Program Overview

The Project+ course is centered on information technology (IT) projects. The course will provide you with the concepts and processes involved in project management. Certification in project management has increasingly become a requirement for those interested in full‐time careers in this field. It improves your credibility with stakeholders and customers. Becoming certified demonstrates your intent to learn the processes associated with project management and provides you with opportunities for positions and advancements that may not otherwise be possible. There are several project management methodologies you can follow, each with its own processes and procedures, but at the foundation of each one are sound project management principles and techniques. There four major domains covered in this course:

  1. Project Management Concepts
  2. Project Life Cycle Phases
  3. Tools and Documentation
  4. Basics of IT and Governance

The course maps to the CompTIA Project+ PKO-005 exam.

This course is taught with UMass Global’s LIVE ONLINE training format using a video communications software. Students receive the same high-quality training as found in a traditional classroom setting.

At a Glance

Extended Education
Approximately 48 hours
3.0 PDUs
$2095
EdAssist discounted rate: $1,885

Live Online Training Experience

Expert

Instructor-Led in Real Time

Learn directly from an expert instructor delivering content live, allowing for immediate insights and guidance.

Fully Accessible

Access to Course Materials

Receive full access to presentations, resources, and supporting documents to reinforce your learning.

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Interactive Learning Environment

Engage with classmates and your instructor through a collaborative platform that encourages discussion and participation.

Fast Track

On-Demand Playback

Revisit any session at your convenience with access to recorded classes for continued learning and review.

Upon successful mastery of this course, you will be able to:
  • Explain the basic characteristics of a project and the various methodologies and frameworks used in IT projects.
  • Define the role of the Project Manager and list the factors that influence project management activities.
  • Discuss how to identify who the stakeholders are and identify their roles and responsibilities.
  • Demonstrate how to define and document the scope of a project management plan.
  • Define project tasks, identify the resources, and develop a project schedule.
  • Discuss the various organizational structures and how they impact a project management plan.
  • List and explain the factors to consider when developing a project budget and a risk mitigation plan.
  • Describe the best practices for keeping stakeholders and project resources informed on the progress of the project plan.

Tuition covers only the cost of the course. Nothing else is provided to the student.

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