Course Description
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Course Name
Introduction to Project Management
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Host University
Universidad Veritas
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Location
San José, Costa Rica
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Area of Study
Business Administration, Management
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Contact Hours
48 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course will introduce the student to basic concepts and tools for the project management (PM) process. The course will review the process's five stages to successfully manage a project: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Control, and Close. The student will develop skills to lead projects in their personal and professional life. This course helps keep all the students' ducks in a row with some methodical planning by showing different strategies and techniques such as Objectives, Key Results, Gantt charts, and Communications Plans. In addition, students will develop organizational skills to improve well-being and the impact of building good communication habits.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
Availability of courses is based on enrollment numbers. All students should seek pre-approval for alternate courses in the event of last minute class cancellations