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Project Manager

Project management has become a fundamental business competency and it can be an interesting, rewarding career. These learning activities provide you with an introduction to project management, key concepts, and the role of the project manager during the lifecycle of a project. Explore a range of methods and techniques for project management effectiveness.

Advanced Business & Professional Self-paced Earn a Certificate

About This Course

What this course is about

Project Management Fundamentals is designed for anyone interested in leading teams, organizing work, and bringing complex projects to life.

You’ll learn the core principles behind planning, executing, and completing successful projects of any size — from coordinating teams and resources to managing timelines, risks, and communication. Whether you’re new to project work or looking to strengthen your skills, this course helps you stay organized, lead with confidence, and deliver results.

As you complete the course, you’ll also earn certificates and digital credentials that you can add to your resume, LinkedIn profile, and Credly account to showcase your project management skills.

You’ll learn how to:

Understand what makes a project successful

Work through each phase of the project lifecycle

Communicate clearly and coordinate teams

Solve real-world project challenges proactively

What you will learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Understand project management essentials

Identify what defines a project

Explain the role and responsibilities of a project manager

Describe the major project management frameworks

Master the project lifecycle

Identify all phases of the project management lifecycle

Understand the core stages: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure

Describe what a project manager does at each step

Work with project deliverables

Recognize common project documents and artifacts

Apply your knowledge in real project scenarios

Develop team leadership and communication skills

Coordinate teams effectively

Communicate with clarity and purpose

Manage stakeholder expectations

Build confidence in leadership-style responsibilities

Manage real-world project challenges

Handle scheduling conflicts

Respond to scope changes

Keep teams aligned and moving forward

Prepare for project management roles

Build foundational skills for entry-level project management

Strengthen your abilities in team leadership and coordination

Showcase your learning

Earn certificates and credentials

Add them to your resume, LinkedIn, and Credly profile to highlight your project management expertise

Category

This course is part of the Job Roles learning path.

Who This Course Is For

  • Anyone looking to build skills in Business & Professional
  • Some background in the topic is helpful
  • Career changers, job seekers, and upskilling professionals
  • Self-motivated learners who want flexible, self-paced learning

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