PMI Authorized PMP Exam Prep

Lesson 1: Creating a High-Performing Team ..................1 Topic A: Build a Team ....................................................................2 Topic B: Define Team Ground Rules............................... ...

Lesson 1: Creating a High-Performing Team ..................1 Topic A: Build a Team ....................................................................2 Topic B: Define Team Ground Rules..............................................13 Topic C: Negotiate Project Agreements.........................................17 Topic D: Empower Team Members and Stakeholders ................... 22 Topic E: Train Team Members and Stakeholders .......................... 27 Topic F: Engage and Support Virtual Teams..................................33 Topic G: Build Shared Understanding about a Project....................39 Lesson 2: Starting the Project ...................................... 49 Topic A: Determine Appropriate Project Methodology/Methods and Practices............................................................................50 Topic B: Plan and Manage Scope...................................................57 Topic C: Plan and Manage Budget and Resources ........................ 72 Topic D: Plan and Manage Schedule..............................................83 Topic E: Plan and Manage Quality of Products and Deliverables.. 103 Topic F: Integrate Project Planning Activities ....................... 115 Topic G: Plan and Manage Procurement......................................123 Topic H: Establish Project Governance Structure ........................ 136 Topic I: Plan and Manage Project/Phase Closure ........................ 140 Lesson 3: Doing the Work...................................................147 Topic A: Assess and Manage Risks ...................................................... 148 Topic B: Execute Project to Deliver Business Value................................160 Topic C: Manage Communications........................................................165 Topic D: Engage Stakeholders ............................................................. 172 Topic E: Create Project Artifacts .......................................................... 178 Topic F: Manage Project Changes ........................................................ 182 Topic G: Manage Project Issues ........................................................... 188 Topic H: Ensure Knowledge Transfer for Project Continuity...................192 Lesson 4: Keeping the Team on Track ............................... 199 Topic A: Lead a Team .......................................................................... 200 Topic B: Support Team Performance .................................................... 206 Topic C: Address and Remove Impediments, Obstacles, and Blockers...221 Topic D: Manage Conflict..................................................................... 225 Topic E: Collaborate with Stakeholders ................................................ 229 Topic F: Mentor Relevant Stakeholders ................................................ 236 Topic G: Apply Emotional Intelligence to Promote Team Performance... 240 Lesson 5: Keeping the Business in Mind..............................251 Topic A: Manage Compliance Requirements ........................................ 252 Topic B: Evaluate and Deliver Project Benefits and Value.......................259 Topic C: Evaluate and Address Internal and External Business Environment Changes ..................................................................... 267 Topic D: Support Organizational Change.............................................. 273 Topic E: Employ Continuous Process Improvement............................... 281 Appendix A: Mapping Course Content to the Project Management Professional (PMP)® Examination Content Outline....................... 289 Mastery Builders ................................................................................ 291 Solutions ........................................................................................... 315 | PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam Prep | Glossary............................................................................................. 367 Index..................................................................................................387 | PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam Prep | | Table of Contents | About This Course If you are taking this course, you probably have some professional exposure to the duties of a project manager, or you may be considering embarking on a career in professional project management. Your ability as a project manager to demonstrate best practices in project management—both on the job and through professional certification—is becoming the standard to compete in today's fast-paced and highly technical workplace. In this course, you will apply the generally recognized practices of project management acknowledged by the Project Management Institute (PMI)® to successfully manage projects. Project managers who have proven skills and experience can find exciting, high-visibility opportunities in a wide range of fields. This course is specifically designed to provide you with the proven, practical body of project management knowledge and skills that you need to demonstrate project management mastery on the job. Additionally, this course can be a significant part of your preparation for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification Exam. The skills and knowledge you gain in this course will help you avoid making costly mistakes and increase your competitive edge in the project management profession. Course Description