Product, Project and Program Management

Project Management Foundational Skills

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Overview

Project Management Foundational Skills provides participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to contribute to and lead projects across a wide range of industries and organizational settings. Through hands-on exercises, case studies, and real-world examples, participants learn how successful projects are initiated, planned, executed, monitored, and closed. The component emphasizes the practical application of project management tools, techniques, and best practices that can be used immediately in the workplace. Participants build confidence in managing project activities while developing a strong foundation for future project leadership responsibilities and professional certification. Ideal for individuals entering the profession or expanding their responsibilities, this component delivers highly transferable skills that are valued across industries and sectors.

Upon completion of the course, students will be awarded 42 PDUs by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®.

Schedule

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Dates

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8/31/26 - 10/14/26

6:00pm - 9:30pm Mon & Wed

Live Online

$1,895

Who Should Take This Course

Audience

No experience necessary! This program is suitable for individuals seeking to enter the field of project management or for current project managers who desire additional education and training on project management skills and techniques.

Why You Should Take This Course

Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the role of project management in achieving organizational objectives and delivering business value.
  • Apply project management processes and tools throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Develop key project documents including project charters, stakeholder registers, schedules, and risk registers.
  • Analyze project risks, constraints, assumptions, and stakeholder needs to support project success.
  • Compare predictive, agile, and hybrid project delivery approaches and identify appropriate applications.
  • Utilize project management best practices to support effective project execution, monitoring, and control.
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