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Module 1

Project Management Fundamentals

Introduction to core project management concepts, methodologies, and the project management framework.

31 minutes of video content!

4 comprehensive lessons covering PM fundamentals

Lessons

Video Lesson
6 min
Lesson 1: Introduction to Project Management
Understanding what project management is, why it matters, and the role of a project manager.

What You'll Learn:

  • • What is a project and how it differs from operations
  • • The Project Management Triangle (Scope, Time, Cost, Quality)
  • • The role and responsibilities of a project manager
  • • Why project management matters for organizational success
Video Lesson
8 min
Lesson 2: Projects vs. Operations
Understanding the critical differences between project work and ongoing operations, and why it matters.

What You'll Learn:

  • • The 6 key differences between projects and operations
  • • How to identify whether work is a project or operation
  • • Why managing projects like operations leads to failure
  • • How projects and operations work together in the lifecycle
Video Lesson
9 min
Lesson 3: The Project Management Triangle
Master the art of balancing scope, time, and cost while maintaining quality. Learn how to negotiate trade-offs with stakeholders.

What You'll Learn:

  • • The three constraints: Scope, Time, and Cost
  • • How quality relates to the triangle
  • • Predicting how changes affect other constraints
  • • The negotiation framework for stakeholder trade-offs
Video Lesson
8 min
Lesson 4: What Does a PM Actually Do?
Explore the 10 core responsibilities, 5 critical skills, and a day in the life of a real project manager.

What You'll Learn:

  • • The 10 core PM responsibilities
  • • 5 critical skills every PM needs
  • • PM vs. Functional Manager differences
  • • A realistic day in the life of a PM
15 min
Lesson 3: Module 1 Quiz
Test your understanding of project management fundamentals.