# Project Management Professional® (PMP) Certification (Self-Paced)

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## Overview

This exam prep course is authorized by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and taught by a PMI-certified, experienced instructor. It is designed to prepare you for the Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification exam. Developed by PMI and validated by PMP® certification holders, this course aligns with the PMP Exam Content Outline and satisfies the 35 training hours required to apply for the PMP® certification.

## What you'll learn

- Set the foundation for the larger discussion of project management, then focus on the elements of strategic alignment, types of business value, change management theory, project governance, and project compliance.
- Focus on engaging stakeholders, forming a team, building a shared understanding of the project, and determining the best project approach (predictive, adaptive, or hybrid).
- Focus on the project management plan, project scope, scheduling, resource planning, budgeting, risks, quality, and change management processes.
- Discuss developing leadership competencies and skills, empowering teams, communication strategies, team training/coaching/mentoring, and conflict management.
- Compare methods for measuring, supporting, and improving performance, as well as evaluating project progress and managing change.
- Discuss the closure of a phase or project, managing the benefits gained from the project, and knowledge transfer.

## Curriculum

#### Lesson 1: Business Environment

- Understand the value of project management in the business environment.
- Examine the impact of organizational structure on project management.
- Analyze stakeholder engagement and communication.

#### Lesson 2: Start the Project

- Learn the steps in initiating a project, including defining project goals and objectives.
- Understand project charter creation and its importance.
- Identify the key stakeholders and establish project scope.

#### Lesson 3: Plan the Project

- Explore project planning techniques and tools.
- Learn how to develop a project schedule and manage resources.
- Understand how to manage project risks and set budgets.

#### Lesson 4: Lead the Team

- Explore leadership and team management strategies in project management.
- Understand conflict resolution and effective communication methods.
- Learn how to inspire and motivate teams to ensure project success.

#### Lesson 5: Support Project Team Performance

- Learn techniques for improving team collaboration and performance.
- Explore methods for resolving issues and overcoming obstacles in teams.
- Understand how to assess and develop team members' skills.

#### Lesson 6: Close the Project/Phase

- Learn the process of closing a project or project phase.
- Understand how to assess project outcomes and document lessons learned.
- Explore the importance of project closure reports and final project evaluations.

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $2749