This PMI-authorized course, led by a certified instructor, prepares participants for the PMP® certification exam. It aligns with the PMBOK 7th Edition Exam Content Outline and fulfills the 35 required training hours for certification eligibility.
This course includes:
- 5 days of live, project-based training from experts
- Proprietary workbook included
- Retake for free within 1 year
- Verified digital certificate of completion
- Learn at an accredited institution
- Credits: 3 CEUs
This exam prep course is authorized by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and taught by a PMI-certified, experienced instructor. It is designed to prepare you for the Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification exam. Developed by PMI and validated by PMP® certification holders, this course aligns with the PMP Exam Content Outline and satisfies the 35 training hours required to apply for the PMP® certification.
Target Audience
- PMP candidates and Mid-level (minimum) Project Managers, Project Coordinators, Project Analysts, Team Leaders, Product Managers, Program Managers
This course has a prerequisite
- Students should have prior experience leading or managing projects, familiarity with project management processes such as initiation, planning, execution, and closure.
What You'll Learn at a Glance
- Set the foundation for the larger discussion of project management, then focus on the elements of strategic alignment, types of business value, change management theory, project governance, and project compliance.
- Focus on engaging stakeholders, forming a team, building a shared understanding of the project, and determining the best project approach (predictive, adaptive, or hybrid).
- Focus on the project management plan, project scope, scheduling, resource planning, budgeting, risks, quality, and change management processes.
- Discuss developing leadership competencies and skills, empowering teams, communication strategies, team training/coaching/mentoring, and conflict management.
- Compare methods for measuring, supporting, and improving performance, as well as evaluating project progress and managing change.
- Discuss the closure of a phase or project, managing the benefits gained from the project, and knowledge transfer.
Course Syllabus
Lesson 1: Business Environment
- Understand the value of project management in the business environment.
- Examine the impact of organizational structure on project management.
- Analyze stakeholder engagement and communication.
Lesson 2: Start the Project
- Learn the steps in initiating a project, including defining project goals and objectives.
- Understand project charter creation and its importance.
- Identify the key stakeholders and establish project scope.
Lesson 3: Plan the Project
- Explore project planning techniques and tools.
- Learn how to develop a project schedule and manage resources.
- Understand how to manage project risks and set budgets.
Lesson 4: Lead the Team
- Explore leadership and team management strategies in project management.
- Understand conflict resolution and effective communication methods.
- Learn how to inspire and motivate teams to ensure project success.
Lesson 5: Support Project Team Performance
- Learn techniques for improving team collaboration and performance.
- Explore methods for resolving issues and overcoming obstacles in teams.
- Understand how to assess and develop team members' skills.
Lesson 6: Close the Project/Phase
- Learn the process of closing a project or project phase.
- Understand how to assess project outcomes and document lessons learned.
- Explore the importance of project closure reports and final project evaluations.
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.
