Managing multiple projects presents different and additional challenges when compared with the management of a single project. This advanced hands-on course builds on the project managers’ previously acquired knowledge and skills in the areas of scope, time, cost, risk, human resources, leadership, and team building through a combination of videos, discussions, and team-based learning exercises.
Project Practicum with Multiple Projects
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Beginner level
No prior experience required
31 hours to complete
3 weeks at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
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November 2024
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Taught in English
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There are 6 modules in this course
This module discusses project management, program management, and portfolio management in the context of multiple projects.
What's included
4 videos4 readings1 assignment2 discussion prompts
This module introduces a master Work Breakdown Structure for multiple projects. It introduces the resource planning that is involved in multiple projects, as well as stakeholder identification.
What's included
4 videos1 reading1 assignment2 discussion prompts
This module focuses on communication management for multiple projects. It also develops the concept of the strategic program manager and the skills required for leadership.
What's included
4 videos1 reading1 assignment3 discussion prompts
This module covers resource utilization planning for multiple projects as well as master schedule development for multiple projects. Shared resources are a recurring topic throughout the module. Students learn how create a master schedule optimized for resource availability.
What's included
4 videos1 reading1 assignment2 discussion prompts
This module enables the learner to create a master risk register in order to manage risk on multiple projects. The theory of constraints is introduced and techniques for management of critical chains are developed.
What's included
5 videos1 reading1 assignment2 discussion prompts
In this module, students complete work on their chosen case study project and learn "Scrum of Scrums" agile project management. Students learn how to decide whether to use a release retrospective or lessons learned in the closing phase of a project.
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2 videos1 reading1 assignment2 discussion prompts
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