Project Management Fundamentals, Part One examines the phases of the Project Management Life Cycle, and a project manager's role in each phase. It defines basic project success criteria and common reasons for project failure. Finally, it describes techniques for setting up a strong project team and determining the elements of a Risk Management Plan.

Audience

Those with project management responsibilities or who are part of a project team.

Learning Objectives

After completing this course, students will be able to:

• Describe the differences between project management and regular management
• Identify the major phases in a project
• Identify criteria for a successful project
• Describe the major elements that define all projects
• Construct useful project goals and objectives
• Identify the elements to be included in a statement of work
• Describe the purpose and key elements of a project charter
• List the basic approaches to handling risk
• Identify the components of risk assessment
• Select appropriate tools for analyzing risk