This course will discuss the fundamentals of project planning including the statement of work and the work breakdown structure, scheduling, Gantt…
This course will discuss the fundamentals of project planning including the statement of work and the work breakdown structure, scheduling, Gantt charts, as well as compression and resolution. You will learn about the types of contracts, tips for successful negotiations, and finally closing the project. This course is the second in a series of project management courses that will enhance your productivity and project outcomes.
Skills you’ll gain
Contract PreparationProject ManagementProject PlanningProject SchedulesPlanning And Scheduling ProfessionalProject Management CertificationWhat You'll Learn
- Apply the fundamentals of project planning, including the statement of work (SOW) and the work breakdown structure (WBS)
- Build and interpret project schedules using Gantt charts, milestone charts, and PERT
- Manage slack, schedule compression, and resource handling to resolve scheduling challenges
- Identify contract types and their relative risk, and apply tips for successful contract negotiations
- Estimate and price a project while recognizing potential dangers in pricing and procurement
- Define specifications and decision types, and terminate or close a project effectively
Key Takeaways
- Project planning begins with the statement of work and the work breakdown structure as foundational elements.
- Scheduling tools covered include Gantt charts, milestone charts, and PERT, along with slack, compression, and resource handling.
- The course explains different contract types and their relative risk, plus tips for successful contract negotiations.
- Pricing a project carries potential dangers, and procurement and estimating methods are part of the planning process.
- This course is the second in a series of project management courses intended to enhance productivity and project outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
It covers the fundamentals of project planning, including the statement of work and the work breakdown structure, scheduling, Gantt charts, compression and resolution, types of contracts, tips for successful negotiations, and closing the project.
Is this course part of a series?
Yes. It is the second in a series of project management courses designed to enhance your productivity and project outcomes.
What scheduling tools will I learn about?
The course covers scheduling tools including Gantt charts, milestone charts, and PERT, as well as slack, compression, resource handling, and scheduling tips.
What will I learn about contracts?
You will learn about the types of contracts and their relative risk, an overview of contract negotiations, and tips for successful negotiations.
What skills does this course help develop?
It supports skills in contract preparation, project management, project planning, and project schedules, and relates to Planning and Scheduling Professional and Project Management Certification topics.
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Welcome to KnowledgeCity's course on Planning, Scheduling, and Contracts. In this course, we will address essential project management skills and tools that will prepare you for beginning your work in leading a project team to successful project completion. I will teach you the fundamentals of planning, including the statement of work and the work breakdown structure, scheduling, Gantt charts, and then we'll dive into slack, compression, and resolution. We'll put the finishing touches on your training with contracts, the types, negotiations, and, finally, closing the project. By the end of the course, you should be able to effectively form a project team and identify and participate in all aspects of the project life cycle to see your projects through to successful completion.
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