Master the art of IT project management by learning to manage scope, schedule, and resources effectively. This course equips you with essential techniques to define project requirements, develop schedules, estimate resources, and balance budgets while maintaining quality and performance standards.
Managing IT Project Scope, Schedule, and Resources
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Managing IT Project Scope, Schedule, and Resources
This course is part of CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005) Specialization
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Intermediate level
Recommended experience
7 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Design comprehensive project scopes using requirement collection and WBS techniques.
Manage and maintain project schedules through estimation, sequencing, and milestone tracking.
Optimize resource allocation, analyze gaps, and address team performance challenges.
Enhance stakeholder engagement and streamline communication strategies for project success.
Skills you'll gain
- Project Management Life Cycle
- Requirements Management
- Work Breakdown Structure
- Earned Value Management
- Project Schedules
- Project Planning
- Resource Planning
- Scope Management
- Project Management
- Resource Allocation
- Project Controls
- Resource Management
- Milestones (Project Management)
- Scheduling
- Project Performance
- Project Scoping
- Cost Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Project Estimation
- Cost Estimation
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January 2025
Assessments
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Taught in English
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There are 6 modules in this course
In this module, we will explore the foundational processes for managing scope and requirements. You will learn how to collect requirements, define the project scope, and create a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to establish a clear framework for task allocation and project execution.
What's included
2 videos2 readings1 assignment
In this module, we will focus on managing project schedules with precision. From identifying key milestones and estimating activities to maintaining baselines and managing dependencies, this section equips you with the tools to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.
What's included
6 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will examine budget management within IT projects. You will learn techniques for estimating costs, setting budgets, and applying forecasting methods to ensure financial objectives are met while accommodating project constraints.
What's included
1 video1 assignment
In this module, we will explore strategies for maintaining quality and performance in IT projects. Topics include retrospectives, performance evaluations, and a detailed review of testing types to ensure deliverables meet and exceed stakeholder expectations.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will delve into resource management techniques, from organizational structures and resource life cycles to team performance considerations. You will gain insights into managing resources effectively and aligning them with project needs.
What's included
6 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will focus on stakeholder engagement. You will learn how to identify stakeholders, establish effective communication strategies, and manage relationships to ensure project alignment with organizational and stakeholder priorities.
What's included
2 videos1 reading2 assignments
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.
If you decide to enroll in the course before the session start date, you will have access to all of the lecture videos and readings for the course. You’ll be able to submit assignments once the session starts.
Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. You’ll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.