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PMC 036 - PM101: Methodology Overview

Registration Option: Open Enrollment

Total Course Hours: 15

Materials:  Textbook/Textbook information provided at first class

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Description

This course will introduce you to the two major methodologies utilized for managing projects- the predictive (traditional) approach and the agile approach. This overview will cover the terms and concepts of both approaches as well as giving a high level overview of how each methodology conducts projects. Having this broad understanding will provide participants with a clear understanding of the different ways projects can be accomplished. Participants will use hands on exercises and a course exam to demonstrate understanding as well as to compare the benefits of each methodology.

Prerequisites

This course has no prerequisites.

Objectives

  1. Provide an overview of the two major project management methodologies.
  2. Identify and define foundational concepts and terms used in predictive (traditional) project management.
  3. Review the major activities of predictive project management including creating a project charter and developing activities.
  4. Identify and define foundational concepts and terms used in agile project management.
  5. Review the different applications of agile project management.
  6. Review the major activities of scrum including creating user stories and supporting tasks.
  7. Demonstrate learning through the use of a course exam.