Ready to be in charge of your projects from beginning to end? This course on Predictive Project Methodologies gives you the skills you need to manage large, planned projects with accuracy and confidence.
Predictive Project Methodologies
Predictive Project Methodologies
This course is part of Certified Associate in Project Management Prep Specialization
Instructors: Nitasha Nijhawan
Access provided by National Research Nuclear University MEPhI
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Master scope management techniques for predictive and plan-based project frameworks.
Gain expertise in cost management processes, budgeting, and estimating project costs.
Understand variances and artifacts management to ensure project cost and schedule control.
Develop strong communication and quality management skills to ensure seamless project execution.
Skills you'll gain
- Cost Management
- Quality Control
- Stakeholder Communications
- Earned Value Management
- Cost Estimation
- Communication
- Scope Management
- Project Management
- Project Closure
- Project Controls
- Procurement
- Stakeholder Management
- Project Scoping
- Project Management Life Cycle
- Project Performance
- Project Schedules
- Quality Management
- Scheduling
- Project Planning
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Assessments
30 assignments
Taught in English
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November 2025
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This course is part of the Certified Associate in Project Management Prep Specialization
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module covers the fundamentals of predictive project management, including scope, cost, and schedule planning. You will explore requirement gathering, cost estimation, budgeting, and the Critical Path Method (CPM) to manage dependencies and optimize project timelines.
What's included
19 videos9 assignments
This module covers techniques for controlling project cost and schedule performance. You will explore variance analysis, project artifacts, and procurement management processes—including planning, conducting, and controlling procurements, along with understanding different contract types.
What's included
9 videos6 assignments
This module focuses on mastering project communication management for predictive projects. You will explore communication models, methods, and channels, and develop skills to plan, manage, and monitor communication effectively across teams and stakeholders.
What's included
10 videos6 assignments
This module covers project quality and integration management, emphasizing how to maintain standards and unify project processes. You will explore quality planning, control tools, integration processes, and effective project closure techniques for successful delivery.
What's included
17 videos9 assignments
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