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Project management degrees: Do you need one and what you can do with it

Rebel’s Guide to PM

This article is for you! I do think that having a degree (of any kind, in any subject) is beneficial for securing a job, especially as project managers are expected to influence and lead, and many employers want to see evidence of the ability to operate at that level and use a degree as a benchmark for it. That’s about 2.3

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How to Manage Project Scope Without Scope Creep (with examples)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

One of the reasons for that is scope creep – and that’s what this article is all about. Scope creep is the more common term but you might hear both, especially if you are working in software development. Change control or change management is the process of managing unplanned but desired influences on the project.

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“Agile Is Just for Software” and other Scrum Myths

Scrum.org

They are instrumental in fostering a positive and productive environment within the team, ensuring that meetings are timeboxed and constructive. Their influence extends far beyond mere event facilitation, as they work towards elevating the overall proficiency and effectiveness of the Scrum team and the organization as a whole.

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Shift-Left, Shift-Right, Keep Middle

Velociteach

Critical assumptions and decisions set the project context during these formative stages, influencing planning and execution. Had I been engaged sooner, I could have influenced the decisions or been aware of the pending pitfalls. The definition of done establishes overall quality standards for each step in the development process.

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Digital Project Management Skills You Need Today

Project Pulse Journal

Whether you are to enhance your project outcomes, streamline operations, or drive technological change, this article will provide you with the blueprint for success. Construction - Overseeing projects that involve Smart Technology and IoT devices. What is Digital Project Management?

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What to Do When a Bad Moon is Arising on Your Project

Project Risk Coach

Pay attention to not only internal situations but external factors such as political influences and vendor risks. Perhaps you and your team identified the following threat: “Someone may steal building materials during construction.” ” The construction manager reports to you that electrical wiring has been stolen.

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Unlocking the Power and Mastery of Development Approach and Life Cycle

Project Pulse Journal

Each approach establishes the development of project deliverables as influenced by the delivery cadence, defined as the number and timing of deliveries based on the type of deliverable. Understanding the influence of external factors allows modification of the chosen approach to meet external challenges head-on.