By completing this course, you'll gain the expertise to project manage the build of a fully functional Generative AI application, setting you apart in job interviews and real-world projects.

You Will learn:

How to successfully manage projects end-to-end, from planning to closing, and produce key project deliverables.
Develop the skills to manage scope, resources, and initiate projects effectively as a project manager.
Master adaptive methodologies like Scrum and Sprints to improve project execution and flexibility.
Create predictive methodology artifacts like work breakdown structures, network diagrams, and risk registers to streamline project workflows.

Course Overview

As the demand for skilled project managers continues to rise across industries, this course provides practical training in managing projects using both predictive and adaptive approaches. You will benefit from learning how to plan, execute, and close projects, making it suitable for anyone looking to enter or advance in project management roles.

You'll work on tasks such as creating project deliverables like a work breakdown structure, network diagram, budget, quality, and communications management plans, as well as a risk register. These skills will be highly valuable in managing various types of projects and are critical for success in project management roles.

The course will cover how to apply predictive methods to plan and structure projects, while also developing adaptive artifacts such as user stories, sprint backlogs, and a burndown chart. You will learn to manage both traditional and agile projects, gaining comprehensive project management skills.

You will also produce a project status report, change form, and closeout report, simulating real-world scenarios. By completing these practical exercises, you’ll gain essential experience that can be added to your project management portfolio, showcasing your readiness for potential employers.

By the end of the course, you will have a portfolio full of project artifacts and deliverables that highlight both your predictive and adaptive project management skills, helping you stand out in the job market. If you’re ready to advance your career with real-world AI experience, enroll today!

Course Syllabus

Welcome

Video: Course Introduction
Reading: General Information
Reading: Learning Objectives and Syllabus
Reading: Grading Scheme
Reading: How to make the most out of this course

Module 1: Initiating the Project

Reading: Module Introduction and Learning Objectives
Reading: Overview and Activity Requirements
Video: Project Scenario Introduction
Reading: Project Scenario
Reading: Business Case
Reading: Stacey Analysis
Video: Demo: Project Charter Review
Video: Demo: Stakeholder Register
Lab 1: Create a Project Charter and Stakeholder Register
Lab 1 Checklist: Project Charter and Stakeholder Register
Reading: Module 1 Summary: Initiating the Project
Reading: Module 1 Glossary: Initiating the Project
Module 1 Graded Quiz: Initiating the Project

Module 2: Predictive Project Planning

Reading: Module Introduction and Learning Objectives
Reading: Overview and Activity Requirements
Video: Demo: Work Breakdown Structure Review
Video: Demo: Network Diagram Review
Video: Demo: Budget Planning Review
Lab 2: WBS, Project Network Diagram, and High-level budget
Lab 2 Checklist: WBS, Project Network Diagram, and High-level budget
Video: Demo: Communications Management Review
Video: Demo: Quality Management Review
Video: Demo: Risk Register Review
Lab 3 : Create Quality Management, Communications Plans, and Risk Register
Lab 3 Checklist: Create Quality Management, Communications Plans, and Risk Register
Reading: Module 2 Summary: Predictive Project Planning
Reading: Module 2 Glossary: Predictive Project Planning
Module Graded 2 Quiz: Predictive Project Planning

Module 3: Adaptive Project Planning and Execution

Reading: Module Introduction and Learning Objectives
Reading: Overview and Activity Requirements
Video: Demo: User Story Review
Video: Demo: Product Backlog Review
Video: Demo: Sprint Backlog Review
Lab 4: User Stories, Product Backlog, and Sprint Backlog
Lab 4 Checklist: User Stories, Product Backlog, and Sprint Backlog
Reading: Kanban board and Burndown Chart Review
Lab 5: Burndown Chart Analysis
Lab 5 Checklist: Lab Burndown Chart Analysis
Reading: Module 3 Summary: Adaptive Project Planning and Execution
Reading: Module 3 Glossary: Adaptive Project Planning and Execution
Module Graded 3 Quiz: Adaptive Project Planning and Execution

Module 4: Predictive Monitoring and Controlling and Close Out

Reading: Module Introduction and Learning Objectives
Reading: Overview and Activity Requirements
Reading: Review a Project and Scenario Update
Video: Demo: Status Reporting Review
Video: Demo: Change Request Review
Lab 6: Status Report and Change Analysis
Lab 6 Checklist: Status Report and Change Analysis
Reading: Lessons Learned Report and Retrospective
Video: Demo: Project Closeout Report
Lab 7: Project Close-Out Report
Lab 7 Checklist: Project Close-Out Report
Reading: Module 4 Summary: Predictive Monitoring and Controlling and Close Out
Reading: Module 4 Glossary: Predictive Monitoring and Controlling and Close Out
Module 4 Graded Quiz: Predictive Monitoring and Controlling and Close Out

Module 5: Final Submission and Evaluation

Reading: Module Introduction and Learning Objectives
Reading: Overview and Project Submission Requirements
Project Submission and Evaluation
Course Wrap Up
Reading: Congratulations and Next Steps
Reading: Thanks from the Course Team
Reading: Introduction to Bonus lesson
Reading: Introduction to the Project Management CAPM Practice Exam Course
Reading: Guide to Developing a Personal Portfolio
Video: Demo: Personal Portfolio Development
Video: Resume and Job Search Tips
Copyrights and Trademarks
Course Rating & Feedback
Reading: Feedback
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Reading: How to claim your certificate
Reading: Claim your badge here

Prerequisite:

This is an advanced course, so it is recommended that learners have completed all the other Project Management courses in their Project Management program or possess equivalent experience before beginning this course.

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