Project Management Essentials for Non-Project Managers

Course Number
NIHTC9426
16 CLPs What are CLPs?
Description

Learn the basics of project management through a focus on terms and definitions, class discussion, and exercises that challenge you to develop the collateral often used in managing projects. Designed for those involved with projects in a non-managerial capacity, this course will help you use sound project management principles, including interacting with stakeholders, managing, and mitigating risk, and following the project lifecycle.

Participants will earn 14 PDUs (Professional Development Units) that can be used towards becoming PMP-certified.

Key Topics
  • Describe fundamental project management concepts and define project management terms
  • Identify project stakeholders and develop a project charter
  • Describe the planning process and organize project work using a breakdown structure.
  • Understand scheduling concepts

Audience: This course is designed for anyone who needs to know how to manage tasks or small projects with a structured approach to ensure success.

Class Registration Process

When you register for a class, you will be automatically placed on a waiting list. A message "No Seats Available" will appear. Select YES, Continue Registration. Once the course is approved by your manager and final approver, you will successfully be registered if a seat is available. This new process helps avoid enrollment errors. Watch our video to learn more or visit our Course Registration page.

Upcoming Offerings

January

  • Start Date
    Tue, 01/28/25, 9:00am EST
    End Date
    Wed, 01/29/25, 4:00pm EST
    Location
    Virtual
    Cancel Deadline
    Tue, 01/07/25
    IC Price
    $530
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This course can be provided as a closed enrollment class for groups. If you would like to request a closed enrollment class, please contact the NIHTrainingCenter@nih.gov.

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