Fundamental Course Unit 6 - Project Management

Project Management This Experience explores project management — our ability to manage the process used to complete a specific project. A project is defined as a temporary effort to create a product|service|event or result that has a clear beginning and end. Project management is not just about getting something done; it is also about accomplishing something efficiently and effectively. To do this|you must use many skill sets. Three Essential Elements support Project Management|all of which are associated with the “Workplace Skills” component of the SkillsUSA Framework. Decision Making: Project management involves making a lot of decisions|such as determining the objectives of a project and what needs to be done and by when. Planning|Organizing and Management: At the heart of project management is being able to plan|organize and manage the tasks that need to get done to accomplish your objective. Teamwork: Project management skills require the ability to lead a project team|as well as the willingness to contribute as a member of a project team. *After completing the unit pre-test|if you need to independently complete the kick-off activity before the unit Overview|please access a self-pacing video in the Resources tab of this unit.