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Project Management Methodologies and Approaches

Learn how to identify and use various project management methodologies and approaches
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Course: On-Demand
Essential Provider Eddie Merla  8 Lessons ·  38m  in Arabic, English, Spanish 

Course Description

Organizations may struggle with finding the best way to manage work on a project. No one approach serves all types of projects, so it is important to explore and understand alternative project management methodologies and approaches to better understand the approach that is best for your organization and team. This course will provide a foundation for understanding how the methodologies differ. Learning the characteristics of the various methodologies is another essential skill in project management, which is why these lessons also explore these methodologies, along with the advantages and disadvantages of each method.

In this course on Project Management Methodologies and Approaches, you’ll be introduced to alternative ways of managing project work. We will explore Waterfall, Agile, Critical Path, PRINCE2, Lean, and Hybrid methodologies. By the end of this course, you will be better prepared to choose a methodology or approach that is best suited for your organization or project.

What You'll Learn

  • Compare alternative project management methodologies and approaches to find the best fit for your organization and team
  • Explain how the methodologies differ and identify the characteristics of each
  • Examine the advantages and disadvantages of each method
  • Explore Waterfall, Agile, Critical Path, PRINCE2, Lean, and Hybrid methodologies
  • Choose a methodology or approach best suited for your organization or project

Key Takeaways

  • No single approach serves all types of projects, so exploring alternative methodologies helps you select the one best suited to your organization and team.
  • The course provides a foundation for understanding how the various project management methodologies differ.
  • Learning the characteristics of the various methodologies, along with the advantages and disadvantages of each, is an essential skill in project management.
  • The course covers Waterfall, Agile, Critical Path, PRINCE2, Lean, and Hybrid methodologies.
  • By the end of the course you will be better prepared to choose a methodology or approach best suited for your organization or project.

Frequently Asked Questions

What methodologies does this course cover?

It explores Waterfall, Agile, Critical Path, PRINCE2, Lean, and Hybrid methodologies, including the advantages and disadvantages of each.

Who is this course for?

It is for people in organizations who struggle to find the best way to manage project work and want to understand which approach is best for their organization, team, or project.

What will I be able to do after completing the course?

You will be better prepared to choose a project management methodology or approach that is best suited for your organization or project.

How is the course structured?

It is organized into lessons covering an Introduction, Waterfall, Agile, Critical Path, PRINCE2, Lean, and Hybrid methodologies, along with a Test Your Knowledge section.

Professional Certifications and Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Project Management Institute (PMI®)

Professional Development Units (PDUs): 0.75

Certification Program Categories:
Ways of WorkingPower SkillsBusiness Acumen

KnowledgeCity has been reviewed and approved by the PMI® Authorized Training Partner Program. Users can maintain your PMI credentials by earning PDUs from KnowledgeCity qualified courses in Project Management, Business Management, Leadership and many others.

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)

Professional Development Credits (PDCs): 0.75

Certification Program Categories:
Leadership & NavigationBusiness AcumenConsultationGlobal MindsetEthical PracticeRelationship ManagementAnalytical AptitudeCommunicationDiversity, Equity & Inclusion

KnowledgeCity is approved by SHRM as a Recertification General Provider to offer SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP professional development credits (PDCs). By taking the courses approved by SHRM, KnowledgeCity can award SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for HR knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).