Overview

Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Master the art of managing complex projects with Advanced Project Management and Tools. This course equips you with cutting-edge strategies to handle project communications, procurements, risks, and changes effectively, ensuring your projects meet their goals efficiently. You'll dive deep into advanced concepts like resource procurement, risk mitigation, and effective change control while leveraging powerful tools to streamline your workflow. The course begins by exploring communication and meeting management techniques, empowering you to foster collaboration and clarity across diverse teams. You’ll then learn how to manage procurements through resource evaluation, vendor selection, and contract negotiation. The next modules focus on managing risks and issues, and introducing advanced analytical techniques and strategies to anticipate and address potential roadblocks. Further, you'll gain expertise in controlling project changes, from managing IT infrastructure and software adjustments to implementing CI/CD pipelines and environment management. The final chapters highlight the critical artifacts and activities associated with every phase of the project life cycle, ensuring you can efficiently navigate discovery, planning, execution, and closure. Designed for project managers, business analysts, and IT professionals, this course requires a foundational knowledge of project management principles. With its intermediate to advanced difficulty level, the course is perfect for individuals looking to refine their project management skills and explore the latest tools and techniques in the field.

Syllabus

Manage Communications and Meetings

In this module, we will explore advanced communication and meeting management strategies. From choosing appropriate communication methods to controlling project discussions through structured meeting roles and techniques, this section equips you to handle communication dynamics effectively in IT projects.

Manage Procurements

In this module, we will dive into procurement management within IT projects. You will learn about procurement methods, document preparation, vendor evaluation, and contract management to acquire and manage project resources effectively.

Manage Risks and Issues

In this module, we will address risk and issue management, including analysis, response planning, and role assignments. You will gain practical insights into mitigating risks and documenting issues to ensure project resilience and adaptability.

Control Changes

In this module, we will explore the nuances of change control in IT projects. From managing scope changes to navigating software and infrastructure adjustments, this section equips you with strategies to maintain control over dynamic project environments.

Project Life Cycle Artifacts and Activities

In this module, we will guide you through the project life cycle phases, from discovery to closure. You will learn to manage phase-specific activities and leverage artifacts to ensure smooth project execution and completion.

Project Tools

In this module, we will explore an array of project management tools and their applications. From scheduling and collaboration to quality and tracking charts, you’ll gain hands-on experience with tools that streamline IT project workflows and improve efficiency.