Chris Croft Training

Project Management for Non Project Managers - PMP/PMI

Chris Croft Training

Project Management for Non Project Managers - PMP/PMI

Chris Croft

Instructor: Chris Croft

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Identify and avoid the ten most common project management mistakes that can cause delays, budget overruns, and project failure.

  • Apply practical project management tools and techniques, including Gantt charts, PERT diagrams, risk management, and stakeholder planning.

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June 2026

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This course is part of the Practical Project Management - Complete Guide Specialization
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There are 3 modules in this course

This module provides a practical introduction to project management and explains the fundamental concepts every professional should understand, regardless of whether they have a formal project management role. Learners will explore what projects are, why projects fail, common project management methodologies, Agile principles, the PMD method, and the key stages of the project lifecycle. The module also introduces project documentation and professional project management qualifications.

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10 videos5 readings1 assignment

This module examines the most common mistakes that cause projects to miss deadlines, exceed budgets, or fail to meet objectives. Learners will explore planning pitfalls, scope management issues, poor stakeholder engagement, inadequate scheduling, ineffective use of Gantt charts, and common decision-making errors. Practical tools, templates, and examples are provided to help learners avoid these mistakes and improve project outcomes.

What's included

14 videos5 readings1 assignment

This concluding module reviews the key lessons from the course and reinforces the most important project management principles. Learners will revisit the top project management mistakes, review essential planning techniques, and consolidate their knowledge through practical resources and final reflections. The module prepares participants to apply project management skills confidently in their own workplace projects.

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4 videos2 readings1 assignment

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