Advanced Project Management (1/4): Project Initiation

A thorough explanation of Project Management concepts to prepare learners to be Project Management Professionals, PMP

Created byJamal Moustafaev, BBA, MBA, PMP

Last updated 8/2023

English

What you'll learn

Have a thorough understanding of Project Initiation
Understand the current state of the project management industry
Recognize the responsibilities of the project manager
Learn key project management terms
Understand project phases and project management knowledge domains
Learn the key ingredients into the Project Charter
Appreciate the concept of "project management triangle" and "project management pentagon"
Understand how to measure project feasibility (domain of project portfolio management)
Includes a review of several real Project Charter documents from various industries
Earn 3 PDUs

Course content

5 sections • 16 lectures • 3h 11m total length

Introduction and agenda13:15

Introduction to project management12:11
Current state of project management13:14
Explore the current state of project management through real-case failures and Standish group data, highlighting how executive support, defined requirements, planning, and user involvement drive success.
Are projects difficult/complex?12:11
Why invest in project management?16:31
Invest in project management when projects significantly impact the business. Use the project triangle—scope, time, cost—to balance delivery across functional and productized structures and guide portfolio decisions.
Key terms and definitions15:52
explores the responsibilities of the project manager from scope management, time management, budget, risk, and quality management to stakeholder and communications management planning.

Project Initiation12:54
Project Charter12:56
ROM budget and schedules11:53
Explore rough order of magnitude budgeting and scheduling for project initiation, including headcount by discipline, total cost, and project duration, with real-world examples and uncertainty ranges.
Estimates and probabilities9:07
Stakeholder register and feasibility13:55
Introduction to PPM scoring models11:41
Explore why purely financial models are unreliable and apply a five-criterion PPM scoring model—strategic fit, resources, technical feasibility, financial value, and risk.
Risk management13:34

Review of sample project charters 1/29:55
Review real-life project charters for a bank crm implementation, detailing problem opportunities, high-level scope, data clean-up, data warehouse integration, key modules, sop updates, training, budget and timeline, and stakeholder roles.
Review of sample project charters 2/28:02
Examine how a government-mandated mobile number portability project expands from a basic scope to a full charter, detailing features, budget, timeline, risk, and stakeholder roles.

Requirements

This course is an introduction to project management, no prior knowledge is required.

Description

Welcome to an exciting and comprehensive course series led by Jamal, a highly experienced project management expert. The Advanced Project Management series comprises four parts that delve into the entire domain of project management, combining practical applications with theoretical concepts. In this first installment, we will explore "Project Initiation."

This workshop is designed to equip you with a deep understanding of project management, covering all essential aspects, from introduction to project initiation. Jamal will share a wealth of knowledge, including practical tricks, tips, and "guerrilla warfare" tactics, to help you navigate the complexities of project initiation successfully.

Through engaging exercises, thought-provoking case studies, and intriguing historical examples, you will gain valuable insights and practical skills to excel in project initiation. This course is not only informative but also enjoyable, ensuring an engaging and dynamic learning experience.

Upon completion of this course, you will earn 3 PDUs that can be applied to your PMP certification or re-certification requirements, further enhancing your professional credentials.

If you have any questions or need guidance, rest assured that you can contact the instructor directly for personalized support.

Join us now to embark on this transformative journey in advanced project management, led by Jamal. Expand your expertise, sharpen your skills, and unlock new opportunities for success in the dynamic world of project management.

Who this course is for:

Anyone who wants to achieve professional level understanding of project management.

Advanced Project Management (1/4): Project Initiation

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Course content

Introduction1 lecture • 13min

Foundational knowledge5 lectures • 1hr 10min

Project Initiation7 lectures • 1hr 26min

Sample project charters2 lectures • 18min

Course wrap up, well done!1 lecture • 5min

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