Project Management Introduction (PMBOK® Guide Sixth Edition)

Project Management Introduction (PMBOK® Guide Sixth Edition)

Overview/Description
Target Audience
Prerequisites
Expected Duration
Lesson Objectives
Course Number
Expertise Level

Overview/Description
If you're responsible for managing projects, understanding the project basics is essential. Project management is affected at every stage by the organization, the social environment, the project stakeholders, and many other aspects of the context in which the project is carried out. The CAPM® is an asset that will enhance your credibility and effectiveness in project management, as CAPM training helps you understand what you need to know before planning begins. This course covers key project management concepts and terms, and provides information about the variables that can influence project outcomes.

Target Audience
Existing project managers pursuing certification in recognition of their skills and experience; individuals training to become accredited project managers

Prerequisites
None

Expected Duration (hours)
1.0

Lesson Objectives

Project Management Introduction (PMBOK® Guide Sixth Edition)

recognize characteristics of projects

recognize responsibilities of effective project managers

distinguish between the three types of project management competencies

recognize characteristics of portfolios and programs

distinguish between project stakeholder roles

recognize organizational stakeholder roles

identify aspects of organizational culture that will influence a project

recognize examples of enterprise environmental factors and organizational process assets

recognize organizational structure types

recognize characteristics of the Agile methodology

demonstrate your understanding of foundational project management concepts

Course Number:
apj_28_a01_bs_enus

Expertise Level
Everyone