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Project Launch

This course is part of Project Management Specialization.

Course Cost

Free course

Beginner

Skill Level

19 Hours

Self-paced Video lessons

This comprehensive course equips learners with the fundamental skills needed to effectively launch and manage projects in today's fast-paced business environment. The curriculum begins with an exploration of project management basics and leadership principles, emphasizing the critical difference between managing things and inspiring people. Students then learn systematic approaches to project selection, justification, and charter development, creating a solid foundation for project initiation. The course progresses through the essential elements of project planning, including requirements gathering, scope definition, work breakdown structure development, and stakeholder analysis. Special attention is given to communication planning and responsibility assignment using RAM and RACI matrices. Through a combination of theoretical concepts and practical applications, including a simulation project that continues throughout the specialization, students develop the skills to define project scope, create effective communication plans, and assign responsibilities - all while learning to increase project efficiency with limited resources.

Stephane Muller

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Stephane Muller

What you'll learn

Define project management fundamentals and distinguish between leadership and management

Justify and select projects using appropriate business case criteria

Develop comprehensive project charters that establish scope and authority

Conduct effective project kickoff meetings and create project management plans

Gather and document project requirements using proper elicitation techniques

Create clear statements of work to define project deliverables

Develop work breakdown structures to organize project tasks

Implement scope management processes to control project boundaries

Skills you'll gain

Project Management

Leadership

Requirements Gathering

Scope Definition

Work Breakdown Structure

Stakeholder Management

Communication Planning

Project Charter

RACI Matrix

Business Case

This course includes:

2.8 Hours PreRecorded video

12 assignments

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There are 12 modules in this course

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to project management fundamentals, focusing specifically on the launch phase of projects. The curriculum is organized into twelve modules covering the complete project initiation process. Beginning with foundational concepts of project management and leadership, students learn to distinguish between management and leadership while understanding the project manager's roles and responsibilities. The course progresses through project selection criteria and business case development, then guides students through creating project charters, kickoff meetings, and project management plans. Significant attention is given to requirements gathering, scope definition, and creating work breakdown structures. The later modules cover stakeholder identification and management, communication planning, and responsibility assignment using RACI matrices. Throughout the course, students apply their learning to a simulation project, gaining practical experience in planning and launching a project while developing skills to increase efficiency with limited resources.

Introduction to Project Management

Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete

Learn how to justify and select projects and how stakeholders influence projects. Develop requirements necessary to define project scope and create a list of tasks necessary to accomplish the scope. Create effective communication plans and assign responsibilities. Today's fast track business and global environment places emphasis on how to increase project production efficiency with limited available resources. Gain an understanding of fundamentals of project planning. Establish project requirements, objectives, and goals before defining the total project scope with the use of a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).

Skills you'll gain

Project Management Fundamentals

Project Definition

Project Scope

Work Breakdown Structure

Project Requirements

Project Goals

This course includes:

6 Videos

1 Assignments

3 Reading Materials

Project Leadership

Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete

Leadership involves inspiring people while management involves managing things. Both are essential for successful project completion, but many project "managers" don't know the difference between the two. Leaders provide a vision and a sense of direction; they inspire their team to adopt the vision as their own; they take risks where appropriate; and they see opportunities where others only see problems. Leaders create a safe space for their team members to thrive and produce their best work.

Skills you'll gain

Leadership Skills

Leadership Vision

Management Skills

Project Leadership

Team Supervision

This course includes:

4 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Reading Materials

Project Selection and Justification

Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete

The Project Charter

Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete

In this module, you will learn about the project charter and its importance in defining project authority, objectives, and team structure. You'll understand how to create an effective project charter and how it serves as a formal authorization for the project to begin.

Skills you'll gain

Project Charter

Project Authorization

Project Team

Project Objectives

This course includes:

4 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Plugins

Project Kickoff, PM Plan, and Agile PM

Module 5 · 2 Hours to complete

Now that you have an approved project with a project charter, what's next? In this module, you will learn how to kick-off a project and review methods in which to engage the project team. We will also review the process of creating a project management plan. And finally, you will learn the fundamentals of the Agile project management approach.

Skills you'll gain

Project Kickoff

Project Management Plan

Agile Project Management

Team Engagement

Project Planning

This course includes:

5 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Reading Materials

Requirements Gathering

Module 6 · 2 Hours to complete

Planning with the end product as the starting point is an effective and efficient way of developing a project plan. Learn how the requirements gathering process will help you more successfully define your project deliverables.

Skills you'll gain

Requirements Elicitation

Requirements Gathering

Requirements Matrix

Requirements Traceability

Project Deliverables

This course includes:

7 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Plugins

The Statement of Work

Module 7 · 1 Hours to complete

The Statement of Work (SOW) may be one of the most powerful tools for project managers. The SOW defines the product or service to be delivered to the customer at the completion of the project as well as defines the work necessary to complete the project. In this module, you will learn to use the information from requirements gathering to create a SOW.

Skills you'll gain

Statement of Work

Scope Definition

Scope Creep

Requirements Translation

Project Deliverables

This course includes:

5 Videos

1 Assignments

2 Reading Materials

Work Breakdown Structure

Module 8 · 1 Hours to complete

It has been said a picture call tell a thousand words. A Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) can be just the picture you need to tell the project team what they need to do on a project. This module will be focused on the structure and formats of a WBS and how to create a WBS including the WBS dictionary. You will be able to translate requirements into actionable activities in a WBS.

Skills you'll gain

Work Breakdown Structure

WBS Formats

WBS Dictionary

WBS Creation

WBS Verification

This course includes:

8 Videos

1 Assignments

Project Scope

Module 9 · 2 Hours to complete

Some say an hour spent in planning results in two hours saved during implementation. Learn how proper planning can reduce the overall level effort for a project. You will have an opportunity to develop a project scope management plan which will be the culminating activity of this course.

Skills you'll gain

Project Scope Management

Project Planning

Scope Management Plan

Requirements Processing

Project Efficiency

This course includes:

6 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Reading Materials

Stakeholders

Module 10 · 1 Hours to complete

Communication

Module 11 · 1 Hours to complete

The majority of a project manager's time is devoted to project communication. In this module, you will be exposed to the importance of project communication towards project success. You will have an opportunity to develop a project communication plan.

Skills you'll gain

Project Communication

Communication Tools

Communication Management Plan

Communication Dimensions

Communication Planning

This course includes:

9 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Reading Materials

RAM and RACI

Module 12 · 1 Hours to complete

In this module, you will learn about the Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM) and RACI (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed) charts. These tools help clarify roles and responsibilities within project teams and ensure clear accountability for project activities and deliverables.

Skills you'll gain

Responsibility Assignment Matrix

RACI

Project Roles

Project Accountability

Team Responsibilities

This course includes:

6 Videos

1 Assignments

Fee Structure

Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Project Management Specialization

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Stephane Muller is an instructor at the University of California, Irvine, with expertise in business, project management, and esports. He teaches a wide range of courses on Coursera, including "Collegiate Esports and Career Planning," "Salesforce Basics," and "Strategies for Converting and Retaining Customers Online." His courses focus on practical skills in digital marketing, project execution, and esports management. With a background in education and professional development, Stephane has contributed significantly to online learning by designing courses that address emerging fields like esports and advanced business strategies. His teaching emphasizes actionable insights to help learners succeed in dynamic industries.

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