In this course, you’ll learn about the vital role of communication in aligning with the organization's strategic goals and fulfilling its business needs. You'll learn to identify and address cultural nuances, fostering effective communication and collaboration across cultural boundaries to enhance project success. Additionally, you'll explore strategies for ensuring clarity, transparency, and alignment in project communications. You’ll also examine how organizational culture, structure, and governance influence project management decisions and outcomes. By recognizing the impact of these factors, you'll be better equipped to navigate complexities and implement strategies that align with the organization's overarching objectives.
Communication with Stakeholders
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Communication with Stakeholders
This course is part of Microsoft Program Management Professional Certificate
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12 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Gain insight into the significance of communication in alignment with the organization's strategic goals and business needs.
Describe cultural nuances affecting project communications and stakeholder engagements, fostering effective collaboration across cultural boundaries.
Explore the influence of organizational culture, structure, and governance on the decisions and outcomes of program management and project execution.
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There are 3 modules in this course
This module provides a comprehensive exploration of PMP Communication and Stakeholder key concepts. You will delve into building trust and influence among Stakeholders, assessing stakeholder needs and developing effective communication strategies. From understanding core concepts to hands-on activities, you will gain the expertise needed for effective communication with stakeholders
What's included
11 videos9 readings6 assignments1 discussion prompt
In this module, you will explore the importance of managing communications in project management. The focus is on effective communication methods, conflict resolution techniques, and strategies for building consensus, all based on the principles of PMBOK 7, the Process Guide, and the Agile Practice Guide. Hands-on activities and quizzes are designed to reinforce theoretical knowledge, ensuring you are well-equipped to manage communications in project management.
What's included
12 videos7 readings6 assignments
In this module, you’ll put your skills into practice. You’ll reflect on the key learning points that you reviewed during the course and complete the final assessment and hands-on activity.
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2 videos2 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin
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