Title: Project Management Basics
Location: US
Company: IBM
About this course:
The global economy will need 25 million more project managers by 2030 (Project Management Institute). Demand for skilled practitioners is booming. If you’re just starting your project management journey, this course provides the ideal introduction to this in-demand field. It’s specifically designed for beginners, career starters, or career switchers, and no prior experience is required.
What do project managers do? Project managers plan, organize, and oversee projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and meet the desired objectives.
In this course, you’ll explore the core principles of project management, its benefits, and the challenges faced by professionals in the field. You’ll discover how current trends, such as remote work, Agile practices, and artificial intelligence, are reshaping the way projects are managed today. Plus, you’ll learn about the diverse career paths available in project management, and look at roles across various industries, skill requirements, and experience levels.
Throughout the course, you’ll access lectures, interviews with experienced project managers, readings, activities, and quizzes to build a solid appreciation of project management. And by the end, you’ll have gained valuable insights and practical knowledge from industry experts.
If you’re looking for the perfect introduction to the exciting world of project management, ENROLL TODAY and get started on your path to your first project management role.
Start your project management journey exploring the core principles of project management, its benefits, and the role it plays in projects.
Discover who project managers work with, different project management methodologies, and recent trends in project management.
Understand the typical responsibilities of a project manager and the skill sets needed to fulfill those responsibilities.
Investigate different industries, paths, and possible career progressions available to project management professionals.
Start your project management journey learning the core principles of project management and valuable insights from industry experts. Ideal for beginners. No prior experience required.
Duration: 5 weeks
Curriculum:
- Module 0: Welcome
- Module 1: What Is Project Management?
- Module 2: Working as a Project Manager
- Module 3: What Does Being a Project Manager Require?
- Module 4: Careers in Project Management
- Module 5: Final Quiz and Final Project
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