University of Maryland, College Park

Core Project Management Process

University of Maryland, College Park

Core Project Management Process

William A. Brantley

Instructor: William A. Brantley

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

8 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

8 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Plan and run small projects using core project management processes, layering in agile practices to respond faster to change.

  • Incorporate design thinking to stimulate innovation and creativity and lead high-performing teams quickly through efficient team-building stages.

  • How to manage stakeholder expectations and product changes continuously.

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Assessments

27 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 5 modules in this course

Learn the core processes that shape successful project management, from creating project charters and defining scope to developing project plans. Explore how communication and risk management practices help teams stay aligned and projects stay on track.

What's included

5 videos8 readings6 assignments

Learn how to monitor and guide projects through effective control planning, status reporting, and project closure processes. Explore strategies for team building, stakeholder management, and selecting between linear and agile approaches based on project needs.

What's included

6 videos7 readings7 assignments

Explore rapid approaches to managing small projects through streamlined workflows, sprint-based execution, and iterative delivery methods.

What's included

5 videos5 readings6 assignments

Learn how lean project management approaches support faster and more adaptive project delivery through customer understanding, iterative design, and rapid execution. Explore sprint-based methods, prototyping, and continuous evolution to develop and refine solutions efficiently.

What's included

5 videos6 readings6 assignments

Test what you have learned throughout the whole course.

What's included

3 readings2 assignments

Instructor

William A. Brantley
University of Maryland, College Park
12 Courses8,475 learners

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