Managing Real World Projects

Focus on the key principles of project management in the real world using tools and techniques to achieve project success in a real-world simulation.

Program Overview

Cut through the clutter and focus on the key principles of project management in the real world. You'll be exposed to the basic tools employed in each of the five key project stages: Initiating, Planning, Controlling, Executing and Closing. Each stage is illustrated by examples and video commentary by project management professionals, where you can see how best practices are applied to solve project challenges. A toolkit of templates for a comprehensive project plan, work breakdown schedules, task list, issue list, risk register and close-out documents will equip you to tackle real world projects.

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Duration

Approximately 20 hours

Up to 12 months to complete coursework

Estimated Tuition

$259

No additional materials required

Ways to Learn

Online

Credit

2 CEUs

Strategic & Business Management 20 PDUs | Technical PM 6.25 PDUs | HRCI 20

Program Partner

We partnered with MindEdge to bring you affordable, full suite, cloud-based, content-rich online education.

As a student, you will: 

  • Strengthen your project management and leadership skills
  • Participate in a real-world simulation
  • Understand the five key project stages (Initiating, Planning, Controlling, Executing and Closing)
  • Identify key constraints for projects and how to establish goals and deliverables
  • Gain project management best practices
  • Understand how to communicate clearly with stakeholders and project team members
  • Earn a Certificate of Completion


Course includes:

  • Project Management Simulation
  • Real-world examples and references for learners to easily explore course topics
  • Subject matter expert available to answer questions, provide guidance, and offer additional content to address individual problem areas

Who Should Enroll?

  • Adult learners seeking project management experience.

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Program Benefits

100% Web-based learning.

Earn PDUs.

Courses are competitively priced.

“Ask the Expert.” Learners can pose content-related questions and receive feedback within 24 hours.

Courses include interactive exercises to engage learners.

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