The focus of this course is on the process of managing projects. After planning is done, we need to know how to successfully execute the plan and deliver within the allocated timeframe and cost. This course will focus on how execution and progress evaluation is performed in a waterfall approach, as well as the agile approach to project management. The goal is to learn the tools and techniques offered by both of these approaches and empower the project managers to utilize what works for a given project.
Project Execution and Control
Project Execution and Control
This course is part of Business Value and Project Management Specialization
Instructor: Fataneh Taghaboni-Dutta, Ph.D., PMP, CSM, CSPO
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There are 5 modules in this course
You will become familiar with the course, your classmates, and our learning environment. The orientation will also help you obtain the technical skills required for the course.
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4 videos6 readings1 quiz1 discussion prompt
In this module, you will learn about tools for making a realistic project plan.
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16 videos2 readings9 quizzes
In this module, you will learn about the tools and techniques used in the waterfall approach for monitoring the progress of a project.
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14 videos3 readings8 quizzes
In this module, you will learn about the importance of proper project closure.
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17 videos2 readings7 quizzes2 assignments1 peer review
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19 videos4 readings9 quizzes1 assignment
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