Fundamentals of IT Project Management

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Daniel Rivera, PMP

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1. Introduction

1. Introduction.mp4

03:20

2. Characteristics of Project Managers

1. What is a Project Manager.mp4

07:06

2. What are the Essential PM Skillsets.mp4

05:19

3.1 Sample To Do List Tracker.xlsx

3. A Day in the Life of a Project Manager.mp4

04:49

4. Additional Resources.html

3. Experience Needed to Become a Project Manager

1.1 6 - Frame Past Experience Into Projects.pdf

1. How to Frame Your Past Experience into Projects.mp4

03:47

2.1 7 - Organizations Offering PM Certifications.pdf

2. Attain a Project Management Certification.mp4

03:30

3. Additional Resources.html

4. Agile and Hybrid Methodologies

1.1 9 - Sample Agile Schedule.pdf

1. Introduction to the Agile Methodology.mp4

08:40

2.1 10 - Sample Hybrid Project Schedule.xlsx

2. Introduction to the Hybrid Methodology.mp4

09:34

3. Additional Resources.html

5. Stakeholder Management

1. Mentoring Stakeholders on Project Processes.mp4

07:57

2.1 13 - Communications Plan Template.pdf

2. Communications Strategy.mp4

08:58

3. Requirements Management Process.mp4

11:39

4. Identifying and Managing Stakeholders.mp4

14:50

5.1 16 - Sample Project Kickoff Presentation.pptx

5. The Project Kickoff Presentation.mp4

16:43

6. Additional Resources.html

6. Resource Management

1. Acquiring Resources.mp4

11:47

2.1 19 - Planning Resource Estimations.xlsx

2. Planning Resource Estimations.mp4

10:01

3. Holding Resources Accountable.mp4

06:28

4. Team Building & Empowerment.mp4

08:16

5. Additional Resources.html

7. Scope Management

1.1 Requirements Database.xlsx

1. Defining the Requirements.mp4

12:11

2.1 24 - Requirement Change Request Process.pdf

2. Requirement Change Request Process.mp4

10:08

3. Controlling Scope Creep.mp4

07:53

4. Additional Resources.html

8. Schedule Management

1. Plan Schedule Activities.mp4

04:33

2.1 28 - Work Breakdown Structure Sample.xlsx

2. The Work Breakdown Structure.mp4

07:39

3. Estimate Task Duration & Sequence Activities.mp4

05:58

4.1 30 - Using the Fibonacci Scale in Agile Estimation.docx

4. Agile Estimation.mp4

11:19

5.1 31 - Sample Status Report.xlsx

5. Status Meetings.mp4

09:44

6. Is the Project Behind Schedule.mp4

12:22

7.1 32 - SPI CPI Discussion.pptx

7. How to Get the Project Back on Track.mp4

06:32

8. Additional Resources.html

9. Procurement Management

1. Selecting the External Vendor to be Used.mp4

05:56

2.1 35 - SOW example.docx

2. Onboarding the External Vendor.mp4

08:38

3. Managing Vendor Execution.mp4

06:21

4. Additional Resources.html

10. Communication Management

1. Establish a Communications Governance.mp4

11:18

2. Managing Communications.mp4

04:57

3.1 13 - Communications Plan Template.pdf

3. Communication Management Plan.mp4

05:49

4. Additional Resources.html

11. Integration Management

1.1 43 - Project Charter Example.pdf

1. Develop the Project Charter.mp4

08:02

2.1 44 - Sample Project Management Plan.pdf

2. Define the Project Management Plan.mp4

13:16

3. Manage Project Knowledge.mp4

04:09

4. Additional Resources.html

12. Cost Management

1. What is Cost Management.mp4

04:52

2.1 49 - Estimating Costs.xlsx

2. Estimating Costs.mp4

10:03

3. Controlling Costs.mp4

06:46

4. Additional Resources.html

13. Risk Management

1.1 Sample Risk Register.xlsx

1. What is Risk Management.mp4

05:53

2. Identifying Risk.mp4

10:21

3. Risk Analysis and Mitigation.mp4

05:07

4. Additional Resources.html

14. Quality Management

1.1 55 - Test Plan Template.pdf

1. Plan Quality.mp4

06:41

2. Manage and Control Quality.mp4

12:56

15. Project Closure

1. Close Out Process.mp4

10:20

2. Financially Closing the Project.mp4

05:12

16. Conclusion

1. BONUS.html

Description

A Beginner's guide to the IT Project Management field

What You'll Learn?

Understand what a Project Manager is and the associated expectations
The overall processes of the project management framework
How to avoid scope creep on projects
Understand how to be accountable as a Project Manager

Who is this for?

College Students studying to become a Project Manager

Experienced Professionals who want to transition into the Project Management field

Project Managers who want a refresher course

What You Need to Know?

No previous Project Management experience required

More details

Description
The Fundamentals of IT Project Management course is a comprehensive course that contains over 6 hours of content and additional resources to introduce the student to the field of Project Management.Â This course differs from the "How to Manage a Large IT Project" course in that this course provides information about the Project Management profession ideal for college students or experienced professionals looking to transition into the Project Management profession.
Gain knowledge on what Project Management is - and understand why Project Managers are accountable for projects.
Understand the entire lifecycle of a project - from Initiation through Closing, there are many areas that the Project Manager must oversee to ensure the success of the project.Â
Learn how to deal with obstacles that arise on projects as we work through tools that can help the Project Manager overcome these obstacles.Â These tools include delegation of work, leveraging a risk register, managing the business when they want to alter the scope, underperforming software vendors, and so much more.Â
Understand how to build out a project schedule and proactively manage it.Â The work doesn't stop when the project schedule is completed.Â The Project Manager is accountable to keep the schedule on track and remove any obstacles the project team is facing.
Bonuses - Lectures throughout the course have resources that you can download and leverage in your own professional setting as a Project Manager.Â Also, there are "Additional Resource" lectures with links to articles and videos.
How long will it take?
With 60 lectures and over 6 hours of content, if you budget just 30 minutes a day, you can complete this course in approximately 3 weeks.Â
Is it for me?
This course is for you if you want to understand what the Project Management profession is and the components of managing a project.Â This course is especially useful for college students or experienced professionals who are new to the Project Management field and want more information as to the day-to-day responsibilities of a Project Manager.Â
What if I don't understand a topic?
As you move through the course, I will provide prompts where you can reach out to me with questions or feedback.Â I will PERSONALLY get back to you to answer any questions you may have.Â
What youâ€™ll learn
What a project manager is and the associated required skillsets.Â We will also go into a day in the life of a project manager.
The experience required to become a project manager and how you may already have this even if you never did project management!
An overview of the Agile and Hybrid methodologies
How to manage stakeholders and have them understand the project management governance process.
Resource Management:Â planning resources, team empowerment, and holding resources accountable
How to control scope with aggressive business partners and a review of the change request process
How to build a project schedule and define who will be the workstream leads to manage different aspects of the project such as subject matter expertise, software development, testing, and integration.
Managing software vendor performance and controlling costs
Managing risks and ensuring that a quality product is delivered
Communications Management techniques that the Project Manager can implement to ensure there is no miscommunication during the project.

Who this course is for:
Anyone who wants to transition from their current job role to a career in project/program management.
Project Managers who just started in this field and want more information about this role.Â Â
College Students looking to start a career in project management.Â
The "accidental" project or program manager.
Who this course is for:
College Students studying to become a Project Manager
Experienced Professionals who want to transition into the Project Management field
Project Managers who want a refresher course

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Daniel Rivera, PMP

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In the past, I've mentored project managers on the various aspects of project management. Now, you can join their ranks by taking my courses on Udemy.I have over 7 years of experience as a project manager and am a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP). I've worked with major brands in the past such as Honeywell, Chubb, and Mizuho Bank.My colleagues consistently described me as a passionate mentor and trainer. A fun fact is that I'm also a registered yoga instructor (RYT-200) and enjoy yoga in my spare time. My other passions include writing, shooting Basketball, weight training, and hiking with my family.

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