IBM
Business Analysis: Project and Stakeholder Management
IBM

Business Analysis: Project and Stakeholder Management

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Daniel C. Yeomans
Skill-Up EdTech Team

Instructors: Daniel C. Yeomans

Sponsored by EdgePoint Software

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

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20 hours to complete
3 weeks at 6 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

20 hours to complete
3 weeks at 6 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Job-ready skills in project and stakeholder management that employers value in a good business analyst

  • The fundamental concepts of project management, including project phases, communication strategies, stakeholder, and risk management

  • How to apply various project management tools to effectively manage projects, conduct risk assessments, and plan communication strategies

  • How to implement effective communication strategies to engage stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle

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There are 6 modules in this course

This module provides a comprehensive introduction to project management, focusing on its core principles, processes, and career opportunities. You will gain insights into the business analysis process and the various functions of project management. Additionally, you will develop a foundational understanding that supports further exploration into more advanced project management topics.

What's included

7 videos3 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt3 plugins

In this module, you will explore the critical aspects of stakeholder analysis and engagement in project management. You will learn about the various techniques for identifying stakeholders, creating a stakeholder register, and the tools necessary for effective stakeholder analysis. This module also explores strategies for engaging stakeholders, developing communication plans, and monitoring engagement efforts through practical applications.

What's included

9 videos1 reading3 assignments1 discussion prompt5 plugins

This module provides a comprehensive overview of project planning and execution. You will explore project lifecycles and the different models, such as adaptative and predictive, and understand their suitability for various project types. Additionally, you will learn about project planning, including scope planning, schedule planning, and resource allocation. You will also learn about the execution phase, focusing on monitoring progress, team collaboration, and evaluating outcomes to ensure project success. You will also have the opportunity to build a traceability matrix, work breakdown structure (WBS), and network diagram and perform a hands-on lab that explores the reasons for the failure of a project.

What's included

15 videos1 reading3 assignments1 discussion prompt5 plugins

In this module, you will be introduced to the communication methods and strategies that aid effective project management. You will also explore the components of a communications management plan. Additionally, you will learn the need to plan virtual communications effectively. You will also gain insights into status reporting essentials and how various communication styles can impact the quality of communications. Finally, you will create a hands-on lab on status reporting.

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12 videos1 reading3 assignments1 discussion prompt5 plugins

In this module, you will explore defining risk and uncertainty in projects, including differentiating between opportunities and threats. You will learn how to model risk metalanguage to document risks and distinguish between cause, event, and impact. The module also explores the importance of SWOT or strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threat analysis and how to develop risk management plans. Finally, you will learn about the challenges in implementing a risk program, along with qualitative risk analysis and risk exposure and score concepts.

What's included

14 videos1 reading3 assignments1 discussion prompt5 plugins

In this module, you will apply your project management skills and knowledge to complete a comprehensive, hands-on project. You will create a simulated project management plan for relaunching an existing website, incorporating all the essential elements discussed throughout the course. By completing this project, you will gain practical experience in project planning, stakeholder management, communication, and risk management.

What's included

1 video2 readings1 assignment2 plugins

Instructors

Daniel C. Yeomans
SkillUp EdTech
25 Courses76,615 learners
Skill-Up EdTech Team
SkillUp EdTech
70 Courses133,916 learners

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