Fundamentos de la gestión de proyectos from Coursera

Este curso es el primero de una serie de seis que te dota de las destrezas que necesitas para aplicar a los roles de nivel introductorio en la gestión de proyectos. Los gerentes de proyectos desempeñan un papel clave en la dirección, planificación e implementación de proyectos críticos para ayudar a sus organizaciones a tener éxito. En este curso, descubrirás la terminología fundamental de la gestión de proyectos y adquirirás una comprensión más profunda del papel y las responsabilidades de un gerente de proyectos. También te presentaremos los tipos de trabajos que podrías realizar después de completar este programa. A lo largo del programa, aprenderás de los gerentes de proyectos actuales de Google, que pueden proporcionarte una experiencia educativa multidimensional que te ayudará a desarrollar tus destrezas para la aplicación práctica.

Los alumnos que completen este programa deben contar con lo necesario para presentarse como candidatos para trabajos de nivel introductorio como gerentes de proyectos. No se requiere experiencia previa.

Al final de este curso, serás capaz de:

- Definir la gestión de proyectos y describir qué constituye un proyecto.

- Explorar las funciones y responsabilidades de la gestión de proyectos en una variedad de sectores.

- Detallar las destrezas básicas que ayudan a tener éxito a un gerente de proyectos.

- Describir el ciclo de vida de un proyecto y explicar la importancia de cada fase.

- Comparar diferentes metodologías y enfoques de gestión de programas y determinar cuál es el más efectivo para un proyecto determinado.

- Definir la estructura y la cultura de la organización y explicar cómo repercuten en la gestión de proyectos.

- Definir la gestión de cambios y describir el papel del gerente de proyectos en el proceso.

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Syllabus

Iniciar una carrera en gestión de proyectos

Aprenderás cómo está estructurado el programa, qué es la gestión de proyectos y qué hace un gerente de proyectos, cómo aplicar las destrezas que adquiriste en experiencias laborales anteriores a los puestos de gestión de proyectos, qué tipos de puestos de gestión de proyectos podrías desempeñar después de obtener este certificado y cómo buscarlos.

Convertirse en un gerente de proyectos eficaz

Aprenderás cómo el gerente de proyectos agrega valor a las organizaciones y a su equipo, qué conllevan sus responsabilidades y su función y qué destrezas básicas necesita para tener éxito.

El ciclo de vida y las metodologías de la gestión de proyectos

Aprenderás acerca de las fases del ciclo de vida de un proyecto, qué tareas implican y por qué es importante llevarlas a cabo. También aprenderás acerca de las diferentes metodologías y enfoques de gestión de proyectos y cuáles son los más efectivos para un proyecto determinado.

Estructura y cultura de una organización

Aprenderás sobre las estructuras comunes de una organización y cómo afectan a la gestión de proyectos, cómo la cultura de una organización impacta en la gestión de proyectos y cómo contribuye un gerente de proyectos al proceso de gestión de cambios. Si lo deseas, puedes empezar a desarrollar tu estrategia y tu red profesional para prepararte en tu búsqueda de empleo.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Curso entero a cargo de gerentes de proyectos de Google, lo que ofrece una perspectiva de aprendizaje única

Desarrolla habilidades básicas que ayudarán a los estudiantes a sobresalir como gerentes de proyectos

Explora los tipos de trabajos que se pueden desempeñar en la gestión de proyectos

Orientado a personas sin experiencia previa en gestión de proyectos

Adquiere una comprensión profunda del papel y las responsabilidades de un gerente de proyectos

Establece los fundamentos para el aprendizaje continuo en gestión de proyectos

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 Fundamentos de la gestión de proyectos with these activities:

Revise your high school Spanish

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Spanish is key to understanding project management terminology and communications.

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Identify key vocabulary and phrases related to project management
Practice speaking and listening to Spanish

Explore Google's project management tools and resources

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Familiarity with Google's tools will enhance your ability to manage projects effectively.

Browse courses on Google Project Management

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Explore Google's project management tools and resources
Create a project plan using Google's templates
Collaborate on a project using Google Workspace

Practice using project management software

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Hands-on practice with project management software will enhance your skills.

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Create a project plan in a project management software
Track project progress and update tasks
Collaborate on a project using project management software

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Join a study group or online forum for project managers

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Engaging with other project managers will expand your knowledge and network.

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Join a study group or online forum for project managers
Participate in discussions and share your experiences
Collaborate on project simulations or case studies

Develop a project management plan for a real-world project

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Creating a project management plan from scratch consolidates your learning.

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Identify the project scope and objectives
Develop a work breakdown structure
Create a project schedule and budget
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans

Review 'A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)'

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This book is the foundational knowledge for project managers and will greatly enhance your understanding of project management principles.

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Read through the PMBOK Guide and make notes
Identify key concepts and terminologies
Apply the concepts to real-world project management scenarios

Attend a project management workshop or conference

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Attending workshops and conferences will keep you updated on the latest trends and best practices in project management.

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Research and identify relevant project management workshops or conferences
Register and attend the event
Participate in sessions and engage with speakers and attendees

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