Full Course On Project Management Essentials

Master Project Planning and Execution: Strategic Analysis, Risk Management, and Work Breakdown Structures

What you'll learn

Identifying and applying different project life-cycle models (e.g., Waterfall, Agile, PMBOK, Prince2) based on project requirements.

Conducting strategic analysis using tools like SWOT, PESTEL, and Balanced Scorecard to evaluate project alignment with company goals.

Classifying projects into categories such as Paint-by-Numbers, First-Timer, and As-But based on complexity and novelty.

Creating and implementing a WBS to break down projects into manageable tasks, ensuring clarity and efficient resource allocation.

Using a Risk Matrix to prioritize risks and developing a Stakeholder Management Strategy to engage and communicate with key stakeholders.

Evaluating projects using both numeric (e.g., IRR, Payback Period) and non-numeric factors (e.g., sustainability, operating necessity).

Using the Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM) and RACI chart to define and clarify team roles and responsibilities.

Using tools like Gantt Charts and Earned Value Management (EVM) to track project progress, costs, and timelines.

Ensuring proper project closure through documentation of lessons learned, final deliverables, and task completion.

Performing Post-Project Reviews and applying the Balanced Scorecard to assess strategic, financial, and operational outcomes.

Defining and documenting clear project goals, deliverables, and success criteria to avoid scope creep.

Leading project teams to execute planned tasks efficiently while monitoring adherence to the project schedule.

Managing project resources, ensuring that the right personnel, materials, and tools are available when needed.

Developing detailed project plans that include scope, deliverables, timelines, and milestones.

Identifying and managing project constraints (cost, time, quality) using the Cost-Time-Quality Triangle.

Requirements

No specific knowledge or skills required. Only passion and curiosity.

Description

This comprehensive course will equip you with the essential tools and techniques for effective project management. From strategic analysis to ensure project alignment with company goals, to building and implementing Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) for detailed task management, you'll gain practical skills that you can apply immediately in any industry or project environment.You will learn how to plan, execute, and monitor projects with confidence, using industry-standard tools like Gantt Charts, Risk Matrices, and RACI charts. We’ll dive deep into risk management, project categorization, and stakeholder engagement to help you overcome common challenges in the project life cycle. You'll also explore how to balance the core project constraints of time, cost, and quality using the Cost-Time-Quality Triangle, ensuring that your projects meet all key performance objectives without compromise.This course covers the entire project life cycle, from the initial planning and defining of scope to managing resources, budgets, and timelines effectively. You’ll learn how to develop a solid Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) that will allow you to organize project tasks, allocate resources, and track progress in a structured and efficient manner. Additionally, you’ll explore project selection models to help prioritize projects based on both numeric and non-numeric factors, such as sustainability and return on investment.Learn how to navigate common roadblocks, manage changes using formal change control processes, and implement leadership techniques that will motivate your team to stay on target.This course is perfect for aspiring project managers, business owners, team leaders, or any professional involved in managing projects who wants to enhance their ability to deliver projects on time, within scope, and on budget. By the end, you will have the knowledge to execute projects with confidence, whether you’re working on simple projects or large, complex initiatives.

Overview

Section 1: What is a project? Explanation

Lecture 1 Project Definition & Characteristics

Lecture 2 Project Management Defined

Lecture 3 Constraints of Project Management

Lecture 4 Features of a Project

Lecture 5 Types of Projects

Lecture 6 The Processes of Project Management

Section 2: Project Components

Lecture 7 Components of a Project: Definition & Control Aspects

Lecture 8 Difference Between Operations and Projects

Lecture 9 Difference Between General Management & Project Management

Lecture 10 Key Issues in Project Management

Section 3: Categorising Projects

Lecture 11 Describing main categories of projects

Lecture 12 Project Phases: Defining the Project

Lecture 13 Project Phases: Designing the Project

Lecture 14 Project Phases: Delivering the Project

Lecture 15 Project Phases: Developing the Project

Lecture 16 Project Process Model

Lecture 17 Inputs, Constraints, Outputs, and Mechanism Model

Lecture 18 The Cost-Time-Quality Triangle

Section 4: Analysing Projects

Lecture 19 Dimensions for Distinction: Project Diamond

Lecture 20 The MODeST Framework

Lecture 21 The Initiating Process Group

Lecture 22 Designing The Project Charter

Lecture 23 Understanding the Project Plan and Its Structure

Lecture 24 Project Considerations

Lecture 25 SMART Goal Setting in Project Management

Section 5: Strategic Analysis

Lecture 26 Introduction to Strategic Analysis

Lecture 27 Project Environment - The 5C Model

Lecture 28 Project Environment - PESTEL Analysis

Lecture 29 Strategic Planning - Setting the Direction for Success

Lecture 30 The 7S Framework in Strategic Planning

Lecture 31 How to Set Objectives in Strategic Planning

Section 6: Project Selection Model

Lecture 32 Introduction to Project Selection Models

Lecture 33 Stakeholder Relations in Project Selection

Lecture 34 Non-Numeric Factors in Project Selection

Lecture 35 Numeric Factors in Project Selection

Section 7: Project Lifecycle Model

Lecture 36 Introduction to Project Life-cycle Models

Lecture 37 The Waterfall Approach in Project Management

Lecture 38 The Prince2 Framework in Project Management

Lecture 39 Project Estimating Methods in Project Management

Lecture 40 Applying Estimating Methods within Project Life-cycle Models

Section 8: Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Lecture 41 Understanding Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Lecture 42 Creating and Implementing a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Lecture 43 Types of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Lecture 44 Assigning Responsibilities within the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Lecture 45 Monitoring and Controlling Project Progress with WBS

Section 9: Conclusion

Lecture 46 Conclusion and Essential Project Management Tools

Individuals looking to start a career in project management and gain foundational skills in planning, executing, and managing projects.,Professionals seeking to enhance their project management knowledge and improve their ability to deliver successful projects using structured methodologies and advanced tools.,Individuals running their own businesses who need to manage multiple projects effectively to ensure timely and cost-efficient delivery of products or services.,College students or recent graduates in business, engineering, management, or related fields looking to gain practical project management knowledge that applies to real-world scenarios.,Managers or team leaders responsible for overseeing project tasks, timelines, and resource allocation who want to improve their management skills.