Foundations of Project Management

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This course covers the fundamentals of building a project plan that will lead to successful management of all projects from short term endeavors to long term complex programs. Using the Project Management Institute's Body of Knowledge handbook, students learn the principles, methodology and terminology of Project Management, with a focus on transferring the textbook learnings into practical, real-life applications. Topics will include scope, schedule and budget management, cultural differences, stakeholder management, conflict resolution and several additional topics to support a successful project. Three lecture hours per week.