Project Management Fundamentals: A Beginner's Guide [Free Online Course] - TechCracked

Project Management Fundamentals: A Beginner's Guide

Master the Essentials of Project Management: Learn Planning, Risk Management, and Team Communication

This course includes:

  • 2 hours on-demand video
  • 3 articles
  • 7 downloadable resources
  • Access on mobile and TV
  • Certificate of completion

What you'll learn

  • The fundamental project management theory and how to apply the best practices to your next project
  • A basic understanding of the project management methodology, including initiation, planning, monitoring, control, and closing
  • How to define S.M.A.R.T. goals in project management
  • How to use the Eisenhower matrix to minimize distractions and focus on essential tasks
  • To describe the role of the project manager and the different phases of the project life cycle
  • The main differences between Waterfall and Agile, while comparing the pros and cons
  • SCRUM and how to put it to use in your project management process
  • How to work with WorkSection, a service that helps manage tasks and time distribution among project participants
  • How to create tasks in the task manager via our step-by-step guide
  • How to develop strong project management leadership skills
  • Risk management in project management includes the concept of risk as well as the basic methods and tools used for managing risks
  • How to track KPIs in terms of project management
  • How to evaluate the success of a project and report the results to stakeholders
  • The personal and professional skills needed to become a successful project manager
  • How to feel calm and effective when running a project of any size in any industry

Description

Project management is a dynamic and rewarding career path with immense potential for professional growth and impact. As a skilled project manager, you have the power to drive organizational success, implement cutting-edge technologies, transform business operations, and influence all aspects of a company's performance. With experience, project managers often advance to senior leadership roles, where they can further develop their expertise and command competitive salaries in the six-figure range.

Our comprehensive Project Management Certification course covers essential concepts and best practices that every aspiring project manager needs to master. Whether you're new to the field or looking to upgrade your skills, this program provides a robust foundation to launch or accelerate your project management career. You'll gain practical strategies, tools and techniques that can be immediately applied to boost productivity and deliver results on real-world projects.

The curriculum starts with fundamental principles and progresses to advanced topics, including:

- Project lifecycles and methodologies 

- Stakeholder management and communication

- Resource allocation and budgeting

- Risk assessment and mitigation

- Agile and Scrum frameworks

- Change management

- Team leadership and motivation

- Project scheduling and tracking

- Quality assurance and control

- Procurement and vendor management

Through our immersive, hands-on approach, you'll develop the skills to effectively plan, execute and deliver projects of any scale or complexity. You'll learn how to overcome common challenges, make data-driven decisions, and achieve consistent project success.

Key topics covered in-depth include:

PROJECT MANAGEMENT METHODOLOGIES

Master industry-standard frameworks like Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid approaches. Learn how to select and tailor methodologies to fit different project types and organizational contexts. Gain hands-on experience with popular project management software tools.

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 

Develop strategies for building strong relationships with executives, clients, team members and other key stakeholders. Learn effective communication techniques, conflict resolution, and change management to keep projects on track.

TEAM LEADERSHIP

Discover how to assemble high-performing teams, foster collaboration, and motivate team members to achieve peak productivity. Explore team development models and learn to adapt your leadership style to different team dynamics.

The course features numerous real-world case studies and practical exercises to reinforce learning. You'll gain access to a comprehensive toolkit of templates, checklists and resources to apply directly to your projects.

Upon completion, you'll be equipped with the knowledge, skills and credentials to excel as a project manager in any industry. You'll be prepared to pursue respected certifications like the PMP (Project Management Professional) and boost your earning potential.

LEARN FROM INDUSTRY EXPERTS:

Our instructors bring over 15 years of experience managing complex, high-stakes projects for Fortune 500 companies and startups alike. As leaders of an award-winning digital marketing agency, they've successfully delivered over 2,000 client projects.

Lead instructor Anton Voroniuk is a seasoned project delivery expert, change management consultant, and business transformation specialist. He's guided numerous organizations through large-scale technology implementations and operational changes.

Over 500,000 professionals worldwide have benefited from our online training programs. Our blog and YouTube channel provide ongoing tips and insights to help you stay at the cutting edge of project management best practices.

COURSE FEATURES:

- 10+ hours of video lectures with real-world examples

- Quizzes and assignments to test your knowledge

- Downloadable templates, checklists and resources

- Lifetime access to course materials and updates

- 1:1 instructor support

- Official certificate of completion

- 30-day money-back guarantee

Enroll now to fast-track your project management career and gain the skills to lead game-changing initiatives. Let's embark on this exciting learning journey together!

Who this course is for:

People who want to start a career in project management

Specialists working with projects at work: marketers, lawyers, designers, programmers, architects, etc.


Also See : Professional Certificate in Agile and SCRUM

Course is FREE for Limited Time Only!