Learning Coursera Project Manager Set 1

Portfolio

A portfolio is a collection of projects and programs across an entire organization. Portfolio managers are responsible for portfolios of projects or programs for one client. Over the course of your career, you might progress from project manager to program manager to portfolio manager roles.

Project planning and organizing

A project manager will create a project plan, which is a key part of project management. It helps set the tone of the project and keeps the team on pace and aligned. The project manager will also organize meetings and project documents.

Common Project Manger Buzzword Some common project management-related buzzwords and skills you could include on your resume are:

Analytical Assertive Assessing outcomes Assessing progress Attention to detail Conflict resolution Collaborative Coordination Communication Development Evaluation Executing plans Financial analysis Impact assessment Leadership engagement Managing meetings Managing client expectations Managing conflicts Managing relationships with stakeholders Managing vendors Meeting deadlines Monitoring Multitasking Planning Prioritizing Problem-solving Process development Process improvement Project coordination Project implementation Project initialization Project planning Project reporting Quality control Risk assessment Risk management Solution development Strategic planning Strong interpersonal skills Strong verbal communication Strong written communication

Project Administrator

Assists the rest of the project team with administrative tasks.

As person seeking a project role, share knowledge to create new business connections. Attend local or online networking events Update resume Get an internship Join LinkedIn

Attend local or online networking events

Finished internship as project support looking for full time project management job. Project manager wanted you to be IT project manager why? Because most IT projects are related to banking. Because project management skills learned in one industry can be applied to other industries. Only people with IT experience can manage banking projects. Because banks use information technologies.

Because project management skills learned in one industry can be applied to other industries.

Leadership

Being able to lead a group of people. You may see phrases like "strong leadership qualities" or "ability to lead" in job descriptions. A project manager needs to display leadership in a number of ways, including effective planning, efficient task coordination, inspiring team members, and key decision-making. You are working on many of the skills needed to become a great leader in this program!

What three type of information can be helpful to include in your search for project management role. Select the three options that apply: Common project management-related buzzwords like "process improvement" and "risk management" Skills you've acquired in your current or previous position Essential project management skills like coordination, organization, and leadership Training you may gain later in your project management career

Common project management-related buzzwords like "process improvement" and "risk management" Skills you've acquired in your current or previous position Essential project management skills like coordination, organization, and leadership

Which explains how a project manger best accomplishes their responsibilities? Communicates key project milestones to stay on task Helps the team get what they need to keep the project going Knows what the project team needs to accomplish and when Establishes the budget after the project begins

Communicates key project milestones to stay on task Helps the team get what they need to keep the project going Knows what the project team needs to accomplish and when

Technical Project Manager

Conducts project planning and management for identified goals within a company. Ensures that projects are completed to the requirements within a defined time frame and budget.

Scrum Master

Coordinates and guides the Scrum team. Knowledgeable in Agile framework and Scrum and is able to teach others about the Scrum values and principles. May also be listed as a Technical Program Manager or Technical Project Manager.

As you search for project management role, you find a job listing listing HR program coordinator. What desired qualification tell you that this job is a project management opportunity? Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills Willing to work remotely Demonstrated ability to lead others Excellent communication skills

Demonstrated ability to lead others Excellent communication skills Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills

Project Leader/Director

Drives core decision-making and sets the direction for the project. Usually knowledgeable about the product or deliverable.

Product Owner

Drives the direction of product development and progress.

Which of the following are benefits of an internship? Get short-term, hands on industry experience Boost your resume Network with people in your desired industry Get a guaranteed permanent position

Get short-term, hands on industry experience Boost your resume Network with people in your desired industry

Coordination

Getting people and teams to work together. You may see responsibilities in job descriptions such as "coordination of efforts to achieve project deliverable" or "coordinate internal resources to ensure successful project completion." Being a project manager is essentially managing the coordination of resources to achieve your end goal. Coordination is one of the top skills a project manager should have, so searching for this term can lead you to appropriate positions.

Reflect on a project you recently completed or an event you recently planned and organized. Which of the responsibilities did you take on during that experience? Select all that apply. If you don't mark all of the options, that's just fine! In this program, you'll learn more about all of these project manager responsibilities and see how your prior planning and organizing experience is applicable to project management roles. After you submit your responses, you will be able to see which options were most common among your peers. I managed tasks from start to finish to ensure their completion. I planned and organized the project by regularly communicating project needs to people helping me and resolving any issues that come up. I maintained the project budget and controlled its costs.

I managed tasks from start to finish to ensure their completion. I planned and organized the project by regularly communicating project needs to people helping me and resolving any issues that come up. I maintained the project budget and controlled its costs.

Test your knowledge: Learning about careers in project management Job salary Job description Job benefits Job location

Job description The job description indicates that the job matches your skill set and experience.

Program managers

Manage a group of projects that are related or similar to one another and handle the coordination of these projects. They facilitate effective communication between individual project managers and provide support where necessary. They also help create and manage long-term goals for their organization.

Operations Analyst

Manages and coordinates research, investigates workflows, creates business procedures, and recommends changes to improve the project and company.

Project Management Office (PMO) Analyst:

Manages the progress of complex projects to ensure timely execution and completion.

Which of the following responsibilities are common for a project manager? Select all that apply. Controlling company operations Managing tasks Project planning and organizing Budgeting and controlling costs

Managing tasks Project planning and organizing Budgeting and controlling costs

Project Analyst:

Moves a project along by sharing information, providing support through data analysis, and contributing to strategy and performance.

Project manager meet project requirement to meet deadline. Should Project manager use same tool, techniques, and methods? Yes. Project managers should use the same tools, techniques, and methodologies every day—this consistency is key to achieving an optimal outcome. No. Project managers should vary tools, techniques, and methodologies throughout a project—this is key to supporting and adapting to a changing project plan. Maybe. Project managers should adopt whatever tools, techniques, and methodologies that a specific company prefers—this keeps senior management happy.

No. Project managers should vary tools, techniques, and methodologies throughout a project—this is key to supporting and adapting to a changing project plan.

Managing tasks

Once the project is underway, the project manager helps manage tasks for the team. When the team hits project milestones, they communicate the project progress to team members and/or customers.

Which of the following might be part of a job description for an entry-level project role? Our leadership team is currently looking for a Senior Project Manager to support our clients in the Life Sciences and Industrial sectors. Our business group is hiring an experienced project management professional who has a broad understanding of solutions and industry best practices. Our North Coast branch needs a new Junior Project Manager who can channel drive and enthusiasm. You'll be front and center, hands-on, and contributing your creative energy to high-impact projects. Our company is seeking a Program Manager with experience managing a team in the Agile framework.

Our North Coast branch needs a new Junior Project Manager who can channel drive and enthusiasm. You'll be front and center, hands-on, and contributing your creative energy to high-impact projects.

Operations Manager

Oversees strategic decision-making and rolls out plans of action based on financial, schedule, and resource reporting.

Project/Program Coordinator

Participates in hands-on project work and administrative tasks. Works under a project manager to make sure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Junior Project Manager

Performs all aspects of being a project manager alongside a more experienced professional.

Project manager for large school district, allow student check up on health. What common project responsibility is this example of? Planning and organizing Managing company operations Controlling costs Managing tasks

Planning and organizing

Project Controller

Primarily responsible for project planning. You are likely to see this job title in industries like engineering and construction.

Seeking a job in more traditional project role. Product Owner Project Leader Project Management Office (PMO) Analyst Project Controller

Project Leader Project Management Office (PMO) Analyst Project Controller

As someone seeking entry level what one is project management skill role? Project Administrator Project/Program Coordinator Procurement Specialist Project Support Specialist

Project Support Specialist Project Administrator Project/Program Coordinator

_____ is the knowledge, skill, tool, and tech to meet the project requirement to meet deadline. Project management Budget management Organization Communication

Project management

Which of the following best exemplifies the progression of a project manager career? Program manager to project manager to portfolio manager Project manager to portfolio manager to program manager Project manager to program manager to portfolio manager

Project manager -> Program Manager -> Portfolio manager While you may encounter a different title progression in your career, this is a typical progression. All project managers lead projects from start to finish and serve as guides for their team. However, program managers are responsible for managing many projects at the same time, and portfolio managers are responsible for portfolios of projects or programs for one client.

Portfolio managers

Responsible for managing a group of related programs within the same organization. They coordinate various programs in order to ensure they are on track and that the organization is meeting its strategic initiatives. Portfolio managers look at all projects and programs within the organization and prioritize work as necessary.

Chief Operating Officer

Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of a business.

Project Manager

Responsible for the initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing of a project. Includes industry-specific titles like IT project manager, construction project manager, or engineering project manager, which utilize skills that are transferable among industries.

Plan box and mover also label box for manage all task leading up to and during the move. Organizational ability Deep technical experience Budget preparation and monitoring Strong coordination and communication skills

Strong coordination and communication skills Organizational ability

Project/Program Assistant

Supports team members working on a project and offers administrative support. May perform research or create training documents along with other jobs as assigned by program leaders.

Organization

The ability to stay focused on different tasks. You may come across phrases like "solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking skills" or something as simple as "highly organized." Organization is key to being a great project manager. We will discuss many ways to sharpen this skill in the upcoming lessons.

Budgeting and controlling costs

The project manager has the responsibility to manage project costs and ensure the project stays within budget.

Which of the following is true for project managers that work in a specific industry? They can apply consistent processes to prevent change. They can learn skills in one industry and apply them in another. They must have skills that are specific to the industry. They must have expertise in a focused, technical topic.

They can learn skills in one industry and apply them in another. Project managers work in many industries. The skills project managers learn in one industry can be applied in others. Project managers tackle a variety of projects from start to finish.

Which of the following are typical benefits of good project management? Less work Increased hiring Increased sales Time savings

Time savings

As Project manager day to day responsibilities involved planning, managing task, budgeting, and controlling cost. To complete as many projects as possible To make sure project outcomes bring value to the company To create something from nothing, working from the ground up To be as innovative as possible

To make sure project outcomes bring value to the company

As project manager your day to day responsibilities involved planning, managing task, budgeting, and controlling cost. What is the purpose behind these responsibilities? To complete as many projects as possible To make sure project outcomes bring value to the company To create something from nothing, working from the ground up To be as innovative as possible

To make sure project outcomes bring value to the company

transferable skills

Transferable skills are abilities that can be used in many different jobs and career paths. Your transferable skills can likely be utilized in project management roles in many other industries.

Program

While a project is one single-focused endeavor, a program is a collection of projects

buzzwords

Words or phrases that are popular for a period of time or in a particular industry. In today's job market, buzzwords like data-driven, team player, and self-starter are common. You may see terms like these show up throughout your searches.

Project Support Specialist:

Works alongside a project manager and team members to oversee assigned projects. May also be responsible for training and developing employees to perform designated tasks.

As someone new to the filed of project management, you decided to take a contract position with a firm. what should you expect from this type of role? You won't be able to mention this work in your portfolio. You'll work with the firm on a project-by-project basis. You will be a full-time employee with the firm. You won't be able to work on projects with other firms.

You'll work with the firm on a project-by-project basis.

Someone new to Project manager, contract position what a firm. You'll work with the firm on a project-by-project basis. You will be a full-time employee with the firm. You won't be able to mention this work in your portfolio. You won't be able to work on projects with other firms.

You'll work with the firm on a project-by-project basis.

Project management is valuable to businesses because it ______. helps ensure that a project delivers the expected outcomes on time and within budget helps ensure that a project centralizes communication—both in real time and all at once helps ensure that a project sticks to long-term and short-term deadlines helps ensure that a project delivers goods or services that meet the customer's needs

helps ensure that a project delivers the expected outcomes on time and within budget

2017 project management in manufacturing, construction, information technology, oil and gas are experiencing ______ project management job. no growth compared to other industries the same amount of growth compared to other industries the most amount of growth compared to other industries the least amount of growth compared to other industries

the most amount of growth compared to other industries

It likely that you have used project manager skill in the past, and these skill are _____ in professional Project management. transferable uncommon inapplicable impractical

transferable