Project Management Essentials

Overview

This two-week course offers a comprehensive introduction to the core principles of project management. Whether you’re new to project management or seeking to enhance your existing skills, this course will cover the essential methodologies, tools, and techniques required to effectively plan, execute, and complete projects. Through practical exercises, you’ll learn how to manage resources, meet deadlines, and achieve project goals.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing the Project Management Essentials course, students will be able to:

Understand the foundational principles of project management.
Develop clear project goals, scopes, and timelines.
Utilize project management tools like Gantt charts and task trackers.
Manage resources and budgets efficiently.
Identify and mitigate project risks.
Communicate effectively with project stakeholders.
Monitor project progress and make adjustments as needed.
Successfully close and review projects.

This course provides foundational knowledge and hands-on skills that learners can apply across a range of real-world project settings.

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Course Structure

Duration: 2 weeks
Study Time: 1-2 hours per day (equivalent to 14-28 hours total)

Course Modules

The course is structured into two weeks, with each day offering a carefully designed module that builds on the knowledge from the previous day, ensuring a steady and practical learning progression.

Week 1:

Introduction to project management: Key concepts, project life cycle, and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
Project planning: Setting objectives, scope, and creating a project charter.
Scheduling techniques: Developing timelines using Gantt charts and task management tools.
Resource management and budgeting: Allocating resources and managing project costs.

Week 2:

Risk management: Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating project risks.
Effective communication: Tools and strategies for stakeholder communication.
Project execution and monitoring: Tracking progress and making adjustments.
Project closure: Reviewing the project and lessons learned.

Assessment

Daily quizzes to reinforce learning.
Final project: Develop a project plan and timeline using the tools and techniques learned (50%).

Tools and Software

Gantt chart software (e.g., Microsoft Project or online tools like Asana)
Task management tools (e.g., Trello, Jira)
Budget tracking spreadsheets

Professional Certificate of Completion

Students who successfully complete all course requirements will receive a Professional Certificate of Completion issued by AIES, recognizing their achievement in this short-term learning course.

Start Your Project Management Learning Journey in Two Weeks

In this two-week Project Management Essentials course, learners build a strong foundation in project planning, resource coordination, and task management. The course introduces tools such as Gantt charts and task trackers, while practical exercises support the development of problem-solving and communication skills.

Whether you’re managing personal projects or contributing to team-based initiatives, this course provides useful frameworks and techniques that can be applied in a wide range of professional and organizational contexts.