Lesson 1: Creating a High-Performing Team

• • Topic A: Build a Team
• • Topic B:Define Team Ground Rules
• • Topic C: Negotiate Project Agreements
• • Topic D: Empower Team Members and Stakeholders
• • Topic E: Train Team Members and Stakeholders
• • Topic F: Engage and Support Virtual Teams
• • Topic G: Build Shared Understanding about a Project

Lesson 2: Starting the Project

• • Topic A: Determine Appropriate Project Methodology/Methods and Practices
• • Topic B: Plan and Manage Scope
• • Topic C: Plan and Manage Budget and Resources
• • Topic D: Plan and Manage Schedule
• • Topic E: Plan and Manage Quality of Products and Deliverables
• • Topic F: Integrate Project Planning Activities
• • Topic G: Plan and Manage Procurement
• • Topic H: Establish Project Governance Structure
• • Topic I: Plan and Manage Project/Phase Closure

Lesson 3: Doing the Work

• • Topic A: Assess and Manage Risks
• • Topic B: Execute Project to Deliver Business Value
• • Topic C: Manage Communications
• • Topic D: Engage Stakeholders
• • Topic E: Create Project Artifacts
• • Topic F: Manage Project Changes
• • Topic G: Manage Project Issues
• • Topic H: Ensure Knowledge Transfer for Project Continuity

Lesson 4: Keeping the Team on Track

• • Topic A: Lead a Team
• • Topic B: Support Team Performance
• • Topic C: Address and Remove Impediments, Obstacles and Blockers
• • Topic D: Manage Conflict
• • Topic E: Collaborate with Stakeholders
• • Topic F: Mentor Relevant Stakeholders
• • Topic G: Apply Emotional Intelligence to Promote Team Performance

Lesson 5: Keeping the Business in Mind

• • Topic A: Manage Compliance Requirements
• • Topic B: Evaluate and Deliver Project Benefits and Value
• • Topic C: Evaluate and Address Internal and External Business Environment Changes
• • Topic D: Support Organizational Change
• • Topic E: Employ Continuous Process Improvement

Appendix A: Mapping Course Content to the Project Management Professional (PMP) Examination Content Outline