Gauging Project Team Performance from Pluralsight

Projects are only as valuable as the results they achieve. In this course, you’ll learn how project requirements can be defined, how project progress can be measured across a variety of domains, and how team performance may be assessed and nurtured.

Without a compass and a set of guiding principles, project teams are too often left adrift, unable to achieve their objectives or defend their place within organizations. In this course, Gauging Project Team Performance, you'll gain the skills to ensure that what you’re measuring and what you’re doing are aligned to generate results. First, you’ll learn how to define project objectives and requirements in a way that guides your team’s efforts effectively, and allows you to measure your achievement in meeting underlying needs. Next, you’ll learn how project progress may be measured across a variety of domains, and the role of change management in ensuring successful results. Finally, you’ll learn how project objectives can be leveraged in gauging the performance of team members, and how team performance may be nurtured by team leaders and members alike. By the end of this course, you’ll have the knowledge of what separates focused, mission-driven project teams from those that never quite reach a finish line that was never fully defined.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Setting Project Goals

Measuring Project Performance

Assessing Team Performance

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Gauging Project Team Performance with these activities:

Participate in Project Management Discussion Forums

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Engage in discussions with peers to exchange ideas and insights related to project management concepts.

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Join online discussion forums or groups focused on project management.
Participate in discussions by sharing your perspectives and asking questions.

Review Project Management for Business

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Review key concepts and frameworks introduced during the course, deepening your understanding of project management.

View Out of Many on Amazon

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Identify the main concepts discussed in each chapter.
Summarize the key takeaways from the book.
Identify and explore any areas where the book's content resonates with your own project experiences.

Explore Project Management Templates and Tools

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Enhance your understanding of project management tools and techniques by exploring online resources.

Browse courses on Project Management Tools

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Research and identify relevant project management templates and tools.
Experiment with different tools to identify those that align best with your needs.

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Develop a Project Plan Case Study

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Apply your understanding of project planning by developing a detailed plan and case study for a real-world project.

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Identify a specific project scenario.
Define project objectives, scope, and deliverables.
Create a detailed work breakdown structure (WBS).
Develop a project schedule and budget.
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Manage a Small-Scale Project

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Apply your knowledge by leading or participating in a small-scale project to gain practical experience.

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Identify a project that aligns with course objectives.
Define clear project goals and scope.
Plan and execute the project, applying concepts learned in the course.
Document your project and share your experience.

Solve Project Management Case Studies

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Test your understanding of project management concepts by solving case studies and applying your knowledge to real-world scenarios.

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Identify case studies that cover various aspects of project management.
Analyze the case studies and identify the key challenges and opportunities.
Develop and present your own solutions to the case studies.

Conduct a Team Performance Assessment

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Evaluate the effectiveness of a team's performance and identify areas for improvement based on course concepts.

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Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) for the team.
Gather data and feedback from team members and stakeholders.
Analyze the data and identify strengths and weaknesses in team performance.
Develop recommendations for improving team performance.

Contribute to Open-Source Project Management Tools

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Gain hands-on experience and contribute to the project management community by participating in open-source projects.

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Identify open-source project management tools that align with your interests.
Review the project documentation and identify areas where you can contribute.
Make code contributions or provide feedback to the project community.

Career center

Learners who complete Gauging Project Team Performance will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Project Manager

A Project Manager is a professional who typically has a bachelor's degree in a field like management or business administration and has passed the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam. Project Managers lead project teams. They guide teams in setting goals, planning work, and tracking progress. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, is a significant first step in developing a foundation in what Project Managers do, how they do it, and how they lead teams to success.

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Production Manager

Production Managers plan and oversee the production process, ensuring that products are produced efficiently and meet quality standards. They work closely with project teams and staff to ensure that deadlines are met and budgets are adhered to. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, can help Production Managers gauge the performance of their project teams and learn how to motivate and lead teams to success.

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Program Manager

Program Managers oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs. They work closely with project teams and staff to ensure that programs are aligned with organizational goals and objectives. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, may be useful to Program Managers who want to learn more about how to measure project progress and assess team performance.

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Operations Manager

Operations Managers plan, organize, and oversee the day-to-day operations of an organization or department. They work closely with project teams and staff to ensure that goals are met and projects are completed on time. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, may be useful to Operations Managers who want to learn more about how to measure project progress and assess team performance.

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Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Managers plan and oversee the implementation of quality assurance programs and procedures. They work closely with project teams and staff to ensure that products and services meet quality standards. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, can help Quality Assurance Managers to assess the performance of project teams and to identify areas for improvement.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts work with project teams and staff to design, develop, and implement information systems. They work closely with project teams and staff to ensure that systems meet business needs and requirements. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, may be useful to Systems Analysts who want to learn more about how to measure project progress and assess team performance.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts work with project teams and staff to define project requirements, analyze business processes, and develop solutions to business problems. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, may be useful to Business Analysts who want to learn more about how to measure project progress and assess team performance.

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Consultant

Consultants work with clients to solve business problems and improve performance. They work closely with project teams and staff to develop and implement solutions to business problems. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, can help Consultants to learn more about how to measure project progress and assess team performance.

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Change Management Consultant

Change Management Consultants work with organizations to plan and implement change initiatives. They work closely with project teams and staff to ensure that change is managed effectively and that organizations are able to adapt to change. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, may be useful to Change Management Consultants who want to learn more about how to measure project progress and assess team performance.

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Project Scheduler

Project Schedulers work with project teams and staff to develop and maintain project schedules. They work closely with project teams and staff to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, may be useful to Project Schedulers who want to learn more about how to measure project progress and assess team performance.

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Web Developer

Web Developers work with project teams and staff to design, develop, and maintain websites. They work closely with project teams and staff to ensure that websites meet customer needs and requirements. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, may be useful to Web Developers who want to learn more about how to measure project progress and assess team performance.

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Product Manager

Product Managers work with project teams and staff to define, develop, and launch products. They work closely with project teams and staff to ensure that products meet customer needs and requirements. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, may be useful to Product Managers who want to learn more about how to measure project progress and assess team performance.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers work with project teams and staff to develop and maintain technical documentation. They work closely with project teams and staff to ensure that documentation is clear, accurate, and complete. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, may be useful to Technical Writers who want to learn more about how to measure project progress and assess team performance.

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Webmaster

Webmasters work with project teams and staff to manage and maintain websites. They work closely with project teams and staff to ensure that websites are up-to-date, secure, and accessible. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, may be useful to Webmasters who want to learn more about how to measure project progress and assess team performance.

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Project Coordinator

Project Coordinators work with project teams and staff to coordinate project activities and ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. This course, Gauging Project Team Performance, may be useful to Project Coordinators who want to learn more about how to measure project progress and assess team performance.

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