Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management

Projects are all around us. Virtually every organization runs projects, either formally or informally. We are engaged in projects at home and at work. Across settings, planning principles and execution methodologies can offer ways in which projects can be run more effectively and efficiently. Project management provides organizations (and individuals) with the language and the frameworks for scoping projects, sequencing activities, utilizing resources, and minimizing risks. This is an introduct

• Initiate, define, and organize a project
• Develop a project plan including scope, task sequencing, and critical path
• Assess, prioritize, and manage project risks
• Execute projects and monitor progress using earned value management