Fundamentals of Project Management

MGMT X 444.1

Learn the basics of Project Management, integrating theories with practical approaches to successfully fulfill projects from start to finish. Become a more effective project manager by influencing stakeholders and integrating all of the various processes using a standard framework throughout the lifecycle of your projects.

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What you can learn.

Utilize the fundamental framework of project management to perform the analytical and
leadership duties as a project manager, adhering to PMI’s 49-process chart and PMI’s Code of
Ethics and Conduct
Use a systematic approach of the 5-process groups of initiation, planning, execution,
monitoring/controlling, and closing to deliver work and measure performance throughout the lifecycle of the project
Recognize the key concepts involved with the most important project task of integration, as well
as realize the key processes involved with project scope management and project stakeholders’
engagement
Define all 10 knowledge areas fundamental to managing projects and describe their objectives,
inputs, tools, techniques and important outputs
Recognize the relationship and linkage among the 10 knowledge areas including integration,
scope, schedule, budget, quality, resources, communication, risk, procurement, and
stakeholders

UCLA Extension is a Project Management Institute Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.) and is approved by PMI to issue professional development units (PDUs).

About this course:

Learn the basics of Project Management--integrating theories with practical approaches to successfully fulfill projects from start to finish. Become a more effective project manager by influencing stakeholders and integrating all of the various processes using a standard framework throughout the lifecycle of your projects. This course, along with others in the Project Management certificate, will contribute to preparing students who are planning to take the PMP® Exam by PMI®.

Winter 2020 Schedule

Available Format(s):

Online

Classroom

These courses are fully online, and there are no in-person classroom meetings.

Future Offering (Opens November 04, 2019 12:00:00 AM)

January 6, 2020 - March 22, 2020

Instructor: Robert Stone

371601

Fee:

$999.00

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Notes

Required course in Project Management Certificate.

Enrollment limited to 25; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after January 20, 2020

Course Requirements

Book: A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)

The Project Management Institute

ISBN 9781628251845

Book: The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management by Eric Verzuh

Wiley

ISBN 9781119086574

These courses meet in person and make use of an online presence to varying degrees.

Future Offering (Opens November 04, 2019 12:00:00 AM)

January 6, 2020 - March 16, 2020

Monday 6:00PM - 9:00PM

Location: UCLA Extension DTLA

Instructor: Artin Mgrtichian

371596

Fee:

$999.00

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Notes

Required course in Project Management Certificate.

Enrollment limited to 25; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after January 20, 2020

Course Requirements

Book: A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)

The Project Management Institute

ISBN 9781628251845

Schedule

Type

Date

Time

Location

Lecture

Mon Jan 6, 2020

6:00PM - 9:00PM

UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 104

Lecture

Mon Jan 13, 2020

6:00PM - 9:00PM

UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 104

Lecture

Mon Jan 20, 2020

6:00PM - 9:00PM

UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 104

Lecture

Mon Jan 27, 2020

6:00PM - 9:00PM

UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 104

Lecture

Mon Feb 3, 2020

6:00PM - 9:00PM

UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 104

Lecture

Mon Feb 10, 2020

6:00PM - 9:00PM

UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 104

Lecture

Mon Feb 17, 2020

6:00PM - 9:00PM

UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 104

Lecture

Mon Feb 24, 2020

6:00PM - 9:00PM

UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 104

Lecture

Mon Mar 2, 2020

6:00PM - 9:00PM

UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 104

Lecture

Mon Mar 9, 2020

6:00PM - 9:00PM

UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 104

Lecture

Mon Mar 16, 2020

6:00PM - 9:00PM

UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 104

Future Offering (Opens November 04, 2019 12:00:00 AM)

January 8, 2020 - March 18, 2020

Wednesday 6:00PM - 9:00PM

Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood

Instructor: William Wherritt

371598

Fee:

$999.00

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Notes

Required course in Project Management Certificate.

Enrollment limited to 25; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after January 22, 2020

Course Requirements

Book: A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)

The Project Management Institute

ISBN 9781628251845

Schedule

Type

Date

Time

Location

Discussion

Wed Jan 8, 2020

6:00PM - 9:00PM