Project Management Life Cycle Essentials
Master the complete project management lifecycle from initiation to closing in this comprehensive 10-week course.
Master the complete project management lifecycle from initiation to closing in this comprehensive 10-week course.
This comprehensive course covers the entire project management life cycle, teaching essential tools and techniques for successfully managing projects. Learn to initiate, plan, execute, and close projects effectively while mastering both behavioral and quantitative aspects of project management. Part of the RIT Project Management MicroMasters Program, this course provides practical knowledge for aspiring project managers.
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What you'll learn
Master the complete project management life cycle from initiation to closing
Develop comprehensive project plans covering risk, quality, scope, and resources
Implement effective project monitoring and control techniques
Apply earned value analysis and project reporting methods
Execute successful project closure procedures
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Module Description
This comprehensive course explores the project management life cycle from multiple perspectives. Students learn fundamental tools and techniques for managing diverse projects, covering four key phases: initiation, planning, execution, and closing. The curriculum includes creating project charters, developing comprehensive project management plans, risk assessment, quality management, and earned value analysis. Real-world case studies provide practical insights into project control and effective closure techniques.
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6 Courses
Project Management Expert and Global Business Education Leader
Leonie Fernandes serves as a Senior Lecturer in Project Management at Rochester Institute of Technology's School of Individualized Study bringing over 25 years of project management experience across multiple industries Her expertise spans high-tech manufacturing healthcare and automotive sectors where she has led major global projects Her academic credentials include a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan and a master's degree from Rochester Institute of Technology complemented by her certification as a Project Management Professional PMP She currently teaches comprehensive project management courses including PROF-510 Project Management PROF-710 Advanced Project Management and specialized courses in Agile methodologies Her teaching portfolio includes courses addressing project management fundamentals program management for product development and agile leadership Her extensive experience in coaching and mentoring project leaders both within the United States and internationally enriches her teaching approach She specializes in developing curriculum that combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications drawing from her extensive industry experience Her contributions to online education include co-teaching International Project Management courses making project management education accessible to a global audience Her teaching philosophy emphasizes the multidisciplinary nature of project management incorporating both behavioral and quantitative aspects of the discipline
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Project Management Expert and Multi-Industry Professional
Kelly Kraus serves as a Project Management Instructor at Rochester Institute of Technology bringing nearly 20 years of diverse project management experience across multiple sectors Her professional journey includes significant roles in education healthcare and human resources spanning organizations like McKinsey & Company and Korn Ferry where she developed expertise in systems administration process improvement and project coordination Her academic credentials include a BA in Journalism from The University of Georgia where she graduated magna cum laude and an MM in Human Resources Management from the University of Phoenix She holds certification as a Certified Professional Secretary demonstrating her commitment to professional excellence Her experience encompasses managing complex projects coordinating cross-functional teams and implementing system improvements across various industries Her teaching role at RIT allows her to share her practical experience and theoretical knowledge with students preparing them for real-world project management challenges Her expertise in both operational and strategic aspects of project management combined with her experience across multiple industries provides students with valuable insights into the diverse applications of project management principles.
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