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Overview

Projects can fail for a variety of reasons, often stemming from issues in planning, execution or external factors. Make planning one of your best tools.

This course, based on the Project Management Institute’s (PMI’s) A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), focuses on the activities and functions involved in developing a comprehensive plan to create the project deliverables. 

You'll gain a solid foundation for project planning and execution by learning how to develop a project scope definition. You’ll also learn how to create key documents to help structure your projects, such as schedules, budgets, risk registers and resource, quality and procurement plans. In addition, you’ll investigate the human dimension of project planning, how to design a project organization tailored to the needs of your project and how to develop key metrics to measure and communicate project performance. 

This course is ideal if you:

  • are preparing for project management roles or enhancing skills to align with PMI’s standards and best practices
  • are responsible for managing projects and want to enhance your skills to improve the efficiency and effectiveness in managing projects
  • are pursuing PMI Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® or Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification.

"PMI", "PMBOK", "CAPM", "PMP" are registered trademarks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be able to: 

  • customize the planning process for your project based on key planning variables
  • develop a scope definition that provides a solid foundation for project planning and execution
  • create the schedule, resource and cost components of your project plan
  • create the quality, procurement and risk elements of your project plan
  • develop key project metrics to measure performance throughout your project
  • design a project organization that effectively and efficiently accomplishes the project work.

This course may be used toward educational prerequisites for attaining PMI certifications or toward professional development units (PDUs) to maintain certifications. Additional education, exams and/or work experience requirements may apply.

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Registration for this course closes two days prior to the start date.

After you've completed this course

Upon successful completion of this non-credit course, you’ll receive an electronic copy of your official transcript. You’ll also be able to self-print a proof of completion document from your Continuing Education student account.

Micro-Credential

Aligned to current industry standards, SAIT’s micro-credentials develop practical, real-world skills and include competency-based testing. Earning a SAIT micro-credential demonstrates to employers you have the required competencies — both skills and knowledge — to get the job done.

Micro-credential Badge

Students who successfully complete this course with a final grade of A- (80%) or higher will earn a micro-credential and receive a shareable digital badge.

Costs

Textbook and reading list

Included in the purchase of this course, you’ll receive a free online version of the PMBOK® Guide (Seventh Edition) for the duration of this course. You may purchase a hard copy from your preferred vendor. 

Technology

To be successful in this course, you’ll need:

A functional webcam and microphone are recommended to allow for a more collaborative learning experience.

 

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Financial support

Financial opportunities are available to help pay for your course fees. Learn more about how to reduce your education or training costs with available awards, bursaries, loans and grants including the Canada Alberta Job Grant. 

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Applicable certificates

This course applies to the following certificate programs:

Certificate Certificate of Completion

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