About This Course
This comprehensive course on project management is tailored explicitly for librarians and archivists seeking to enhance their skills in efficiently managing projects within the dynamic and organized realm of libraries and archives. The course is structured into five lessons, each dedicated to a project management phase. Each lesson incorporates thematic sections that delve into crucial aspects of project management, providing practical insights and tips relevant to the subject matter.
Why Take This Course
By enrolling in this course, participants gain access to a comprehensive curriculum taught by an expert in the field, with the flexibility to learn at their own pace and at an affordable cost. Whether you want to enhance your project management skills for career advancement or seek practical solutions for managing library and archival projects, this course offers a unique blend of expertise, convenience, and affordability.
Self-Paced Learning: Recognizing the demanding schedules of busy professionals, this course is self-paced, allowing participants to progress through the material at their convenience. Whether balancing work commitments or personal obligations, learners have the flexibility to tailor their engagement with the course to suit their unique circumstances.
Affordable Pricing: Accessibility is a priority. The course is affordable to ensure that all valuable project management skills are within reach. The goal is to empower librarians and archivists with the tools they need to excel in their roles without imposing financial barriers.
Course Objectives
This course equips librarians and archivists with the essential skills to manage projects within their unique professional environments successfully. By the end of the course, participants will have a solid understanding of project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closure, enhancing their ability to contribute to the successful completion of projects in library and archival settings.
Curriculum Preview
- Prioritizing the Right Initiatives
- Working with Stakeholders and Sponsors
- Business Cases and Feasibility Studies
- Developing Goals, Objectives, and Requirements
- A Consultative Process
- Identifying Risks and Revealing Assumptions
- Determining Deliverables
- Formulating the Scope Statement
- The Project Charter
- Practical Tips for Initiating Projects
- Initiating Projects Summary
- Initiating Projects Quiz
- Dynamic Planning and Collaborative Approach
- Kicking Off the Project
- Developing the Work Breakdown Structure
- Defining the Sequence of Work
- Scheduling the Project
- Following the Critical Path
- Procuring Resources
- Managing Contracts
- Determining the Budget
- Project Costs
- Payment Approaches
- Payment Flexibility
- Practical Tips for Planning Projects
- Planning Projects Summary
- Planning Projects Quiz
- The Dynamic Duo of Monitoring and Controlling
- Information Gathering
- Establishing the Communication Plan
- Creating Project Documentation
- Reporting Project Performance
- Tracking Progress
- Managing Quality
- When the Schedule Slips
- Making Changes
- Controlling the Project
- Practical Tips for Monitoring Projects
- Monitoring Projects Summary
- Monitoring Projects Quiz
- How to Use the Template Library
- Change Log Template
- Change Request Form Template
- Communication Plan Template
- Final Project Report Template
- Lesson Learned Template
- Meeting Agenda Template
- Project Charter Template
- Project Milestones Template
- Project Roster Templete
- Project Scope Statement Template
- RACI Matrix Template
- Stakeholder Interview Template
- WBS Task Template
- Weekly Status Report Template
- IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MODULE: PLEASE READ
- About this Module
- Purpose of a Business Case
- Executive Summary
- Project Overview
- Business Objectives
- Problem Statement
- Project Scope
- Stakeholder Analysis
- Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Risk Analysis
- Implementation Plan
- Alternatives and Recommendations
- Conclusion
Instructor’s Credentials
Margot Note has over 25 years of experience in information work in the national and international sectors. She is a Certified Archivist, a Certified Records Manager, an Information Governance Professional, and a Project Management Professional.
Project Management Professional (PMP): Benefit from the insights of an instructor with a distinguished Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, ensuring that the course content aligns with industry best practices and standards.
Authoritative Publications: With a track record of writing books and articles on project management, Margot imparts theoretical knowledge and practical applications from years of experience. The course synthesizes this information into a format accessible to library and archival professionals.
Graduate Level Knowledge: Margot’s experience teaching graduate courses and advising professional development organizations on project management courses underscores their commitment to educational excellence. Participants can expect a well-structured and pedagogically sound learning experience.
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