Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
CBTC-0007
Version:
1
Organization's ID:
BUS 520
Organization:
Calbright College
Location:
Online
Length:
Contact Hours: 40 Total Student Contact Hours: 80
Minimum Passing Score:
80
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Project Management I: Foundations
Description

Objective:

This competency-based noncredit course introduces adult learners to the concepts and skills necessary to transition into project management-based careers. In this course, students will learn definitions and processes that contribute to the project management framework. The course will follow the project methodology of the Project Management Institute and explore the project life cycle, stakeholder management, how organizational culture affects project management, scope management, and how a project is created. Students will prepare for the workplace by learning the foundations of Project Management and its critical role in all industries and work functions.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Demonstrate understanding of project methodology
  • Demonstrate understanding of the life cycle phases in project management
  • Demonstrate ability to create project documentation.
  • Demonstrate awareness of an organization's structure, culture, and strategy as it impacts project management.

General Topics:

  • Project Management Framework: Describe and define a project management framework. Project Management Methodology: Explain the project management methodology, including project standardization. The Project Life Cycle: Outline the four life cycle phases in project management. Project Documentation: Create project documentation to support the initiation phase, project scope, and stakeholder management. Organizational Culture: Explain how organizational culture informs project management approaches
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • ● Online Text-Based Lessons ● Interactive Activities ● Online Resources ● External Videos ● Project-based Learning/Scenarios

Methods of Assessment:

  • Other
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Quizzes
  • Project-based learning scenarios
Supplemental Materials
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