# Project Management Level I Online

100% online training with expert live support

Canonical URL: <https://vdci.edu/courses/project-management-level-i-online>

## Overview

This introductory course provides practical insight into the core methods and strategies behind modern project management. You will learn the five phases of the project lifecycle: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, and Closing, with a deeper focus on Initiation and Planning. During these early stages, you will practice selecting projects, creating a project charter, defining scope, interpreting diagrams and charts, and applying technical concepts such as float and resource management.

The course also examines the role of an effective Project Manager, including essential skills, delegation approaches, and methods for managing change. It concludes with an overview of key project management tools, professional associations, and certifications, along with a slide deck featuring hands-on exercises. This course is ideal for those seeking a clear introduction or a practical refresher on project management concepts, methodologies, and best practices.

## What you'll learn

- Learn the five phases of project management with an emphasis on Initiation and Planning
- Understand essential foundational concepts and common project management terminology
- Explore how projects are selected, defined, planned, scheduled, and resourced
- Become familiar with the key responsibilities, skills, and qualities of a Project Manager

## Curriculum

### Project Fundamentals

#### What is a Project?

#### Characteristics of Projects

#### The Project Triangle

#### The Project Lifecycle

#### What is a Gantt Chart?

### Project Management Methodologies

#### Brief Overview of Methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, etc.)

### The Initiating Phase

#### Project Identification

#### Project Selection

#### Project Charter

#### Project Scope

### The Planning Phase

#### Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

#### Task Responsibility

#### Defining Activities

#### Sequencing Activities

#### Network Diagram

#### Estimating Activity Resources

### Resource Management In the Planning Phase

#### Activity Resources

#### Resource-Constrained Planning

#### Resource Requirement Plan

#### Resource Utilization Plan

### Start/Finish Times, Critical Path, and Slack

#### Establishing Project Start & Completion Times

#### Critical Path

#### Total Slack

#### Free Slack

### The Project Manager

#### Project Manager Responsibilities

#### Project Managers Skills

#### Delegation

#### Managing Change

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $325