Advanced Project Management and Leadership

Instructor: Thomas Buchanan , Amy Bechner

Intermediate Level • 12 hours to complete 3 weeks at 4 hours a week • Flexible Schedule

What You'll Learn

  • Conduct project audits to assess progress and manage risks effectively throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Develop leadership skills to navigate multi-project environments and adapt your style for team success.
  • Master negotiation techniques to achieve favorable outcomes and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
  • Implement agile project management practices and create comprehensive closeout plans for successful project completion.

Skills You'll Gain

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

Shareable Certificate

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Outcomes

  • Learn new concepts from industry experts
  • Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
  • Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
  • Earn a shareable career certificate

There are 5 modules in this course

This course equips learners with essential skills for effective project management in dynamic environments. Through practical assessments, leadership analysis, and negotiation strategies, students will enhance their ability to manage multiple projects successfully. Key topics include project closeout processes, agile methodologies, and fostering innovation in R&D teams. Learners will leave with actionable tools and frameworks to navigate complex project landscapes confidently.

This module explores the use of audits as a critical tool for evaluating project performance and identifying potential risks. Learners will learn how independent assessments provide objective insights into project progress, ensuring alignment with goals and compliance with standards. Through the NEAR Case Study, learners will apply these concepts in a real-world context, enhancing their understanding of how audits support informed decision-making and risk mitigation.

In this module, you will explore the crucial role of leadership in managing multiple projects simultaneously. You will assess different leadership styles, tackle the challenges of overseeing multiple initiatives, and develop essential negotiation skills to drive successful project outcomes. Through practical examples and interactive activities, you will learn how to balance priorities, align teams, and achieve results in complex, multi-project environments.

In this module, you'll dive into the essential role of a Project Manager (PjM) in research and development (R&D) projects. You'll learn how to select the right tools for effective planning, conduct technical reviews, and maintain overall control of the project to ensure smooth execution and successful outcomes.

In this module, you'll learn how to effectively close out a project by creating a comprehensive checklist, defining roles and responsibilities, generating follow-on tasks, and preparing a detailed project evaluation report.