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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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Episode 195 – Estimate This: Managing Project Estimation

Velociteach

We are taking a fresh look at project estimation. Topics include the estimation obstacles project managers commonly face, key factors essential for accurate projections, the impact of organizational culture, implementing cost management strategies, and navigating the risks of underestimating or overestimating project estimates.

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10 Easy Ways to Get PDUs & Stay PMI Certified

ProjectManager.com

If you hold a qualification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) like PMP (Project Management Professional) or PMI-ACP (PMI Agile Certified Professional), CPD is mandatory. The PMI measures CPD in Professional Development Units, or PDUs. PMI’s PDU Requirements. Two Types of PMI PDUs. What is a PDU?

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10 Knowledge Areas of project management (PPT & PDF included!)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Material on the Knowledge Areas can still be found in the PMI web guidance which members have access to, called Standards Plus. This article reviews and explains the 10 project management Knowledge Areas from the PMBOK® Guide -- Sixth Edition. Knowledge areas are no longer covered in the PMBOK ® Guide - Seventh Edition.

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Lessons from the PMI Summit 2023

NimbleWork

This year, we participated in the Project Management Institute’s annual PMI Summit, held in Atlanta. With the advent of technology, especially mobile and AI – how has the job of a project manager evolved? Mobile devices and technologies have certainly eased things a lot, especially on the go.

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Managing A Remote Team? Remember These 3 Key Tips For Success

Rebel’s Guide to PM

It can be helpful to compare estimates back to actuals to review how accurate the estimates were and inform future task planning. Organize regular training sessions for your team, and encourage them to spend time completing courses like PMI Kickoff that will help them to do their job better or broaden their skills.

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The 5 Phases of the Construction Process (Templates Included)

ProjectManager.com

At this point, there will be a selection of the project delivery method, construction cost estimating and permitting. When the site is complete, the plans and findings are reviewed by local government officials. A construction change order will be used to manage any changes whether due to equipment failure, weather or client requests.