This introductory course provides participants with an overview of project management's foundational elements and concepts. The course follows a sample project lifecycle methodology, which consists of four (4) phases: Initiation, Planning, Executing & Controlling, and Closing. As students progress through this generic methodology, they learn about the key elements and tools that may be used to complete each phase. The agenda for this course is as follows:

Course Introduction

Lesson 1: Project Management Concepts

• Project versus Program Management
• Program Management
• PMP Certification

Lesson 2: Initiating Phase

• Phase Overview
• Definition and Considerations of Initiation
• Project versus Business Risk
• Key Elements of Initiating
• Benefits of the Initiating Phase

Lesson 3: Planning Phase

• Phase Overview
• PM Video
• Staffing and Organizational Structure of PM
• Creating the Project Plan
• Developing the WBS
• Developing the SOW
• Determining the Project Resources
• Developing the Schedule
• Managing Project Risk

Lesson 4: Executing and Controlling Phase

• Phase Overview
• Executing the Project Plan
• Monitor the Project Plan
• Reporting Project Performance
• Managing Project Change

Lesson 5: Closing Phase

• Phase Overview
• Close-out Project Contract
• Close-out Project Plan
• Final Project Report

To learn more about this course and when it will be offered next, please fill out the form under the Contact tab or e-mail info@m2consultinggroup.com