Digital Project Management from Udacity

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This lesson provides more context to how digital project management came to be and some of the tools you will practice using in this course.

This lesson introduces two common methodologies - Waterfall and Agile - and some related frameworks on which digital projects are typically based.

This lesson covers the first of five key stages in the digital project management lifecycle - Initiation. It involves setting a project scope and identifying key participants in the digital project.

This lesson covers the second of five key stages in the digital project management lifecycle - Planning. It involves analyzing if a project is worth investing in and then creating a project plan.

This lesson covers the third of five key stages in the digital project management lifecycle - Execution. It involves analyzing risks and engaging stakeholders with effective communication.

This lesson covers the fourth of five key stages in the digital project management lifecycle - Monitor and Control. It involves creating target goals and measuring a project's performance.

This lesson covers the last of five key stages in the digital project management lifecycle: Closure. It involves ensuring a project met its requirements and knowledge is shared with the right people.

The project takes you through the project management lifecycle in a structured way. You will act as a project manager and help a small family business undergo digital transformation.

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Know what's good

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Explores five stages of the digital project management lifecycle, standard for professionals

Taught by Walyce Almeida, a knowledgeable instructor

Develops foundational knowledge of project management using common methodologies and frameworks

Covers risk analysis and stakeholder engagement, essential skills for project managers

Offers a practical project to apply knowledge and gain hands-on experience

May require additional resources or knowledge for learners with no prior experience in project management

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

Revisit Waterfall and Agile methodologies

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Reviewing the Waterfall and Agile methodologies will help you understand the different approaches to digital project management and their respective strengths and weaknesses.

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Review the lecture materials on Waterfall and Agile methodologies.
Read articles or books on the topic to gain a deeper understanding.

Participate in a Digital Project Management Study Group

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Participating in a study group will provide you with opportunities to discuss course concepts, share insights, and learn from your peers' experiences.

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Find a group of peers with similar interests.
Set up regular meetings to discuss course materials and assignments.

Explore Project Management Software Tools

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Exploring project management software tools will help you understand the different options available and how they can enhance your project management processes.

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Research different project management software tools.
Sign up for free trials to test the tools.
Attend webinars or tutorials on using the software.

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Practice Identifying and Mitigating Project Risks

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Practicing risk identification and mitigation will help you develop a proactive approach to managing potential challenges in your digital projects.

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Review common types of project risks.
Conduct a risk assessment for a sample project.
Develop mitigation strategies for identified risks.

Create a Project Plan for a Digital Transformation Project

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Creating a project plan will help you apply the concepts you learn in the course to a real-world scenario and develop essential project management skills.

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Identify the scope and goals of the project.
Identify the stakeholders and their roles.
Develop a timeline and budget for the project.
Identify the risks and mitigation strategies.

Create a Digital Project Management Resource Hub

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Creating a resource hub will provide you with a central location to store and access valuable resources related to digital project management.

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Gather resources such as articles, books, videos, and templates.
Organize the resources into categories or folders.
Create an index or table of contents for easy navigation.

Develop a Digital Project Management Toolkit

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Developing a toolkit will help you organize and access essential resources and templates for your digital project management tasks.

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Identify the tools and resources you need.
Create a system for organizing and storing the tools.
Create templates for common project management documents.

Participate in a Digital Project Management Case Competition

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Participating in a case competition will challenge you to apply your knowledge and skills to real-world scenarios and receive feedback from industry experts.

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Identify and register for relevant case competitions.
Form a team or work individually on the case.
Develop and present your solution to a panel of judges.

Career center

Learners who complete Digital Project Management will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Project Manager

As a Digital Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, executing, and controlling projects. This course will provide you with a solid foundation in the five stages of the digital project management lifecycle: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring and Control, and Closure. You will learn how to set a project scope, identify key participants, analyze risks, engage stakeholders, and measure a project's performance. This course will help you develop the skills you need to succeed in the role of a Digital Project Manager.

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Product Manager

As a Product Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and launch of new products. This course will help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to product development. You will learn how to set product goals, create product roadmaps, and manage product teams. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of a Product Manager.

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Marketing Manager

As a Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing marketing campaigns. This course will help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to marketing campaigns. You will learn how to set marketing goals, create marketing plans, and manage marketing teams. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of a Marketing Manager.

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Sales Manager

As a Sales Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing a sales team. This course will help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to sales. You will learn how to set sales goals, create sales plans, and manage sales teams. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of a Sales Manager.

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Operations Manager

As an Operations Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a business. This course will help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to business operations. You will learn how to set operational goals, create operational plans, and manage operational teams. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of an Operations Manager.

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Business Analyst

As a Business Analyst, you will be responsible for analyzing business needs and developing solutions. This course will help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to business analysis. You will learn how to gather requirements, analyze data, and develop solutions. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of a Business Analyst.

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Software Engineer

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing software. This course will may help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to software development. You will learn how to set software requirements, create software designs, and develop software code. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of a Software Engineer.

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Web Developer

As a Web Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining websites. This course will may help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to web development. You will learn how to set web requirements, create web designs, and develop web code. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of a Web Developer.

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Data Analyst

As a Data Analyst, you will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. This course will may help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to data analysis. You will learn how to gather data, analyze data, and interpret data. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of a Data Analyst.

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UX Designer

As a UX Designer, you will be responsible for designing the user experience for websites and apps. This course will may help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to UX design. You will learn how to gather user requirements, create user personas, and design user interfaces. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of a UX Designer.

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Graphic designer

As a Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for creating visual content for websites, apps, and other marketing materials. This course will may help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to graphic design. You will learn how to gather design requirements, create design concepts, and produce design files. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of a Graphic Designer.

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Content Writer

As a Content Writer, you will be responsible for creating written content for websites, apps, and other marketing materials. This course will may help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to content writing. You will learn how to gather content requirements, create content briefs, and write content. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of a Content Writer.

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Social Media Manager

As a Social Media Manager, you will be responsible for managing social media accounts for businesses. This course will may help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to social media management. You will learn how to gather social media requirements, create social media campaigns, and manage social media accounts. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of a Social Media Manager.

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Email Marketing Manager

As an Email Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for managing email marketing campaigns for businesses. This course will may help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to email marketing. You will learn how to gather email requirements, create email campaigns, and manage email lists. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of an Email Marketing Manager.

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Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialist

As a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialist, you will be responsible for optimizing websites for search engines. This course will may help you understand the digital project management lifecycle and how to apply it to SEO. You will learn how to gather SEO requirements, create SEO campaigns, and manage SEO efforts. This course will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the role of a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialist.

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