In this course, you will learn the elements of a simple communication plan and how to draft and manage one, why documentation helps create project team visibility and accountability, how to organize documents in one central place, and how to prepare for a job search by documenting experience and highlighting transferable skills.
Organizing Communication and Documentation
Organizing Communication and Documentation
This course is part of Google Stakeholder Management Specialization
Instructor: Google Career Certificates
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
Recommended experience
2 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Draft a communication plan and explain how to manage it.
Examine the elements of a communication plan that are vital to project success.
Understand the value of documentation in creating visibility and accountability for team members.
Organize project documents in one centralized place.
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Assessments
3 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 3 modules in this course
You will learn the elements of a communication plan, how to draft and manage one, and the best practices to follow.
What's included
4 videos3 readings2 assignments1 plugin
You will learn how documentation helps create project team visibility and accountability, and how to organize documents in one central place.
What's included
3 videos1 reading
You will review key project planning, communication and documentation concpets.
What's included
1 video1 reading1 assignment
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