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Project Management Tools Techniques and Agile Frameworks

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Project Management Tools Techniques and Agile Frameworks

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

12 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete

What you'll learn

Create Gantt charts, use Excel templates, and develop project charters
Collect and validate requirements, estimate durations, and manage scope
Apply cost estimation techniques, earned value formulas, and quality practices
Leverage Agile frameworks, manage risks, and enhance team performance

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This comprehensive Project Management course will equip you with the essential skills to plan, execute, and lead successful projects. You’ll learn project planning fundamentals, practical tools like Gantt charts and Excel templates, and critical management techniques for scope, time, cost, and risk.

By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Master Project Planning: Create Gantt charts, use Excel templates, and develop effective project charters. - Manage Scope and Time: Collect and validate requirements, estimate activity durations, and apply the Critical Path Method. - Control Costs and Quality: Utilize cost estimation techniques, earned value formulas, and quality management practices. - Lead Teams Effectively: Enhance communication, manage risks, and optimize team performance. - Navigate Agile Frameworks: Understand Agile principles and leverage essential project management tools. - Apply Practical Knowledge: Use PMO strategies and planning processes to drive organizational success. Perfect for aspiring and experienced project managers aiming to excel in their field and deliver impactful results.

This Project Management course offers a comprehensive journey into essential practices and tools, equipping you to lead projects successfully across industries. Start by learning project planning fundamentals, creating Gantt charts in Excel, and using Microsoft Excel templates. Explore the roles of a Project Management Office (PMO), organizational structures, and effective planning processes. Gain practical insights into project selection methods, charter development, and scope management, including collecting and validating requirements. Master time management, activity duration estimation, Critical Path Method, cost estimation, and earned value formulas. Understand Agile frameworks, quality management, and essential tools to optimize team performance and organizational outcomes. Ideal for aspiring and current project managers aiming to advance their skills and drive success.

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13 videos1 reading1 assignment

13 videosTotal 131 minutes

What is Project Management?5 minutes
What is Project Planning?7 minutes
How to make a Gantt chart in Excel?9 minutes
Microsoft Excel templates11 minutes
Project Management Office13 minutes
Advantages and Disadvantages of Organizational Structures9 minutes
Planning Processes7 minutes
Project Selection Methods11 minutes
Develop Project Charter11 minutes
Direct and Manage Project Work12 minutes
Project Scope Management12 minutes
Collect Requirements13 minutes
Validate Scope12 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Course Syllabus10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 50 minutes

Assessment for Fundamentals of Project Management50 minutes

Master scheduling, budgeting, quality, risk, and communication while leveraging Agile frameworks and tools.

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14 videos1 reading1 assignment

14 videosTotal 157 minutes

Project Time Management Processes8 minutes
Estimate Activity Durations13 minutes
Critical Path Method17 minutes
CPM Critical Path Method: Part - 113 minutes
CPM Critical Path Method: Part - 212 minutes
Estimate Cost13 minutes
Earned Value Formula15 minutes
Project Quality Management Processes14 minutes
Project Human Resource Management15 minutes
Manage Project Team10 minutes
Project Communications Management Processes8 minutes
Project Risk Management Processes4 minutes
Agile Project Management frameworks5 minutes
Project Management Tools14 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Comprehensive Project Management Training10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 40 minutes

Assessment for Executing & Managing Projects40 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

The Agile framework is an iterative approach to project management that emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and continuous improvement. It divides projects into small, manageable increments called sprints, ensuring faster delivery and adaptability to changing requirements.

Popular tools for Agile project management include Jira, Trello, and Asana. These tools help teams track tasks, visualize workflows, manage backlogs, and collaborate effectively in Agile environments.

The best Agile course depends on your goals. For foundational knowledge, the Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) course is excellent. For advanced skills, consider the PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) certifications.

To access course materials, assignments, and earn a Certificate, you'll need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. Eligible learners may also have the option to start with a Free Trial. Some courses may also offer a Full Course, No Certificate option. This lets you access course materials, submit required assessments, and receive a final grade, but you won't be able to earn or purchase a Certificate.

Project Management Tools Techniques and Agile Frameworks

Project Management Tools Techniques and Agile Frameworks

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See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Build your subject-matter expertise

There are 2 modules in this course

Fundamentals of Project Management

What's included

13 videosTotal 131 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 50 minutes

Executing & Managing Projects

What's included

14 videosTotal 157 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 40 minutes

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Project Management Tools Techniques and Agile Frameworks

Project Management Tools Techniques and Agile Frameworks

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

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See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Build your subject-matter expertise

There are 2 modules in this course

Fundamentals of Project Management

What's included

Executing & Managing Projects

What's included

Earn a career certificate

Instructor

Offered by

Why people choose Coursera for their career

Felipe M.

Jennifer J.

Larry W.

Chaitanya A.

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