We are living in the age of flexibility. That’s why so many organizations nowadays rely on agile project-based work to put their short- and long-term strategies into place. As a result, project management is a crucial skill in the modern workplace. Are you ready to start effectively directing resources and boost collaboration and communication within your project teams? This course shows you how.
Goals of working agile
Maximize flexibility and effectiveness with an agile project management approach.
Master multiple proven project management techniques and models.
Achieve better results with your project teams and keep your projects on track.
"But if you want to be agile, you have to lead in an uncomfortable, uncertain, disruptive environment."
WORKING TOWARDS YOUR GOAL Project-based work has become the norm throughout the business world of today. Projects offer a flexible, step-by-step approach for working towards goals. Many organizations have embraced methods like agile and scrum, which originated in the fast-paced world of software development. These methods focus on teamwork, personal accountability, transparent communication and efficient resource management—all essential skills for success in business today.
This course introduces not only agile methods, but also the proven waterfall project management approach. With the skills you acquire in this hands-on course, you will be fully equipped to lead and contribute to project teams. As a project manager, you will gain the ability to create commitment through collaboration and communication. The focus is on taking effective steps to achieve your organization’s strategic vision.
RELEVANT FOR Everyone in the business world of today benefits from improving their project management skills. Discovering the effectiveness of agile and other project management methods allows you to achieve better results for yourself and for your teams. This course will set you on the right track. It is designed for project managers and individuals with basic to intermediate project management experience.
SOME OF THE TOPICS WE WILL COVER INCLUDE:
Understanding and evaluating the strategic relevance of projects.
Mastering agile and waterfall project management techniques.
Defining a clear vision for projects, based on realistic mutual expectations.
Assembling the right team for each project.
Identifying stakeholders and establishing effective lines of communication.
Assessing risks that might threaten your project’s results.
Monitoring and controlling the progress of your projects.
Working through your own real-life cases to identify potentials for optimization.
RESULTS
Your project teams collaborate and communicate more effectively.
Your project teams benefit from a stronger sense of purpose.
Your project teams see you as a skilled project manager who gets the job done.
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