Course Summary
This course teaches the principles of project execution, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and communication. By the end of the course, you'll be able to successfully execute a project from start to finish.Key Learning Points
- Learn how to create a project plan, including budgeting and scheduling.
- Gain skills in risk management and communication.
- Understand how to successfully execute a project from start to finish.
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- USA: $85,000 - $135,000
- India: ₹600,000 - ₹1,500,000
- Spain: €36,000 - €65,000
- USA: $85,000 - $135,000
- India: ₹600,000 - ₹1,500,000
- Spain: €36,000 - €65,000
- USA: $45,000 - $65,000
- India: ₹300,000 - ₹800,000
- Spain: €24,000 - €40,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Create a project plan, including budgeting and scheduling.
- Effectively manage risks and communicate with stakeholders.
- Successfully execute a project from start to finish.
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of project management principles.
- Access to a computer with internet connection.
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Project Management: The Basics for Success
- Agile Planning for Software Products
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Project Management Expert
- Project Management Consultant
Related Books
Description
Project Execution has many challenges and a good project must learn how to execute projects and adjust to changes that may derail your project plans in the traditional and agile project management environments. In this course, the student will define direct and manage project work and knowledge.
Outline
- Module 1: Direct and Manage Project Work
- Introduction from Guest Lecturer Margaret Meloni
- Course and Module Introduction (1.010)
- Let’s Review Our Project Plans (1.020)
- Change Control (1.030)
- Tools and Techniques Discipline (1.040)
- Expert Judgement and PMIS (1.050)
- Direct and Manage Project Progress (1.060)
- Guest Lecture: Executing the Project
- Module Wrap-Up (1.070)
- About the Instructor
- Earning a UCI Continuing Education Certificate in Project Management
- Course Deferral and Cancellation Policies
- Coursera Technical Support
- Reminder: Live Session - Week 1
- Course Syllabus
- Module 1 Readings
- Case Study for Quiz - Please Read First!
- Module 1 Quiz
- Manage Project Knowledge
- Module Introduction
- Monitor and Control Project Work (2.020)
- Manage and Control Communication (2.030)
- Manage Stakeholder Engagement (2.040)
- Managing Stakeholders with RAM and RACI (2.050)
- Guest Lecture: Stakeholders
- Module 2 Readings
- Reminder: Live Session - Week 2
- Interactive: The Grand Canyon Skywalker Project
- Case Study for Quiz - Please read first!
- Module 2 Quiz
- Resource Acquisitions
- Module Introduction
- Resource Planning and Virtual Team Management (3.020)
- Controlling Resources (3.030)
- Conduct and Control Procurement (3.040)
- Risk Responses (3.050)
- Guest Lecture: Resource Acquisition
- Module 3 Readings
- Reminder: Live Session - Week 3
- Case Study for Quiz - Please Read First!
- Midterm Survey
- Module 3 Quiz
- Monitoring and Controlling Projects
- Module Overview (4.010)
- Monitor and Control Project Work (4.020)
- Perform Integrated Change Control (4.030)
- Integration Management (4.040)
- Integration Management Plan (4.050)
- Guest Lecture: Change Control
- Module 4 Readings
- Reminder: Live Session - Week 4
- Interactive Scenario: Underground in Seattle
- Case Study for Quiz - Please Read First!
- Module 4 Quiz
- Welcome to Earned Value Management
- Module Overview (5.010)
- Earned Value Management (5.020)
- Project Performance (5.030)
- Performance Measures (5.040)
- Integrations for Performance Management (5.050)
- More Performance Measures (5.060v2)
- To-Complete Performance Index (5.070v3)
- Guest Lecture: Monitoring and Controlling
- Module 5 Reading
- Reminder: Live Session - Week 5
- A Note about Your Cumulative Grade
- Situation for Quiz - Please Read First!
- Module 5 Quiz
- Project/Phase Close-Outs
- Module Overview
- Closeout Activities (6.020)
- Conduct and Communicate Final Updates to PM Plans (6.030)
- Project or Phase Close (6.040)
- Guest Lecture: Closing the Project
- Course Completion (6.050)
- Module 6 Readings
- Reminder: Live Session - Week 6
- Interactive Exercise: The Koi Pond
- Case Study for Quiz - Please Read First!
- Final Course Evaluation
- Module 6 Quiz
Summary of User Reviews
Learn about project execution on Coursera and gain valuable insights from industry experts. This course has received positive reviews from users who have found it to be a comprehensive and practical guide to project management.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The practical approach of the course content has been praised by many users.Pros from User Reviews
- The course provides practical examples of project execution.
- The instructors are industry experts with extensive experience in project management.
- The course is well-structured and easy to follow.
- The assignments and quizzes are challenging and help to reinforce the concepts learned.
- The course provides useful templates and tools for project management.
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course to be too basic and not suitable for experienced project managers.
- The course does not cover advanced project management techniques.
- Some users found the course content to be repetitive.
- The course does not provide hands-on experience with project management tools.
- The course may not be suitable for those looking for a certification in project management.
Peter Kim, PMP, MBA
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