Inicio y planificación de proyectos from Coursera

Los cursos del programa de especialización “Introducción a los principios y las prácticas de la gestión de proyectos” se recomiendan como formación previa de la “Certificación en gestión de proyectos aplicada” de la Universidad de California en Irvine (University of California Irvine, UCI).

Los proyectos exitosos requieren una minuciosa planificación inicial. En este curso, aprenderás las funciones y responsabilidades claves del equipo y el gestor de proyectos. También aprenderás a responder algunas preguntas clave por adelantado para poder cumplir con los objetivos del proyecto: ¿Qué logrará este proyecto? ¿Por qué es tan importante este proyecto? ¿Quién se beneficia con este proyecto? ¿Cómo planificaremos para obtener resultados exitosos?

Una vez que completes este curso, podrás:

1. Identificar las características clave de un proyecto.

2. Identificar las principales limitaciones del proyecto.

3. Definir la función y las responsabilidades del gestor de proyectos.

4. Identificar las estructuras organizacionales del proyecto.

5. Comprender la definición de “parte interesada en el proyecto”.

6. IdentifIcar las partes interesadas en el proyecto.

7. Identificar necesidades de información de las partes interesadas en el proyecto.

8. Definir la responsabilidad de gestionar y controlar el engagement de las partes interesadas.

9. Definir el propósito de utilizar un acta de constitución del proyecto.

10. Resumir los elementos clave de un plan de proyecto.

11. Identificar las fuentes de conflicto comunes dentro de un entorno de proyecto.

12. Describir la diferencia entre autoridad e influencia.

What's inside

Syllabus

¡Comencemos!

En este módulo, comenzaremos revisando los aspectos generales del curso y participaremos en la encuesta del curso.

¿Qué es un proyecto?

En este módulo, identificaremos las características clave, las principales limitaciones y las estructuras organizacionales del proyecto, y definiremos la función y las responsabilidades del gestor de proyectos.

Conoce a tus partes interesadas

En este módulo, comprenderemos la definición de “parte interesada en el proyecto”, identificaremos quiénes son y cuáles son sus necesidades de información, y definiremos la responsabilidad de gestionar y controlar su engagement.

El alcance importa

En este módulo, definiremos el propósito de utilizar un acta de constitución del proyecto, de resumir los elementos clave de un plan de proyecto y de debatir la declaración del alcance y la estructura de desglose de trabajo (Work Breakdown Structure, WBS).

Autoridad vs. influencia

En este módulo, describiremos la diferencia entre autoridad e influencia, e identificaremos las fuentes de conflicto comunes dentro de un entorno de proyecto.

Para concluir

Para concluir con este curso, conoce a nuestros panelistas expertos en la industria, realiza el examen final y participa en la encuesta posterior al curso.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Presenta una base sólida para los principiantes en gestión de proyectos

Proporciona una descripción general integral de los principios y prácticas de la gestión de proyectos

Aborda las responsabilidades clave del equipo y el gerente de proyectos

Desarrolla la comprensión de la definición y el rol de las partes interesadas del proyecto

Enfatiza la importancia de crear un acta de constitución del proyecto

Explora las fuentes comunes de conflicto en entornos de proyectos

Reviews summary

Well rated project management primer

According to our analysis of 55 reviews for the course "Inicio y planificación de proyectos", learners are highly satisfied with its content and presentation. Reviewers emphasize the course's practical, well-organized, and engaging materials that provide a solid foundation for project management. They particularly appreciate the clarity and expertise of the instructors. Overall, this course is highly recommended for individuals looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of project management fundamentals.

Knowledgeable and engaging instructors

"Excelente curso con clases concisas y presentaciones dinámicas y cautivadoras"

"Esta muy bien explicado y entendible"

Well-organized, easy-to-understand content

"El curso es bastante completo y sencillo de entender"

"Excelente curso para el inicio en la gestion de proyectos"

"Excelente, muy intuitivo y la relatora grandioso trabajo mis felicitaciones, estaré atento a próximos cursos"

Practical, applicable skills

"El curso contiene información práctica y precisa para entender e iniciar proyectos"

"Muy buen curso. Las explicaciones fueron claras y fáciles de aplicar al trabajo."

Career center

Learners who complete Inicio y planificación de proyectos will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for planning, executing, and controlling projects. They work with stakeholders to define project scope, develop project plans, and manage project resources. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Project Manager. It will help you understand the different phases of a project, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage projects.

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Project Coordinator

Project Coordinators work closely with Project Managers to plan and execute projects. They assist with tasks such as creating project plans, managing budgets, and tracking progress. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed as a Project Coordinator. It will help you understand the different phases of a project, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage projects.

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Project Planner

Project Planners work with Project Managers to develop and maintain project plans. They identify and assess project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and track project progress. This course can help you learn the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Project Planner. It will help you understand the different phases of a project, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage projects.

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Portfolio Manager

Portfolio Managers are responsible for managing a portfolio of projects and programs. They work with stakeholders to define portfolio scope, develop portfolio plans, and manage portfolio resources. This course can help you understand the different phases of a portfolio, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage portfolios.

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Program Manager

Program Managers are responsible for managing multiple projects that are related to a common goal. They work with stakeholders to define program scope, develop program plans, and manage program resources. This course can help you understand the different phases of a program, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage programs.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts work with project teams to ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards. They also work with stakeholders to define and document quality requirements. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Quality Assurance Analyst. It will help you understand the different phases of a project, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage projects.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts work with stakeholders to define and document business requirements. They also work with project teams to ensure that project deliverables meet business needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Business Analyst. It will help you understand the different phases of a project, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage projects.

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Change Manager

Change Managers work with project teams to manage change. They also work with stakeholders to communicate change and ensure that change is implemented smoothly. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Change Manager. It will help you understand the different phases of a project, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage projects.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts work with stakeholders to define and document systems requirements. They also work with project teams to ensure that project deliverables meet systems needs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Systems Analyst. It will help you understand the different phases of a project, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage projects.

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Risk Manager

Risk Managers work with project teams to identify and assess project risks. They also work with stakeholders to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Risk Manager. It will help you understand the different phases of a project, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage projects.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for managing products throughout their lifecycle. They work with stakeholders to define product requirements, develop product plans, and manage product resources. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Product Manager. It will help you understand the different phases of a product lifecycle, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage products.

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Financial Analyst

Financial Analysts work with stakeholders to analyze financial data and make recommendations. They also work with project teams to ensure that project deliverables meet financial requirements. This course may help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Financial Analyst. It will help you understand the different phases of a project, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage projects. While this course focuses on project management, it may also provide valuable insights into the analysis of financial data.

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Operations Manager

Operations Managers are responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of a business. They work with stakeholders to define operational goals, develop operational plans, and manage operational resources. This course may help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Operations Manager. It will help you understand the different phases of a project, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage operations. While this course focuses on project management, it may also provide valuable insights into the planning and execution of operational activities.

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Marketing Manager

Marketing Managers are responsible for planning and executing marketing campaigns. They work with stakeholders to define marketing goals, develop marketing plans, and manage marketing resources. This course may help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Marketing Manager. It will help you understand the different phases of a marketing campaign, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage marketing campaigns. While this course focuses on project management, it may also provide valuable insights into the planning and execution of marketing campaigns.

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Sales Manager

Sales Managers are responsible for leading and managing sales teams. They work with stakeholders to define sales goals, develop sales plans, and manage sales resources. This course may help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Sales Manager. It will help you understand the different phases of a sales cycle, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and the tools and techniques used to manage sales teams. While this course focuses on project management, it may also provide valuable insights into the planning and execution of sales campaigns.

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