Scholarship Details

Junior Class in Project Management

Instructor: Luc De Ceuster, MSc, PMP

Course Overview:

The "Project Management Tools and Techniques" course introduces participants to the fundamental aspects of project management. Often referred to as the "Art of Project Management," this course equips you with the essential vocabulary, definitions, and methodologies needed to manage projects effectively. Through a blend of theory and practical application, you will learn how to navigate a project from start to finish in 10 straightforward steps.

This foundational course is designed for those who are new to project management or those looking to reinforce their understanding of basic project management concepts. By the end of the course, you will be prepared to apply your new skills in your daily work, making a tangible impact on your projects.

Key Benefits:

  • Essential Knowledge: Gain a strong foundation in project management terminology and processes.
  • Practical Application: Learn how to implement project management techniques in real-world scenarios.
  • Certification Preparation: Earn 15 PDUs upon successful completion, which can be applied toward PMI certification.

Detailed Course Content:

  • Introducing Project Management Definitions, Terms, and Terminologies
  • The Project Management Process and Life Cycle
  • Define the Project
  • Generate Tasks
  • Determine Resources, Roles, and Responsibilities
  • Develop Estimates
  • Define Task Interdependencies and Analyze Critical Path
  • Develop Schedule
  • Perform Resource Loading and Leveling
  • Generate Project Budget
  • Uncertainty and Risks in Projects
  • Develop a Risk Management Plan
  • Project Execution, Follow-Up, and Reporting
  • Project Close-Out Phase and Lessons Learned
  • Case Studies/Exercises
  • Final Test
  • Certificate of Successful Completion (15 PDUs)

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand Project Management Basics: Define and describe what a project is and the key steps to plan, execute, monitor, control, and close out a project.
  • Master Project Terminology: Paraphrase the main terminology related to projects as outlined in the PMBOK® Guide, Seventh Edition, 2021.
  • Navigate the Project Life Cycle: List and apply the main steps in the project life cycle: define, plan, execute, monitor and control, and closeout.
  • Decompose and Structure Projects: Break down a project into tasks, create a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), and identify key tasks.
  • Develop and Analyze Project Schedules: Create a project schedule using the Precedence Diagramming Method, calculate, and interpret the critical path.
  • Manage Resources and Budgets: Allocate resources to activities, calculate task duration and costs, and develop a time-phased and cumulative budget with an S-curve.
  • Identify and Manage Risks: Identify, qualify, and quantify project risks, and create a comprehensive risk management plan.
  • Apply Knowledge in Real-World Scenarios: Apply tools and techniques to in-class projects and real projects within your organization.

Certification Information:

Provider: De Ceuster Academy @ APraCom, s.r.o. and FemsTech Worldwide e. V.

PDUs/Training Hours: 15 PDUs

  • Technical: 10 hours
  • Strategic & Business: 3 hours
  • Leadership: 2 hours

Claiming PDUs: Participants can claim 15 PDUs upon successful completion of the course. In the case of a PMI audit, you may contact us for certification support in addition to the course completion certificate.