Harvard University · edX
Exercising Leadership: Foundational Principles
4.71,590 ratingsMobilize people to tackle tough problems and build the capacity to thrive through the dangers of change
Overview
In this course, you will distinguish between a process and principle-based approach to project management, gaining a deeper understanding of the underlying principles that drive successful project outcomes. By differentiating between these approaches, you'll learn to implement principle-based knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques that can be applied across various project scenarios. Additionally, you'll delve into the 12 PMP Principles outlined in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), providing you with a comprehensive framework for guiding project management practices. Through detailed exploration and practical application, you'll develop the proficiency to leverage these principles effectively, enabling you to navigate complex project environments with confidence and achieve project success.
After completing this course, you’ll be able to:
• Distinguish between a process and principle-based approach.
• Implement principle-based knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques.
• Describe the 12 PMP Principles In PMBOK
This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.
Syllabus 4
- People and Team 4.5 hours
In this module, you explored the people and team-focused principles, which include the Principles of Stewardship, Stakeholder, Team, and Leadership. These principles emphasize the importance of delivering value, engaging with stakeholders effectively, and customizing the management approach to meet…
- Adaptability and Governance 4 hours
In this module, you explored the dynamic landscape of modern project management, where the ability to adapt and effectively govern projects is an essential skill for project managers. Exploring the Principles of Complexity, Change, Adaptability and Resilience, and Systems Thinking, you discovered s…
- Tailoring and Value 3.5 hours
In this module, you gained insights into customizing project management approaches to fit the unique needs of projects while ensuring maximum value delivery to stakeholders. You will explore how to navigate the complexities of diverse project environments.
- Final Project and Assessment 3 hours
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.
Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages
- Structured courses with graded quizzes, assignments and deadlines you can reset.
- A shareable certificate from the university or company when you pay.
- Financial aid is often approved for students in India (apply 15 days before you need it).
- From Microsoft, a well-regarded name.
- Self-paced: start any time.
- A clear syllabus (4 parts) you can see before you start.
- Hands-on: you build or practise, not just watch.
Disadvantages
- Paid after a 7-day free trial (Coursera Plus or per course).
- Some courses can be audited for free, but graded work and certificates need payment.
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This course is paid. Here is how to take it for free
- Free trials: You can start a 7-day free trial for many individual courses, Specializations, or a Coursera Plus subscription to test full course features. Cancel before the seventh day if you do not want to be charged.
- Financial aid: If you cannot afford the fee for a certificate, you can apply for financial aid through the link on the course home page by filling out an application about your background and goals.
Taught by
- Microsoft
Microsoft is in Tier 2: excellent universities and the companies that build the technology of our institution ranking (86/100).
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