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About the Course

The courses in the Introduction to Project Management Principles and Practices Specialization are a recommended precursor to UCI's Applied Project Management Certificate. Successful projects require careful upfront planning. In this course, you’ll learn the key roles and responsibilities of the project manager and project team. You’ll also learn to answer some key questions upfront to help you meet project objectives: What will this project accomplish? Why is this project important? Who benefits from this project? How will we plan for successful outcomes? Upon completing this course, you will be able to: 1. Identify the key characteristics of a project 2. Identify primary project constraints 3. Define the role and responsibilities of the project manager 4. Identify Project Organizational Structures 5. Understand the definition of a Project Stakeholder 6. Identify project stakeholders 7. Identify information needs of the project stakeholders 8. Define responsibility for managing stakeholder and controlling stakeholder engagement 9. Define the purpose of using a project charter 10. Summarize the key elements of a project plan 11. Identify common sources of conflict within a project environment 12. Describe the difference between authority and influence...
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foundational knowledge

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introductory course

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Top reviews

RL

Oct 14, 2020

A really great introduction to the basic principles and concepts of managing a project successfully through to completion. Just what I needed to contemplate pursuing a career in project management.

SY

Aug 30, 2020

The course is a very great asset to any aspiring project manager. You get to understand the fundamentals and essentials in any given project and the means to ameliorate conflicts amongst stakeholders.

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By Jatin D

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Apr 23, 2020

well structured course, you will definitely be going to learn new skills.

By Thura M

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Feb 26, 2020

this course is good for my origination and managing knowledge . thank all

By Kasturi S

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Aug 3, 2019

Able to understand overall Project management operations. TQ coursera :-)

By Kim S

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Mar 28, 2019

great course....looking into the other 3 that co-inside with this one! :)

By Jean V B

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Oct 11, 2017

I have learned a lot in this course and I am very anxious to do the next.

By Doneen S

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Jul 2, 2017

Loved it! Short learning components, engaging instructor, well organized.

By Eric M

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Jun 7, 2017

Great course. Great instructor. Well prepared and delivered lesson plans.

By Philip K K

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Jun 2, 2017

This is my first and best online educational platform i have encountered.

By Adam B K

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Feb 9, 2017

A terrific introduction to the basics and language of Project Management.

By Ingrid D

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Feb 6, 2016

Great introduction to the specialization. Professor went at a great pace.

By Guido A P

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Jan 29, 2021

It is a very nice course. I have learned a lot about project management.

By Benchie E

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Dec 7, 2020

The course is such a great one for me learning to become Project Manager

By Mark A

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Nov 28, 2020

This is an exceptionally great content and easy to follow and understand

By Irena R P

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Sep 11, 2020

this course is amazing, thanks for the good learning, easy to understand

By Samuel O

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Aug 20, 2020

Very informative, easy to comprehend with real scenarios, and impactful.

By Latoyaa N R

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Jul 25, 2020

Very good course with alot of information. I am glad I took this course.

By Andrey F

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Jul 16, 2020

This course helps you get an introduction to project management. Thanks!

By Adrian A

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Jul 13, 2020

Muy bueno, logra exponer todos los puntos de una manera resumida y clara

By Clare T

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Jul 8, 2020

Very detailed and informative on the introduction to Project Management.

By Katherine G

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May 25, 2020

Very helpful and detailed information on the basics of Project Planning!

By Md. A S S

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May 11, 2020

I really loved this course..!! I would like to thanks to my instructor..

By Nadia G

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May 7, 2020

Good basic course to get an overview of initiating and planning projects

By Eliecer L

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Feb 18, 2019

easy to follow, clear and concise. a few more case would be appreciated.

By NEERAJ R

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Dec 27, 2017

Good overview and content is really amazing. Specially the bonus videos.

By Mohamed A A A

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Jun 27, 2016

this is very useful and fantastic course

i hope to benefit more and more