Closing out Project Work from Pluralsight

Projects are unique in that they come to an end once specific objectives have been met. This course explores the process of declaring work done, transferring created value on to others, and capturing wisdom gained along the way for future endeavors.

Project teams come together to accomplish unique objectives and create new value. What’s more often left unsaid is that projects inevitably come to an end once that work is complete, and managing that period of conclusion is essential to ensuring the hard work pays off. In this course, Closing out Project Work, you’ll learn how to know when project work is complete and how to validate that project results are acceptable to key stakeholders. First, you’ll explore how to transfer the value your team has created on to project beneficiaries in a smooth and efficient fashion. Next, you’ll discover why it’s important to take time to reflect on what has been accomplished. Finally, you'll learn how to capture lessons that can benefit your team and organization in the future, and take time to secure those lessons for future use. By the end of this course, you’ll understand how to handle the period that most clearly distinguishes project work from other kinds of tasks: bringing your work to a successful conclusion.

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Course Overview

Knowing When Project Work Is Complete

Transferring Value to Project Beneficiaries

Learning from Project Endeavors

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Suitable for project managers overseeing various teams accomplishing distinct goals and delivering unique value

Relevant for professionals seeking to improve their project closeout skills and knowledge

Beneficial for individuals looking to enhance their project closure and knowledge transfer strategies

Instructors Casey Ayers bring expertise and experience in project management, providing valuable insights

Practical approach, focusing on real-world project completion and value transfer techniques

May require prior foundational knowledge in project management for optimal understanding

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 Closing out Project Work with these activities:

Watch a tutorial on how to close out project work

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Supplement your understanding of project closure by watching a tutorial that outlines the steps involved.

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Search for a tutorial on project closure.
Watch the tutorial.
Take notes on the key steps involved in project closure.

Read an article on project closure best practices

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Expand your knowledge by reading an article that highlights best practices for closing out projects.

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Search for an article on project closure best practices.
Read the article.
Summarize the key best practices.

Practice running project retrospectives

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Sharpen your skills in wrapping up projects by practicing facilitating project retrospectives.

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Gather the project team.
Review the project goals and objectives.
Discuss what went well on the project.
Discuss what could have been improved on the project.
Identify lessons learned.

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Practice creating project closure plans

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Reinforce your understanding of project closure by practicing the process of creating project closure plans.

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Identify the deliverables that need to be transferred.
Determine the stakeholders who will receive the deliverables.
Develop a plan for how the deliverables will be transferred.
Identify the lessons that were learned during the project.
Develop a plan for how the lessons learned will be captured and shared.

Create a project closure report

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Solidify your understanding of project closure by creating a comprehensive report that documents the project's completion.

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Gather data on the project's progress and outcomes.
Analyze the data and identify lessons learned.
Write a report that summarizes the project's closure.

Facilitate a project closure workshop

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Deepen your understanding by leading a workshop that guides participants through the project closure process.

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Plan the workshop agenda.
Gather materials for the workshop.
Facilitate the workshop.
Evaluate the workshop.

Volunteer with an organization that specializes in project closure

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Gain practical experience in project closure by volunteering with an organization that specializes in this area.

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Find an organization that specializes in project closure.
Contact the organization and inquire about volunteer opportunities.
Volunteer your time and assist with project closure activities.
Reflect on your volunteer experience and identify lessons learned.

Contribute to an open-source project related to project closure

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Expand your knowledge and contribute to the community by participating in an open-source project focused on project closure.

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Find an open-source project related to project closure.
Identify an area where you can contribute.
Make a contribution to the project.
Review and respond to feedback on your contribution.

Participate in a hackathon or competition that focuses on project closure

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Challenge yourself by participating in a hackathon or competition that tests your skills in project closure.

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Find a hackathon or competition that focuses on project closure.
Form a team or work independently.
Develop a solution to the challenge.
Present your solution to a panel of judges.

Career center

Learners who complete Closing out Project Work will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Project Management Officer

Project Management Officers handle all aspects of project planning, implementation, and closure. This course will help you gain expertise in the skills necessary to successfully close out projects. This will include learning how to determine when projects are complete, transfer value to project beneficiaries, and capture lessons learned for future reference.

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Project Coordinator

Project Coordinators typically assist in the planning, implementation, and closure of projects through the monitoring and management of project tasks. This course will help build a foundation in properly ending projects and ensuring the successful transfer of project value through its exploration of the process of declaring work done and capturing lessons learned for future endeavors.

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Program Director

Program Directors manage programs typically consisting of multiple projects and deliverables. This course will help you develop skills in managing the closeout phase of projects, maximizing their successful completion and capturing of value.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts help organizations improve their performance by analyzing their business processes. They assess project proposals and ensure proper scope and value for all stakeholders. This course will help build upon your understanding of project deliverable value transfer, project completion verification, and the importance of capturing project lessons learned.

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Operations Manager

Operations Managers handle the day-to-day operations of a company. Their role often involves successfully concluding projects and ensuring that the lessons learned are captured and institutionalized. This course will provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills regarding project closure to be successful in this role.

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Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Managers develop and implement plans to ensure the quality of products and services. In this role, managing project closure is important to ensure lessons learned and value delivery are formally captured. This course will help build out your knowledge of how to best close out projects for maximal success.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for managing product development, which includes bringing products or services to successful completion. This course will help build out your skills in determining project completion and value transfer to maximize your effectiveness as a Product Manager.

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Risk Manager

Risk Managers identify and assess potential risks and create plans to mitigate them. They are often involved in the closure of projects and the lessons learned process. This course will help build out your knowledge of project closure and how to capture lessons learned to maximize your effectiveness as a Risk Manager.

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Change Manager

Change Managers help organizations implement change and make the transition as smooth as possible. This course may be useful to your professional development because it provides valuable insights into the process of capturing lessons learned and ensuring a smooth transition during the project closure phase.

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Continuous Improvement Manager

Continuous Improvement Managers help organizations improve their processes and systems. This course may be useful to your professional development because it provides valuable insights into the process of capturing lessons learned and continuous improvement for future project success.

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Consultant

Consultants provide professional advice and guidance to help organizations improve their performance. This course may be useful to your professional development because it provides valuable insights into the process of project closure and capturing lessons learned for future projects.

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Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurs start and run their own businesses. This course may be useful to your professional development because it provides valuable insights into the process of project closure and ensuring a successful transfer of value.

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Program Manager

Program Managers manage programs, which are typically composed of multiple projects. This course may be useful to your professional development because it provides valuable insights into the process of project closure and capturing lessons learned for future programs.

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Project Engineer

Project Engineers design and implement engineering solutions. This course may be useful to your professional development because it provides valuable insights into the process of project closure and ensuring the successful transfer of value.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain computer software. This course may be useful to your professional development because it provides valuable insights into the process of project closure and ensuring a successful transfer of value.

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