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    Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
    EnglishSelf Study, Virtual ClassroomVideo and Text Based

    Course Overview

    Project Management is a valuable skill that can set you apart and open a plethora of job opportunities for you. The Practical Project Management certification course teaches you project management skills and techniques that can be applied in the real corporate world and help you boost your career. 

    In this micro-credential, you will learn from industry experts and take part in activities that can enhance your CV. In the Practical Project Management course by FutureLearn, you will get comprehensive knowledge about managing a project from its inception to closure, and how to assess the feasibility of a project. The project management course will cover each stage of the project in detail.

    Besides, learners will learn from case studies to acquire managerial skills like managing people, tight deadlines, business imperatives, and setting priorities. The Practical Project Management training follows the Common Microcredential Framework (CMF) standards and provides a postgraduate certification in just ten weeks. Moreover, the University of Glasgow is offering this course in association with FutureLearn.

    The Highlights

    • Postgraduate credential
    • 10-weeks course
    • University of Glasgow credits 
    • Career-oriented 
    • Microcredential 
    • Access to library 
    • Experienced trainers 
    • Upcoming course 
    • Global approach
    • Assessments and projects

    Programme Offerings

    • Real-world examples
    • Case Studies
    • University of Glasgow postgraduate credits
    • Course completion certificate
    • Summative assessment
    • Expert instructors
    • Student support services
    • Enrollment advisors

    Courses and Certificate Fees

    Certificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
    yesFuturelearn

    Practical Project Management fee structure :

    Course

    Total Fee

    Practical Project Management

    ₹89,119


    Eligibility Criteria

    Education

    To pursue the Practical Project Management certification by FutureLearn, the candidates should have completed education up to a degree and have some work experience in project management. They should have an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent qualification. 

    Certificate Qualifying Details

    Post the completion of this micro-credential, the candidates will receive a certificate from the University of Glasgow. This micro-credential certificate awards 10 academic credits to the holders toward a postgraduate degree at the university. This is a part of the Professional Pathways Masters in Management Courses. 

    What you will learn

    Project management

    After completing the Practical Project Management certification syllabus, the learners will achieve the skills required to: 

    • Identify different stages in a project lifecycle
    • Develop project plans according to time, cost and risk factors and evaluate them
    • Analyse the different techniques and tools used in each project stage
    • Showcase an in-depth understanding of project management
    • Explore how project management processes can be employed in the workspace

    Who it is for

    The Practical Project Management certification by FutureLearn is a career-focused micro-credential, designed to accelerate your career progression. It is a perfect fit for the following: 

    • Graduate managerial employees who want to enhance their managerial skills
    • Professionals looking to level up their management credentials and become managers or project managers.

    Admission Details

    Step 1. Go to the course web page audit the Practical Project Management classes by FutureLearn details.

    Step 2. Next, select the option ‘Join now’ or click on the ‘Sign In’/ ‘Register’ options.

    Step 3. Enter details like your name, age, and email address to create a new account or sign up using your Google/Facebook account.

    Step 4. Pay the course fee via your preferred option.

    Application Details

    There is no application form to register for FutureLearn’s course in Practical Project Management. interested candidates must sign up on the website to access the course modules.

    The Syllabus

    Introduction
    • Welcome
    • Accessing Glasgow University Resources
    • Course Information
    • Introduction to Project Management

    Project Management and the Project Lifecycle
    • Overview
    • Project management
    • Summary of Week 2

    Feasibility and requirements gathering
    • Introduction to Week 3
    • Activities for this week
    • Session Recap

    Work breakdown structures and work packages
    • Introduction to Week 4
    • Week 4 activities
    • Session recap

    Developing the schedule and assembling the team
    • Introduction to Week 5
    • Week 5 activities
    • Session Recap

    Developing the budget and the risk log
    • Introduction to week 6
    • Week 6 activities
    • Session recap

    Identifying stakeholders, and project governance
    • Introduction to Week 7
    • Week 7 Activities
    • Assignment
    • Week 7 Recap

    Monitoring and Controlling the Project
    • Introduction to Week 8
    • Week 8 Activities
    • Session recap

    Project reporting and managing behavioral change
    • Introduction to Week 9
    • Week 9 Activities
    • Session recap

    Project closure activities and why projects fail.
    • Introduction to Week 10
    • Week 10 Activities
    • Recap of the week

    Instructors

    University of Glasgow, Glasgow Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: What kinds of skills will I acquire during this course?

    You will acquire skill sets like critical thinking, leadership skills, communication, decision-making, managing people, project oversight, time management and prioritisation during this microcredential.

    2: How can I contact the enrolment advisors?

    To speak with an advisor, select the ‘Speak to an advisor’ option and fill in your details. An advisor will get in touch with you as per your country’s timings.

    3: How many hours are required per week for the Practical Project Management online course?

    This course requires 10 hours per week for 10 weeks.

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