groups 20 minutes
Knowledge Check: The 5 Project Management Process Groups 15 minutes
Project Initation Case Study 10 minutes
Knowledge Check: Initiating Process Group 15 minutes
Practice Stop: Precedence Diagramming 10 minutes
Practice Stop: Network Diagram 10 minutes
Activity: Project planning 20 minutes
Knowledge Check: Planning Process Group 15 minutes
Module Quiz: Closing Process Group 30 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 10 minutes

Discussion Prompt: What do you Hope to Learn? 10 minutes

In this module, you'll explore the Execution Processes. Learn how these processes play a crucial role in effectively translating project plans into action to achieve desired objectives. Additionally, you will explore the key processes involved and the integration of project components during the execution phase

What's included

7 videos7 readings7 assignments

7 videos Total 34 minutes

Introduction to Execution Process Group 5 minutes
Key Execution Processes 5 minutes
Introduction to Directing and Managing Project Work 5 minutes
Project Team Formation and Manage Project Communication 5 minutes
Introduction to Managing Project Knowledge and Quality 6 minutes
Conduct Procurement 5 minutes
Module Summary: Execution Processes 4 minutes

7 readings Total 65 minutes

Execution Process Group 10 minutes
Directing and Managing Project Work 10 minutes
ITTOs: Project Execution 10 minutes
Manage Stakeholder Engagement 10 minutes
Quality Management: Metrics and Tools 10 minutes
Risk Management: Metrics and Tools 10 minutes
Additional Resources: Execution Processes 5 minutes

7 assignments Total 135 minutes

Activity: Execution Process Group 20 minutes
Knowledge Check: Execution Process Group 15 minutes
Activity: Project Execution & Change 20 minutes
Knowledge Check: Directing and Managing Project Work 15 minutes
Activity: Project Execution 20 minutes
Knowledge Check: Managing Project Knowledge and Quality 15 minutes
Module Quiz: Execution Processes 30 minutes

In this module, you will develop the practical skills to incorporate the specific domains of Project Work, Delivery, and Uncertainty for successful project management.

What's included

9 videos6 readings5 assignments

9 videos Total 51 minutes

Introduction to Monitoring & Controlling Process Group 5 minutes
Identifying Variances & Controlling Changes 6 minutes
Project Change Management Process 7 minutes
Introduction to Advanced Monitoring Techniques and Tools 5 minutes
Output from Integration Management Processes to Project Closure 6 minutes
Introduction to Closing Process Group 5 minutes
Closing the Project 4 minutes
Lessons Learned 5 minutes
Module Summary: Closing Process Group 7 minutes

6 readings Total 50 minutes

Monitoring & Controlling Process Group 10 minutes
ITTOs : Project Change Process 10 minutes
Advanced Monitoring Techniques and Tools 10 minutes
Additional resources: Monitoring & Controlling and Closing Process Groups 5 minutes
Considerations during Project Closure 10 minutes
Additional resources: Closing Process Group 5 minutes

5 assignments Total 85 minutes

Activity: Monitoring & Controlling Process Group 10 minutes
Knowledge Check: Monitoring & Controlling Process Group 15 minutes
Knowledge Check: Advanced Monitoring Techniques and Tools 15 minutes
Knowledge Check: Closing Process Group 15 minutes
Module Quiz: Closing Process Group 30 minutes

In this module, you'll put your skills into practice. You’ll reflect on the key learning points that you reviewed during the course and complete the final assessment and hands-on activity.