Project Management In 60 Minutes: Fundamentals For Beginners

Master the essentials of project management—learn how to plan, lead, and complete any project with confidence.

What you'll learn

• Understand what a project is and how project management works

• Apply the 5 phases of the PMBOK® framework

• Create key project documents: Charter, WBS, Risk Register, Stakeholder Map

• Develop soft skills in communication, leadership, and time management

• Apply your knowledge to a real-life coffee shop case study

Requirements

This course is designed for absolute beginners, so you don’t need any prior project management experience or technical background. If you’re curious about how projects are planned, managed, and delivered—or you’re stepping into a new role that involves project work—this course is perfect for you. All you need is a willingness to learn and about 60 minutes of focused time!

Description

Project Management in 60 Minutes: Learn the Essentials Without the OverwhelmAre you new to project management and not sure where to start? This course is your perfect starting point.In just one hour, you'll gain a clear and practical understanding of how to manage projects using the PMBOK® framework—without the jargon or complexity. Whether you're organizing an event, leading a team task, launching a side project, or preparing for a future career in project management, this course gives you the essential skills and tools to succeed.Here’s what you’ll learn:- The 5 project phases: Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring & Controlling, and Closing- Key documents: Project Charter, WBS, Schedule, Risk Register, Status Reports- Core soft skills for project managers: communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement- Real-world tips to manage your time, tasks, and team efficientlyThis course is designed for beginners—no prior experience is needed. Lessons are short, clear, and focused on what really matters, so you can apply what you learn immediately to real-life situations.Whether you're a student, freelancer, business owner, or team leader, this course will boost your confidence and help you approach any project with a structured mindset.Plus, you’ll get downloadable resources and simple templates to make your learning actionable.Start your project management journey now—60 minutes is all it takes to begin.

Overview

Section 1: Welcome & Course Overview

Lecture 1 Lesson 1.1 – Course Intro & What You’ll Learn

Lecture 2 Lesson 1.2 – What Is a Project? PM in Daily Life

Section 2: Project Management Basics

Lecture 3 Lesson 2.1 – What Is Project Management?

Lecture 4 Lesson 2.2 – Key Roles in a Project

Lecture 5 Lesson 2.3 – The Triple Constraint

Section 3: Project Life Cycle & Phases

Lecture 6 Lesson 3.2 – Initiating a Project

Lecture 7 Lesson 3.1 – The 5 Phases of a Project

Lecture 8 Lesson 3.3 – Planning a Project

Lecture 9 Lesson 3.4 – Executing & Leading the Team

Lecture 10 Lesson 3.5 – Monitoring & Controlling

Lecture 11 Lesson 3.6 – Closing

Section 4: Core PM Documents You Should Know

Lecture 12 Lesson 4.1 – Project Charter

Lecture 13 Lesson 4.2 – Work Breakdown Structure

Lecture 14 Lesson 4.3 – Risk Register

Lecture 15 Lesson 4.4 – Stakeholder Map

Section 5: Soft Skills of a Project Manager

Lecture 16 Lesson 5.1 – Communication & Leadership

Lecture 17 Lesson 5.2 – Time Management & Problem-Solving

Section 6: Mini Case Study – Coffee Shop Project

Lecture 18 Lesson 6.1 – Apply What You’ve Learned: Real-Life Mini Project

Section 7: Wrap-Up & Next Steps

Lecture 19 Lesson 7.1 – Final Recap & Quiz Instructions

Lecture 20 Lesson 7.2 – What’s Next? Tools & Certification Path

• Beginners in project management,• Small business owners and team leads,• Students or professionals preparing for PMI certifications,• Anyone managing projects without formal training