Become a Project Manager

PMP Certification 2021 PMBOK 6 (Beginning)

The learner will be given the general idea of the many facets that comprise the theory and practice of Project Management.

Part 1 of 13: Overview

Through this introduction, the learner would be made to understand that the role of Project Manager is one of leadership. It will be made known to the learner that by the end of the module, he or she should be able to articulate the duties and responsibilities that a Project Manager should perform and the theories that guide the role.

Part 2 of 13: Project Integration Management

This segment defines Project Integration Management as a synergized approach used to deal with work or projects more effectively. The lesson will detail how the concept is a collaborative incorporation of multiple procedures in one cohesive structure.

The 6 Key Aspects of Project Integration Management

This part will tackle the six (6) key aspects of the practice of Project Integration Management:

1. Project Charter
   The starting point of work. Through discussion of the vision, objectives, budget, and the potential candidate able to spearhead the entirety of the project is done here.
2. Scope Statement
   This determines which factors are to be held integral to the project.
3. Management Plan
   This functions as the master plan that details the tasks delegated to the members of the team.
4. Directing and Managing Process
   This is where the Project Manager takes the reins in monitoring project execution.
5. Monitoring and Controlling Process
   This is where project managers check the project's overall trajectory.
6. Closing and Assessment
   Here, the formal review of the entire project is conducted.

Part 3 of 13: Project Scope Management

This segment discusses the theory and definition of what Project Scope Management is. The discussion will define Project Scope Management as a set of procedures that aids the Project Manager to ascertain and record the objectives, specific work, deliverables, schedules, and costs that are integral to planning.

The 6 Phases of Project Scope Management

This part of the lesson will detail the 6 Phases of Project Scope Management:

1. Planning
   This step sees the creation of a Scope Plan Document.
2. Requirements collection
   Here, the requirements of the stakeholders and their expectations would be worked-out.
3. Scope Definition
   This phase sees the gathered materials turned into a description of the planned service or product. The Project Scope Statement will be discussed here.
4. The Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
   The WBS is created here.
5. Scope Validation
   Here, the submission of the scope and deliverables to stakeholders and executives is made.
6. Scope Control
   Here, in light of changes, control process would be done. The concept of the Project Life Cycle will also be discussed.