Project Management Principles
In this course, you will distinguish between a process and principle-based approach to project management, gaining a deeper understanding of the underlying principles that drive successful project outcomes. By differentiating between these approaches, you'll learn to implement principle-based knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques that can be applied across various project scenarios. Additionally, you'll delve into the 12 PMP Principles outlined in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), providing you with a comprehensive framework for guiding project management practices. Through detailed exploration and practical application, you'll develop the proficiency to leverage these principles effectively, enabling you to navigate complex project environments with confidence and achieve project success.
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In this course, you will distinguish between a process and principle-based approach to project management, gaining a deeper understanding of the underlying principles that drive successful project outcomes. By differentiating between these approaches, you'll learn to implement principle-based knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques that can be applied across various project scenarios. Additionally, you'll delve into the 12 PMP Principles outlined in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), providing you with a comprehensive framework for guiding project management practices. Through detailed exploration and practical application, you'll develop the proficiency to leverage these principles effectively, enabling you to navigate complex project environments with confidence and achieve project success.
In this course, you will distinguish between a process and principle-based approach to project management, gaining a deeper understanding of the underlying principles that drive successful project outcomes. By differentiating between these approaches, you'll learn to implement principle-based knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques that can be applied across various project scenarios. Additionally, you'll delve into the 12 PMP Principles outlined in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), providing you with a comprehensive framework for guiding project management practices. Through detailed exploration and practical application, you'll develop the proficiency to leverage these principles effectively, enabling you to navigate complex project environments with confidence and achieve project success.
After completing this course, you’ll be able to:
• Distinguish between a process and principle-based approach.
• Implement principle-based knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques.
• Describe the 12 PMP Principles In PMBOK
This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.
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Read Project Management Body of Knowledge, 6th Edition
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Provide a foundational understanding of the principles and practices of project management, preparing you for the PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam.
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Acquire a copy of the PMBOK Guide, 6th Edition.
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Read through each chapter thoroughly, taking notes on key concepts and principles.
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Complete the practice questions and exercises provided in the book to reinforce your understanding.
Develop a Project Management Process Map
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Deepen your understanding of project management processes by creating a detailed process map that outlines the key steps, inputs, outputs, and stakeholders involved in a specific project.
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Identify a project that you are familiar with or interested in.
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Break down the project into smaller, manageable tasks.
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Map out the sequence of tasks, including their dependencies and relationships.
Develop a Sample Project Charter
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Solidify your understanding of project initiation by creating a comprehensive project charter that outlines the scope, goals, and stakeholders of a hypothetical project.
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Project Charter
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Identify a potential project idea.
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Define the project scope, goals, and objectives.
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Identify key stakeholders and their roles.
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Create a formal project charter document.
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Explore PMI's Resources on Project Management Principles
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Expand your knowledge of project management principles by exploring the comprehensive resources and materials provided by the Project Management Institute (PMI).
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Visit the PMI website and explore their online resources.
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Attend webinars or workshops on project management principles offered by PMI.
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Join PMI's online communities and connect with other project management professionals.
Form a Study Group with Classmates
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Foster collaboration and enhance your understanding of course concepts by engaging in regular study sessions with your peers.
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Identify a group of classmates with complementary skills and interests.
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Establish a regular meeting schedule and agenda for your study sessions.
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Work together to review course materials, discuss project case studies, and prepare for assessments.
Attend a Project Management Conference or Workshop
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Gain exposure to industry best practices and network with project management professionals by attending a relevant conference or workshop.
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Research upcoming project management conferences or workshops.
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Select an event that aligns with your interests and learning goals.
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Attend the event, actively participate in discussions, and connect with other attendees.
Complete PMP Exam Practice Questions
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Enhance your understanding of the PMP Exam concepts and question formats by practicing with real-world exam questions.
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PMBOK
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Acquire a set of PMP exam practice questions.
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Time yourself while answering the questions to simulate the exam conditions.
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Review your answers and identify areas for improvement.
Read Project Management Body of Knowledge, 6th Edition
Show steps
Provide a foundational understanding of the principles and practices of project management, preparing you for the PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam.
View
Risk Management in Portfolios, Programs, and...
on Amazon
Show steps
- Acquire a copy of the PMBOK Guide, 6th Edition.
- Read through each chapter thoroughly, taking notes on key concepts and principles.
- Complete the practice questions and exercises provided in the book to reinforce your understanding.
Develop a Project Management Process Map
Show steps
Deepen your understanding of project management processes by creating a detailed process map that outlines the key steps, inputs, outputs, and stakeholders involved in a specific project.
Browse courses on
Project Management
Show steps
- Identify a project that you are familiar with or interested in.
- Break down the project into smaller, manageable tasks.
- Map out the sequence of tasks, including their dependencies and relationships.
Develop a Sample Project Charter
Show steps
Solidify your understanding of project initiation by creating a comprehensive project charter that outlines the scope, goals, and stakeholders of a hypothetical project.
Browse courses on
Project Charter
Show steps
- Identify a potential project idea.
- Define the project scope, goals, and objectives.
- Identify key stakeholders and their roles.
- Create a formal project charter document.
Explore PMI's Resources on Project Management Principles
Show steps
Expand your knowledge of project management principles by exploring the comprehensive resources and materials provided by the Project Management Institute (PMI).
Browse courses on
PMI
Show steps
- Visit the PMI website and explore their online resources.
- Attend webinars or workshops on project management principles offered by PMI.
- Join PMI's online communities and connect with other project management professionals.
Form a Study Group with Classmates
Show steps
Foster collaboration and enhance your understanding of course concepts by engaging in regular study sessions with your peers.
Show steps
- Identify a group of classmates with complementary skills and interests.
- Establish a regular meeting schedule and agenda for your study sessions.
- Work together to review course materials, discuss project case studies, and prepare for assessments.
Attend a Project Management Conference or Workshop
Show steps
Gain exposure to industry best practices and network with project management professionals by attending a relevant conference or workshop.
Show steps
- Research upcoming project management conferences or workshops.
- Select an event that aligns with your interests and learning goals.
- Attend the event, actively participate in discussions, and connect with other attendees.
Complete PMP Exam Practice Questions
Show steps
Enhance your understanding of the PMP Exam concepts and question formats by practicing with real-world exam questions.
Browse courses on
PMBOK
Show steps
- Acquire a set of PMP exam practice questions.
- Time yourself while answering the questions to simulate the exam conditions.
- Review your answers and identify areas for improvement.
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