Crash Course: Project Management Fundamentals [Earn 6 PDUs]

About Crash Course: Project Management Fundamentals [Earn 6 PDUs]

Looking to get into one of the

_fastest growing professions_

in the modern world or just to

_brush up on your fundamental knowledge_

? Either way, this course is for you.

_Project management_

is growing at an immense rate, that despite the job market uncertainties brought about by the 4th industrial revolution. The Project Management Institute (PMI), probably the most recognized authority on project management worldwide, estimates that job growth in the project management industry will be a staggering

_33% or 22 million jobs by 2027_

. If you are still researching your future career path, stop here,

_project management education is certain to secure you with a good future career_

packed with growth opportunities and top it all off it is one of the highest earning jobs out there. In addition to the above, project management is also one of the very few career paths that does not require you to have expensive tertiary education as a ticket to entry. In our opinion this is probably one of the most attractive aspects of a project management career. Armed with an unwavering desire to learn, the knowledge provided in this course, and the belief that you can learn about this remarkable industry through several online mediums (including our other course offerings) at a much lower price than a degree you can work your way into an extremely fulfilling career. You can even obtain Project Management Certification without having to first study towards a formal degree. The course is an excellent and thorough

_introduction to project management_

. It also caters for

_seasoned project managers looking to brush up_

on the basics, and in the process

_earn some PDU’s_

towards their PMP renewal. This course will cover

_essential definitions_

and

_concepts_

that will help improve your personal project management methodology, and it will brush you up on project management lingo. We will also be looking at the importance of a

_phased approach_

towards project planning. The course provides some insight into the various common

_organizational structures_

and how these structures influence your role and authority as a project manager in an organization. The final sections of the course provides a thorough

_process overview of the five project management process groups_

as set out in the Project Management Body of Knowledge. In these final lectures we also look at some practical advice for improving effective execution of these processes and your efficiency as a project manager. The course design caters mainly for those who wish to lay the foundations for a career in project management and it will be instrumental to their personal and professional growth. However, the course is structured to add value even to seasoned project managers.