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Initiating and Planning Projects

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Course Summary

Learn the fundamentals of project planning, including how to create a project plan, identify project goals and objectives, and develop a project schedule and budget.

Key Learning Points

Understand the importance of project planning in achieving project success
Learn how to create a project plan that includes goals, objectives, schedule, and budget
Explore different project planning tools and techniques

Learning Outcomes

Create a comprehensive project plan that includes goals, objectives, schedule, and budget
Understand the importance of risk management in project planning
Learn how to use project planning tools and techniques effectively

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic understanding of project management concepts
Familiarity with project planning software/tools

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online self-paced
Video lectures
Interactive quizzes and assignments

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Notable People in This Field

Tom Peters
Seth Godin

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Description

The courses in the Introduction to Project Management Principles and Practices Specialization are a recommended precursor to UCI's Applied Project Management Certificate.

Successful projects require careful upfront planning. In this course, you’ll learn the key roles and responsibilities of the project manager and project team. You’ll also learn to answer some key questions upfront to help you meet project objectives: What will this project accomplish? Why is this project important? Who benefits from this project? How will we plan for successful outcomes? Upon completing this course, you will be able to: 1. Identify the key characteristics of a project 2. Identify primary project constraints 3. Define the role and responsibilities of the project manager 4. Identify Project Organizational Structures 5. Understand the definition of a Project Stakeholder 6. Identify project stakeholders 7. Identify information needs of the project stakeholders 8. Define responsibility for managing stakeholder and controlling stakeholder engagement 9. Define the purpose of using a project charter 10. Summarize the key elements of a project plan 11. Identify common sources of conflict within a project environment 12. Describe the difference between authority and influence

Knowledge

Identify project stakeholders
Define the role and responsibilities of the project manager
Summarize the key elements of a project plan
Anticipate common sources of conflict within a project environment

Outline

Get Started!
Course Overview
Course Survey

What is a Project?
2.1 Lecture
2.3 Case Study
Bonus Video: Deciphering the PMBOK® Guide
2.2 Lesson
2.4 Optional Readings
2.5 Exercise
Module 2 Quiz

Get to Know your Stakeholders
3.1 Lecture
3.3 Case Study
Bonus Video: A Stakeholder Story
Congratulations!
3.2 Lesson
3.4 Optional Readings
3.5 Exercise
Module 3 Quiz

Scope Matters
4.1 Lecture
4.3 Case Study
Bonus Video: WBS - We Build Strength
4.2 Lesson
4.4 Optional Readings
4.5 Exercise
Module 4 Quiz

Authority vs. Influence
5.1 Lecture
5.3 Case Study
Bonus Video: Productive Conflict
You're on your Way
5.2 Lesson
5.4 Optional Readings
5.5 Exercise
Module 5 Quiz

Wrap Up
Panelist Interview
Meet the Panelists
Post Course Survey
Final Exam

Summary of User Reviews

This project planning course on Coursera has received high praise from its users. Many have found it to be a valuable resource for learning the ins and outs of managing projects. One key aspect that users consistently appreciate is the practical focus of the course, which allows them to apply what they learn to real-world scenarios.

Pros from User Reviews

Practical approach to project planning and management
Course content is easy to follow and understand
Instructors provide helpful feedback and support
Great resource for both beginners and experienced professionals

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the course to be too basic
Limited interaction with instructors and other students
Course material can be repetitive at times

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