AI Academy

Fundamentals of Project Management

Instructor: Thomas Buchanan , Amy Bechner Duration: 2 weeks to complete at 10 hours a week
Objective 1 Understand key project management concepts and the role of a Project Manager in successful project execution.
Objective 2 Learn how to create a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and write an effective Statement of Work (SOW).
Objective 3 Master project scheduling techniques, time estimation, and critical path analysis for efficient task management.
Objective 4 Develop budgeting skills, learn resource allocation, and apply project finance principles for managing contracts and costs.
Project Management
Project Management Life Cycle
Project Coordination
Project Schedules
Project Planning
Team Management
Budgeting
Project Estimation
Scheduling
Project Management Software
Work Breakdown Structure

Project Execution and Control

Instructor: Thomas Buchanan , Amy Bechner Duration: 2 weeks to complete at 10 hours a week
Objective 1 Understand how to identify, assess, and manage risks and opportunities to ensure project success and momentum.
Objective 2 Learn how to conduct effective design reviews and implement configuration management to maintain project quality and consistency.
Objective 3 Develop skills to create and execute a communications plan, focusing on quality management and engagement with stakeholders.
Objective 4 Master techniques for directing and controlling project progress, including Earned Value Management for performance evaluation.
Risk Management
Project Performance
Project Controls
Project Management
Resource Allocation
Plan Execution
Conflict Management
Stakeholder Communications
Quality Management
Communication Strategies
Performance Measurement
Quality Assurance
Configuration Management
Earned Value Management

Advanced Project Management and Leadership

Instructor: Thomas Buchanan , Amy Bechner Duration: 12 hours to complete 3 weeks at 4 hours a week
Objective 1 Conduct project audits to assess progress and manage risks effectively throughout the project lifecycle.
Objective 2 Develop leadership skills to navigate multi-project environments and adapt your style for team success.
Objective 3 Master negotiation techniques to achieve favorable outcomes and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
Objective 4 Implement agile project management practices and create comprehensive closeout plans for successful project completion.
Project Portfolio Management
Auditing
Innovation
Project Risk Management
Product Roadmaps
Team Leadership
Resource Allocation
Negotiation
Product Lifecycle Management
Project Management
Agile Methodology
Project Closure
Leadership
Project Performance
New Product Development