Project Initiation and Planning

This introductory module provides an overview of the course structure and sets expectations for students. Students learn about the course objectives, grading scheme, and strategies for maximizing their learning experience. The module introduces the instructors and their backgrounds, creating a foundation for the educational journey ahead.

Skills you'll gain

This module introduces the fundamental importance of project management in today's business environment. Students learn about the value of effective project management through expert perspectives, real-world examples of project management journeys, and insights into how this course differs from other project management offerings. The module also provides an introduction to project management certification paths for career development.

Skills you'll gain

This module explores established project management methodologies and frameworks. Students learn about key project management models, the traditional project lifecycle, different organizational structures, the role of Project Management Offices (PMOs), and how to apply the Stacey Diagram for analyzing project complexity. The module emphasizes the foundations of standard project management approaches through theoretical concepts and practical applications.

Skills you'll gain

This module covers contemporary approaches to project management and leadership. Students learn the 12 principles of project management, strategies for avoiding project failure, techniques for managing virtual teams, methods for running effective meetings, and skills for influencing stakeholders and leading change. The module also addresses team development, conflict resolution, and quality management through case studies and hands-on exercises.

Skills you'll gain

This module focuses on the critical project initiation phase and its documentation. Students learn how to develop key project initiation documents including project charters and briefs, create stakeholder registers, design stakeholder engagement plans, make effective decisions, and understand financial metrics and project budgets. The module emphasizes practical skills through expert insights and hands-on document creation.

Skills you'll gain

This module covers comprehensive project planning techniques and tools. Students learn scope planning methodologies, schedule development processes, budget planning strategies, project support planning, procurement considerations, and earned value management principles. The module also addresses the process of gaining project approval and acceptance, with emphasis on practical applications through demonstrations and hands-on exercises.

Skills you'll gain

This module provides students with the opportunity to apply and demonstrate their project initiation and planning skills. Students complete a comprehensive project that includes developing a project charter, stakeholder register, work breakdown structure, network diagram, and high-level budget. The module culminates in a peer-graded assignment and final examination that assess students' understanding of project management foundations.

Skills you'll gain

This concluding module summarizes the key learning points from the course. Students receive congratulatory messages, guidance on next steps in their project management journey, acknowledgment of the course team, and information about copyrights and trademarks. The module also provides an opportunity for students to provide feedback on their course experience.

Skills you'll gain