Project Estimating (PMI PMP)

Project Estimating (PMI PMP), available at $44.99, with 84 lectures, 4 quizzes.

You will learn about Master the fundamentals of project estimation in various life cycles. Learn to apply quantitative, qualitative, and relative estimating techniques. Understand how to manage and refine estimates throughout the project life cycle. Gain skills in creating accurate estimates for project costs, resources, and durations. Explore the use of historical data and metrics in improving estimation accuracy. Develop the ability to assess and improve the estimating process in projects. This course is ideal for individuals who are Project managers seeking to enhance their estimation accuracy. or Professionals working in projectized organizations. or Team members involved in project cost and resource estimation. or Analysts and consultants focusing on project management. or Scrum teams and agile practitioners needing estimating skills. or Stakeholders aiming to improve project success through better estimates. It is particularly useful for Project managers seeking to enhance their estimation accuracy. or Professionals working in projectized organizations. or Team members involved in project cost and resource estimation. or Analysts and consultants focusing on project management. or Scrum teams and agile practitioners needing estimating skills. or Stakeholders aiming to improve project success through better estimates.

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Summary

Title: Project Estimating (PMI PMP)

Price: $44.99

Number of Lectures: 84

Number of Quizzes: 4

Number of Published Lectures: 84

Number of Published Quizzes: 4

Number of Curriculum Items: 90

Number of Published Curriculum Objects: 90

Original Price: $99.99

Quality Status: approved

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What You Will Learn

Master the fundamentals of project estimation in various life cycles.
Learn to apply quantitative, qualitative, and relative estimating techniques.
Understand how to manage and refine estimates throughout the project life cycle.
Gain skills in creating accurate estimates for project costs, resources, and durations.
Explore the use of historical data and metrics in improving estimation accuracy.
Develop the ability to assess and improve the estimating process in projects.

Who Should Attend

Project managers seeking to enhance their estimation accuracy.
Professionals working in projectized organizations.
Team members involved in project cost and resource estimation.
Analysts and consultants focusing on project management.
Scrum teams and agile practitioners needing estimating skills.
Stakeholders aiming to improve project success through better estimates.

Target Audiences

Project managers seeking to enhance their estimation accuracy.
Professionals working in projectized organizations.
Team members involved in project cost and resource estimation.
Analysts and consultants focusing on project management.
Scrum teams and agile practitioners needing estimating skills.
Stakeholders aiming to improve project success through better estimates.

The Project Estimating (PMI PMP) course is designed to equip project management professionals with essential estimating skills that are critical for successful project execution. This course delves into the intricacies of project estimating, providing a comprehensive understanding of how to develop accurate estimates for project costs, resources, durations, and more.

By enrolling in this course, students will gain practical knowledge that directly translates into improved project planning and management outcomes. The course is structured to cater to both beginners in project management and seasoned professionals looking to refine their estimating techniques.

Students will learn to apply various estimating methodologies, including quantitative, qualitative, and relative techniques, enabling them to tailor their approach to different project types, whether they are working in traditional, agile, or hybrid environments. Additionally, the course emphasizes the importance of using historical data and metrics to improve the accuracy of estimates, which is crucial for making informed decisions throughout the project life cycle.

One of the key benefits of this course is its focus on continuous improvement. Learners will not only master the art of creating initial estimates but also develop the skills necessary to refine and manage these estimates as projects progress. This iterative approach ensures that project managers can adapt to changes and keep their projects on track, ultimately leading to higher project success rates.

Upon completion of this course, students will be well-equipped to tackle the challenges of project estimating in any industry, making them invaluable assets to their organizations. Whether you are preparing for the PMP certification or looking to enhance your project management toolkit, this course provides the essential skills needed to excel in the dynamic field of project management.

Course Curriculum

Chapter 1: Project Estimating

Lecture 1: Course Overview

Lecture 2: Better Learning

Lecture 3: The Practice Standard for Project Estimating

Lecture 4: Purpose of the Practice Standard

Lecture 5: Project Estimating Definitions

Lecture 6: Scope of Project Estimating

Lecture 7: Project Estimating and the Project Management Practice

Lecture 8: Relationships Among This Practice Standard and Other PMI Standards

Lecture 9: The PMBOK Guide

Lecture 10: Practice Standard for Earned Value Management

Lecture 11: Practice Standard for Work Breakdown Structures

Lecture 12: Practice Standard for Scheduling

Lecture 13: The Standard for Risk Management in Portfolios, Programs, and Projects

Lecture 14: The Standard for Program Management

Lecture 15: The Standard for Portfolio Management

Lecture 16: The Standard for Organizational Project Management

Lecture 17: Navigating Complexity – A Practice Guide

Lecture 18: Agile Practice Guide

Lecture 19: The PMI Guide to Business Analysis

Lecture 20: The Practice of Project Estimating

Chapter 2: Project Estimating Concepts

Lecture 1: Project Estimating Concepts

Lecture 2: Project Estimating Overview

Lecture 3: Estimating Roles

Lecture 4: Estimating Life Cycle Stages

Lecture 5: Evolving Estimates

Lecture 6: Use of Metrics and Available Data

Lecture 7: Estimation Variances

Lecture 8: Predictive Life Cycles

Lecture 9: Adaptive Life Cycle

Lecture 10: Characteristics of an Estimate

Lecture 11: Industry-Specific Practices

Lecture 12: Project Estimating Case Study

Lecture 13: Project Estimates Evolve and Improve

Chapter 3: Prepare to Estimate

Lecture 1: Prepare to Estimate

Lecture 2: Documenting the Project Estimating Approach

Lecture 3: Prepare Project Estimating Approaches

Lecture 4: Inputs to Prepare Project Estimating

Lecture 5: Outputs to Prepare Project Estimating

Lecture 6: Considerations to Prepare Project Estimating

Lecture 7: A Case Study to Prepare Project Estimating

Lecture 8: The Prepare to Estimate Stage

Chapter 4: Create Estimates

Lecture 1: Create Estimates

Lecture 2: Create Estimates Overview

Lecture 3: Use of Quantitative Estimating Techniques

Lecture 4: Analogous Estimating Techniques

Lecture 5: Parametric Estimating Techniques

Lecture 6: Bottom-up Estimating Techniques

Lecture 7: Use of Relative Estimating Techniques

Lecture 8: Relative Estimating Technique Inputs

Lecture 9: Relative Estimating Technique Outputs

Lecture 10: Relative Estimating Technique Considerations

Lecture 11: Use of Qualitative Estimating Techniques

Lecture 12: Inputs to Qualitative Estimating

Lecture 13: Outputs of Qualitative Estimating

Lecture 14: Qualitative Estimating Considerations

Lecture 15: Calibration

Lecture 16: Optimism and Pesimism in Estimates

Lecture 17: Progressive Elaboration of Estimates

Lecture 18: Cost-Schedule Interrelationship

Lecture 19: Accounting for Time

Lecture 20: Anchoring

Lecture 21: Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Estimating

Lecture 22: Common Success Factors

Lecture 23: Creating Estimates – Case Study

Lecture 24: The Process of Creating Estimates

Chapter 5: Manage Estimates

Lecture 1: Manage Estimates

Lecture 2: Manage Estimates Overview

Lecture 3: Manage Estimates – A living Plan Cycle

Lecture 4: Inputs to Manage Estimates

Lecture 5: Outputs of the Manage Estimates

Lecture 6: Manage Estimates Best Practices

Lecture 7: Manage Estimates Case Study

Lecture 8: Manage Accurate Estimates

Chapter 6: Improve Estimating Process

Lecture 1: Improve Estimating Process

Lecture 2: Overview of the Improve Estimating Process

Lecture 3: Assess the Estimating Process

Lecture 4: Inputs to the Improve Estimating Process

Lecture 5: Outputs to the Improve Estimating Process

Lecture 6: Implement Changes and Share Lessons Learned

Lecture 7: Implement Changes and Share Lessons Learned Best Practices

Chapter 7: Project Estimating

Lecture 1: Practice Activity 1

Lecture 2: Practice Activity 2

Lecture 3: Practice Activity 3

Lecture 4: Project Estimating

Instructors

Sorin Dumitrascu
Management trainer

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