This course provides an introduction to the Planning Process Group and the activities that take place within that group. This includes development of the project management plan, the WBS, and the project schedule.
Objectives:
Summarize information about the Planning Process Group
Explain what makes a WBS so important to a project
Explain how the activity processes in the Planning Process Group affect the project schedule
Identify some common pitfalls that apply to cost estimation
Describe how effective risk management can impact a project
Explain the importance of good communication skills
Topics:
The Planning Process Group
Work Breakdown Structure
The Activity Processes
Schedule Development
Estimating Costs and Determining a Budget
Risk Management Principles and the PMI Philosophy
Communications Planning
Technical Requirements:
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Adobe Flash Player 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
