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Mastering PMI-SP: PMI-SP Certification Preparation Course
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Mastering PMI-SP: PMI-SP Certification Preparation Course

Become a proficient scheduler and effective communicator with our comprehensive PMI-SP course.
Last updated 9/2024
English

What you'll learn

  • Advanced project scheduling techniques and methodologies. Effective stakeholder communication and engagement strategies.
  • Utilization of project management metrics for monitoring and controlling schedules. Application of PMBOK principles in project scope, time, quality.
  • Requirement definition, management, and traceability processes. Stakeholder identification, analysis, and engagement planning.
  • Tools and techniques for stakeholder communication and reporting. Integrated change control and resource planning.
  • Performance monitoring and progress tracking methods. Best practices for schedule closeout and project documentation.

Course content

3 sections113 lectures18h 9m total length
  • Introduction PM and Controlling7:41
  • Introduction PM and Controlling Continue7:58
  • Metrics11:57

    Define and monitor project metrics to drive data-driven monitoring and control, establish reviews, and tailor metrics to each project's needs for timely, quality delivery.

  • Define the Metrix6:29

    Define actionable, component-level progress metrics within agile iterations, using smart goals to track percentage complete for interface and database design, and project health, including cost, schedule variances, and billing data.

  • Reporting9:23
  • PMI-Project Monitoring7:46

    Master project monitoring and controlling with PMI by tracking progress against the baseline, managing changes, and analyzing performance through status reviews, data-driven decisions, and proactive corrective actions.

  • Work Performance Data7:29
  • Work Performance Information10:58

    Analyze how work performance data is collected, transformed into information, including defects, change requests, and deliverables, and reported to guide status, control decisions, and maintenance.

  • What is PMBOK10:44

    Explore the pmbok sixth edition framework and the process groups—initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, closing—and how integration management guides charter and plan development for end-to-end projects.

  • Project Scope Management5:39
  • Project Time Management7:00
  • Quality Management8:17

    Improve project quality through plan quality, quality assurance, and quality control. Leverage Six Sigma, ISO audits, and root cause analysis to prevent defects and satisfy clients.

  • Human Resource Management8:01
  • Communication Management8:57
  • Project Risk Management5:36
  • Intro to Scope Management9:29

    Define and manage project and product scope through fact-finding, documenting, and gaining agreement with the client, coordinating stakeholders to prevent scope changes and post-implementation defects.

  • Intro to Scope Management Continue8:23
  • Pressure from two Group of Stakeholders8:20
  • Avoid Gold Plating9:14
  • Avoid Scope Creep7:40
  • Scope Management Process Overview10:39

    Explore the scope management process, including approved scope, change control by the CCP, and impact analysis. Learn to document changes and align them with the project charter and baseline.

  • Approved by CCb3:06
  • Change the Scope Should be Validated8:01
  • Change the Scope Should be Validated Continue6:43

    Communicate candidly with customers about late-stage change requests, assess impact on cost and delivery, and update the change control process, charter, and plan through replanning and reestimation.

  • Collect Requirements11:00
  • Define Scope3:19
  • Define Scope Continue9:19
  • More on Define Scope10:52

    Define scope through product analysis and facilitator workshops, using techniques like brainstorming and value analysis to align cross-functional requirements, produce a project scope statement, and guide change decisions.

  • Creating WBS4:31
  • Creating WBS Continue8:27

    Create a detailed WBS from the scope document, noting exclusions, constraints, and assumptions. Engage stakeholders and refine the scope statement, acceptance criteria, and project charter to anchor deliverables.

  • Creating WBS-Inputs7:20
  • Tools and Techniques9:44
  • Creating WBS-Output4:31
  • Verify Scope7:57
  • Verify Scope Continue9:02
  • Control Scope11:51
  • Requirement Definition8:10
  • Requirement Management Plan9:21
  • Requirement Management Plan Continue9:08

    Explore how organizations manage requirements from strategic planning to execution and outline the requirement management plan, detailing stakeholder roles, processes, artifact mapping, prioritization, baselines, and change communication.

  • Stakeholder Responsibility10:40
  • Stakeholder Responsibility Continue4:07

    Apply the RSI RACI matrix to define stakeholder roles in requirements, secure customer buy-in, coordinate UAT, and streamline end-to-end delivery with documented responsibilities and regular communication.

  • Requirement Management Process8:36
  • Requirement Management Process Continue10:50
  • Requirement Types12:21

    Analyze the process of gathering, refining, and documenting requirements across project types. Identify business, stakeholder, and technical solution requirements, baselining, sign-off, and artifacts to guide IT projects.

  • Requirement Attributes10:15
  • Requirement Attributes Continue12:07
  • Requirement Traceability12:58
  • Requirement Traceability Continue3:35
  • More on Requirement Traceability12:24

    Mastering requirement traceability links the business case, processes, use cases, and requirements to enable impact analysis, scope control, and proactive quality across development and maintenance.

  • Requirement Versioning and Baseline7:03
  • Requirement Versioning and Baseline Continue8:11
  • Communication of Requirement Changes12:54

    Establish a clear communication strategy for requirement changes. Implement a robust change control process to manage stakeholders, timelines, and quality in agile and waterfall projects.

  • Communication of Requirement Changes Continue10:31
  • Critical Success factor for RMP-PMI Article12:11
  • Critical Success factor for RMP-PMI Article Continue7:28
  • Requirement Specification12:46

    Explore how requirement specification templates define scope, assumptions, and constraints for ERP projects, emphasizing project IDs, versioning, approvals, and documented changes.

  • Project Description13:01
  • Project Requirement5:53
  • Functional Requirement14:37

    Visualize functional requirements with activity and use case diagrams to clarify approvals, and document user interface requirements, validations, and data fields for the client, with measurable performance and usability targets.

  • Manageability-Maintainability11:47

    Evaluate availability and latency requirements for mission-critical systems, assess downtime impact, and define monitoring, maintenance, operations, and well-documented system interfaces for modular, scalable, reusable, and secure designs.

  • Security11:59
  • Requirement ERP Template11:36

    Explore the erp template with a detailed example, outlining executive summary, scope, milestones, modules, security, ui/ux design, reports, and the vital stakeholder partnership.

  • Requirement ERP Template Continue7:07
  • Requirement Traceability Matrix9:50
  • Requirement Traceability Matrix Continue8:11

    Explore requirement traceability and verification across internal and client testing, documenting test cases, managing defects, and applying monitoring and control for PMI-SP projects.

  • Planning Recap20:25

    Explore planning recap focused on monitoring and control, status reporting, and resource management within an integrated PMI-SP framework, emphasizing stakeholder communication, risk planning, and schedule management.

  • Planning Recap Continue8:41
  • Project Control Cycle20:24

    Learn how the project control cycle drives authorization, tracking, and forecasting through baseline plans, change control, expediate, data capture, CPM, and risk management.

  • Progress Monitoring25:16
  • Schedule Control9:41
  • Schedule Control Continue9:55
  • Case Study14:51
  • Project Control9:56
  • Project Control Continue12:30
  • Resource Planning7:46

    Master resource planning by estimating, forecasting, and ensuring availability of resources within budget, balancing client needs and project constraints through recruitment, team grooming, and stakeholder alignment.

  • Integrated Change Control5:12
  • Managing People12:43
  • Managing People Continue10:32

    Apply resource smoothing and leveling to balance demand and utilization. Manage the project team through soft skills, observed behavior, conflict resolution, and clear objectives linked to performance and mentoring.

  • Performance Monitoring7:50
  • Performance Monitoring Continue7:42

Requirements

  • Basic understanding of project management concepts and principles. Familiarity with the PMBOK Guide and project management methodologies. Experience in project scheduling, monitoring, and controlling processes is recommended but not mandatory. Access to relevant study materials and resources for exam preparation. Desire to pursue PMI-SP certification and commitment to completing the course requirements.

Description

Introduction:

Welcome to the PMI-SP - Schedule Monitoring and Controlling course, designed to provide comprehensive insights into project management practices related to schedule monitoring and controlling. This section serves as a foundational step in understanding the intricacies of project scheduling, metrics, and performance monitoring. We will begin by exploring the fundamental concepts of project management and controlling, setting the stage for a deep dive into schedule-related processes. Through lectures, examples, and case studies, you will develop a solid understanding of the importance of effective schedule management in project success.

Section 1: PMI-SP - Schedule Monitoring and Controlling:

In this section, we delve into the core aspects of schedule monitoring and controlling. Starting with an overview of project management metrics, we explore how these metrics define project performance and inform decision-making processes. We then proceed to discuss the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) framework and its relevance in project scheduling. Through lectures on project scope and time management, quality assurance, and communication strategies, you will gain insights into the holistic approach required for effective project scheduling. By examining case studies and best practices, you will learn how to mitigate risks, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure project success.

Section 2: PMI-SP - Stakeholder Communications Management:

In this section, we shift our focus to stakeholder communications management, recognizing the critical role stakeholders play in project outcomes. Through lectures and interactive sessions, you will learn how to identify stakeholders, analyze their interests and influence, and develop targeted communication strategies. We will explore tools and techniques for stakeholder engagement, emphasizing the importance of maintaining open channels of communication throughout the project lifecycle. By the end of this section, you will be equipped with the skills to effectively manage stakeholder relationships and navigate complex project dynamics.

Conclusion:

As we conclude the PMI-SP - Schedule Monitoring and Controlling course, you have gained valuable insights into the intricacies of project scheduling and stakeholder communications management. Armed with this knowledge, you are better prepared to tackle the challenges of modern project management, drive project success, and deliver value to your organization. We encourage you to apply the principles and techniques learned in this course to your real-world projects, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Thank you for joining us on this learning journey, and we wish you success in your future project endeavors.

Who this course is for:

  • This course is designed for project managers, scheduling professionals, and individuals involved in project management who aim to enhance their skills in schedule monitoring and controlling processes and obtain the PMI-SP (Project Management Institute - Scheduling Professional) certification. It is also suitable for anyone interested in project scheduling and seeking to advance their career in project management.