Project Management Professional (PMP)^® Exam Prep (35 Hour)

Project Management Professional (PMP)^® Exam Prep - 35 Hour

Florida Atlantic University’s PMP^® Exam Preparation Course is most useful for those individuals requiring a comprehensive in-depth review prior to taking the Project Management Professional (PMP)^® certification exam, and who need to meet the project management educational requirements as set forth by the Project Management Institute (PMI)^®. This course may also prepare those looking to take the (CAPM)^® exam.

The PMP^® Exam Preparation (35 hour) course satisfies the full 35 contact hours of education needed to be eligible for the PMP^® exam.

If you are taking this course, you probably have some professional exposure to the duties of a project manager, or you may be considering embarking on a career in professional project management. Your ability as a project manager to demonstrate best practices in project management—both on the job and through professional certification—is becoming the standard to compete in today's fast-paced and highly technical workplace. In this course, you will apply the generally recognized practices of project management acknowledged by the Project Management Institute (PMI)^® to successfully manage projects.
 
Project managers who have proven skills and experience can find exciting, high-visibility opportunities in a wide range of fields. This course is specifically designed to provide you with the proven, practical body of project management knowledge and skills that you need to demonstrate project management mastery on the job. Additionally, this course can be a significant part of your preparation for the Project Management Professional (PMP)^® Certification Exam. The skills and knowledge you gain in this course will help you avoid making costly mistakes and increase your competitive edge in the project management profession.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Creating a High-Performing Team
Topic A: Build a Team
Topic B: Define Team Ground Rules
Topic C: Negotiate Project Agreements
Topic D: Empower Team Members and Stakeholders
Topic E: Train Team Members and Stakeholders
Topic F: Engage and Support Virtual Teams
Topic G: Build Shared Understanding about a Project
 
Lesson 2: Starting the Project
Topic A: Determine Appropriate Project Methodology/Methods and Practices
Topic B: Plan and Manage Scope
Topic C: Plan and Manage Budget and Resources
Topic D: Plan and Manage Schedule
Topic E: Plan and Manage Quality of Products and Deliverables
Topic F: Integrate Project Planning Activities
Topic G: Plan and Manage Procurement
Topic H: Establish Project Governance Structure
Topic I: Plan and Manage Project/Phase Closure
 
Lesson 3: Doing the Work
Topic A: Assess and Manage Risks
Topic B: Execute Project to Deliver Business Value
Topic C: Manage Communications
Topic D: Engage Stakeholders
Topic E: Create Project Artifacts
Topic F: Manage Project Changes
Topic G: Manage Project Issues
Topic H: Ensure Knowledge Transfer for Project Continuity
 
Lesson 4: Keeping the Team on Track
Topic A: Lead a Team
Topic B: Support Team Performance
Topic C: Address and Remove Impediments, Obstacles, and Blockers
Topic D: Manage Conflict
Topic E: Collaborate with Stakeholders
Topic F: Mentor Relevant Stakeholders
Topic G: Apply Emotional Intelligence to Promote Team Performance
 
Lesson 5: Keeping the Business in Mind
Topic A: Manage Compliance Requirements
Topic B: Evaluate and Deliver Project Benefits and Value
Topic C: Evaluate and Address Internal and External Business Environment Changes
Topic D: Support Organizational Change
Topic E: Employ Continuous Process Improvement 

Florida Atlantic University is an Authorized Training Provider (ATP^®) approved by the Project Management Institute (PMI)^® in addition to being one of PMI^®'s Registered Educational Providers (R.E.P.)^®.

PMP^®, CAPM^®, PMI-SP^®, PMI-RMP^®, PMI-PBA^®, and PMI-ACP^® are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

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