Fundamentals of Project Management

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The Fundamentals of Project Management course is a hands-on introductory program designed for professionals who have little or no experience with project management. This two-day course thoroughly covers the useful strategies necessary to deliver a project within the defined method, cost and schedule constraints.

USC’s Fundamentals of Project Management course will enable you to identify scope, risks and resources efficiently – empowering you with a highly sought after skill set most companies are seeking. This program is designed to introduce you to the Project Management Certificate; which is a gateway to earning your Project Management Professional (PMP®) credential.

Program Focus Areas:

• Project life cycle
• Defining scope
• Scheduling logistics
• Project risks
• Maintaining control
• Execution

Tuition for the Fundamentals of Project Management is $595, which includes all course materials.

Curriculum Overview

Day 1

• Lesson 1: Getting Started with Project Management
  • Describe a Project
  • Describe the Project Management Life Cycle
  • Identify the Role of a Project Manager
• Lesson 2: Initiating a Project
  • Determine the Scope of a Project
  • Identify the Skills for a Project Team
  • Identify the Risks to a Project
• Lesson 3: Planning for Time and Cost
  • Create a Work Breakdown Structure
  • Sequence the Activities
  • Create a Project Schedule
  • Determine Project Costs


Day 2

• Lesson 4: Planning for Project Risks, Communication, and Change Control
  • Analyze the Risks to a Project
  • Create a Communication Plan
  • Plan for Change Control
• Lesson 5: Managing a Project
  • Begin Project Work
  • Execute the Project Plan
  • Track Project Progress
  • Report Performance
  • Implement Change Control
• Lesson 6: Executing the Project Closeout Phase
  • Close a Project
  • Create a Final Report