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There are 5 modules in this course
The demand for project managers in on the rise across different industries, including construction, healthcare, Information Technology, and finance. According to the Project Management Institute's (PMI) most recent Talent Gap report, 2.3 million people will be needed each year to fill all of the project management-oriented positions expected to open in the near future.
If you are exploring how to go about the job search, how to prepare for interviews, and what to expect
during interviews, sign up for this IBM course. You don't need any prior project management experience to get started. This course is suitable for those looking for a project management job as well as practicing project managers who want to enhance their careers.
This course will help you understand the role of a project manager and potential roles that require project management skills. You will also get started with critical career support activities, including job search, building a portfolio, drafting an elevator pitch, resume, and cover letter, interview preparation, the interview experience, and next steps when the interview is complete. The course provides several best practices and checklists to help you be successful in your job search and landing a job!
Throughout the course you will hear from various project management experts who will share their experiences, insights and tips for getting hired and succeeding as a manager.
This is a five module self-paced course that you can take at your own pace. Each module has 2 lessons, which contain conceptual and expert videos. You will also have the opportunity to practice what you learn and test your understanding.
The wait is over! Come join us on this job search journey!
In this module, you will learn about the role of the project manager and the required skills and competencies. You will be introduced to the Project Management Institute's (PMI) Talent Triangle, which categorizes and lists key skills and competencies essential for a project manager's success. The module will also introduce you to the career opportunities in project management. You will also learn about using online sites for building a network. Finally, you will have the opportunity to create a portfolio and an elevator pitch.
What's included
11 videos4 readings3 assignments9 plugins
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11 videos•Total 66 minutes
Course Introduction•5 minutes
Role of the Project Manager•6 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Project Manager Roles and Skills •7 minutes
IBM Project Manager Professional Certificates•5 minutes
Project Management Career Opportunities•7 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Project Management as a Career •7 minutes
Illustrating a Personal Portfolio •4 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Personal Portfolios •7 minutes
Creating Profiles for Online Sites •5 minutes
Drafting the Elevator Pitch•6 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Elevator Pitch•8 minutes
4 readings•Total 35 minutes
Course Syllabus and Prerequisites •5 minutes
Role of Project Managers in Different Industries•10 minutes
Lesson 1 Summary: Project Management as a Career•10 minutes
Lesson 2 Summary: Creating a Personal Portfolio and an Elevator Pitch•10 minutes
3 assignments•Total 35 minutes
Lesson 1 Practice Quiz: Project Management as a Career•10 minutes
Lesson 2 Practice Quiz: Creating a Personal Portfolio•10 minutes
Module 1 Graded Quiz: Building a Foundation•15 minutes
Reading: Additional Program Recommendations•5 minutes
Reading: Introduction to Project Management Certifications •5 minutes
Reading: The Purpose and Value of a Personal Portfolio •3 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Develop a Personal Portfolio•30 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Develop an Elevator Pitch•30 minutes
Module 1 Glossary: Building a Foundation•7 minutes
Identifying Jobs, Creating Resumes, and Drafting Cover Letters
Module 2•3 hours to complete
Module details
In this module, you will learn about the methods used to conduct research on the company and industry that you want to work in. You will also learn about how to read a job posting and working with third-party recruiters to apply for jobs. Next, you will create a basic resume and understand why it is important have an Application Tracking System (ATS) software compatible resume. Finally, you will draft a basic cover letter that can be tailored based on the requirements in a job posting.
What's included
6 videos2 readings3 assignments7 plugins
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6 videos•Total 38 minutes
Conducting Company and Industry Research •6 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Conducting Research •6 minutes
Working with a Third-Party Recruiter •7 minutes
Drafting a Resume•7 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Developing a Project Management Resume •7 minutes
Drafting a Cover Letter•4 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
Lesson 1 Summary: Identifying Jobs•10 minutes
Lesson 2 Summary: Drafting Resumes and Cover Letters•10 minutes
3 assignments•Total 33 minutes
Lesson 1 Practice Quiz: Identifying Jobs•8 minutes
Lesson 2 Practice Quiz: Drafting Resumes and Cover Letters•10 minutes
This module is all about the interview process. You’ll gain advice for submitting a professional application and interview preparation. Delve into Human Resource (HR) screening considerations, the technical screening, and the first stage interview process. The module will provide various tips for overcoming common interviewing challenges and for effectively responding to questions. Finally, you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge of the STAR technique to practice responding to some behavioral questions.
What's included
11 videos2 readings3 assignments10 plugins
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11 videos•Total 88 minutes
Submitting Your Application •6 minutes
Preparing for the Interview•6 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: The First Stage Interview •6 minutes
Project Manager Mock Interview: The First Round Interview•10 minutes
Project Manager Mock Interview: The Technical Interview•15 minutes
Lesson 1 Practice Quiz: Initial Interview Rounds•10 minutes
Lesson 2 Practice Quiz: Final Interview•10 minutes
Module 3 Graded Quiz: The Interview Process•15 minutes
10 plugins•Total 53 minutes
Reading: End-to-End Interview Process•5 minutes
Reading: Human Resources (HR) Screening•3 minutes
Reading: First Stage Interview Process •4 minutes
Reading: Technical Screening •4 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Develop Responses to Common Interview Questions•5 minutes
Reading: Final Interview Checklist •5 minutes
Reading: The Remote or Virtual Interview•4 minutes
Reading: Closing the Interview•3 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Respond to Questions Using the STAR Technique •15 minutes
Module 3 Glossary: The Interview Process•5 minutes
Understanding Interview Questions and Post-Interview Next Steps
Module 4•2 hours to complete
Module details
In this module, you’ll focus on preparing and answering interview questions and recommended post-interview actions. Learn effective techniques for responding to core and behavioral interview questions, including tips and techniques for project management-specific responses. You’ll learn how to handle challenging, tricky, and illegal interview questions and what to do if you encounter inappropriate interview actions. In addition, you will learn what to do if you receive a job offer and if you do not receive a job offer, and get valuable tips for successful salary negotiations.
What's included
6 videos2 readings3 assignments8 plugins
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6 videos•Total 36 minutes
Core and Behavioral Interview Questions •6 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Interview Questions •7 minutes
Trick Questions and Illegal Questions •5 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Difficult Questions•7 minutes
Salary Negotiation •5 minutes
Expert Viewpoints: Job Offers •7 minutes
2 readings•Total 12 minutes
Lesson 1 Summary: Interview Questions•10 minutes
Lesson 2 Summary: Post-Interview Next Steps•2 minutes
3 assignments•Total 35 minutes
Lesson 1 Practice Quiz: Interview Questions•10 minutes
Lesson 2 Practice Quiz: Post-Interview Next Steps•10 minutes
Module 4 Graded Quiz: Understanding Interview Questions and Post-Interview Next Steps •15 minutes
Module 4 Glossary: Understanding Interview Questions and Post-Interview Next Steps •3 minutes
Final Project, Final Quiz, and Course Wrap-Up
Module 5•2 hours to complete
Module details
In this module, you have the option to work on a project where you will be apply your knowledge to apply for a job posting with the relevant updated documents. Next, the final exam will test your knowledge of the course’s content.
What's included
3 readings1 assignment1 plugin
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3 readings•Total 13 minutes
Course Summary•10 minutes
Congratulations and Next Steps•1 minute
Thanks from the Course Team•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
Final Quiz•30 minutes
1 plugin•Total 60 minutes
Final Project: Apply for a Project Management Position•60 minutes
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