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Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management: UVA Darden Course Review

Rebel’s Guide to PM

I’ve put together this Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management course review to answer all your questions so you can save time deciding whether it is right for you. In the review, I’ll share: Why I think this is such a popular course for project managers Who it’s most suited for How to get the most out of the course.

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Virtual Leadership [Book Review]

Rebel’s Guide to PM

The new version is also packed with updated, relevant case studies. So, in the normal style of my book reviews, let me tell you more about what’s in the book and what else I thought about it. Penny says that it’s important to define virtual work before you understand what virtual teams are.

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Why do projects fail? (Includes examples!)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Here are some high-profile failed projects: Following an internal review, Multiplex, the Australian development company responsible for the reconstruction of the Wembley Stadium, became aware that costs for the project were escalating to the point that the company would make a loss of £750 million on the project. billion to £10.9

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Exploring the differences: Projects vs operations examples

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Lots of companies work through ‘transformation’ projects which are designed to create large-scale organizational change such as mergers and acquisitions or culture change, or meeting the expectations of technology use through implementing digital strategies. Tip You are probably have more experience working on projects than you think you do.

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7 Hidden dangers of project management (Or why even well-planned projects sometimes fail)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Despite your efforts to clearly define the scope, time and resources necessary to successfully complete the projects, things simply don’t always go according to plan. Scope creep It’s imperative to clearly define: What the project will deliver When it will be complete How much it will cost Who will do the work How the project will be done.

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Efficient Project Management: The Key to Scaling Your Small Business

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The article also features real-world case studies of small businesses that achieved remarkable scaling through adept project management. A well-defined goal acts as a roadmap, guiding the team’s efforts and resources toward a specific outcome. This led to a 25% increase in project delivery speed.

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Bridging the PM Competency Gap [Book Review]

Rebel’s Guide to PM

This article, Bridging the PM Competency Gap [Book Review] , first appeared on Girl's Guide to PM. These courses are strong on the technical elements of project management. It’s a practical book that lays out addressing your issues in 5 simple steps: Define what you are trying to achieve with this learning programme.