Project Management Defined

Project Defined

Project Context

Key Skills of the Project Manager

Introduction to PM Knowledge Areas - Part 1

Introduction to PM Knowledge Areas - Part 2

This module introduces modern project management theory and practice. Learn about projects, project management, project context, key skills of a project manager, and project management knowledge areas.

Using a Project Profile

Complex Systems

The DPCI Structure - External Factors

The DPCI Structure - Internal Factors

The DPCI Structure - Technology & Environment

Learn more about project profiles from using a project profile, complex systems, and the factors of the Darnall-Preston Complexity Index (DPCI) structure which include the external, internal, technology and environmental factors.

Project Phases

Project Organization - Part 1

Project Organization - Part 2

Measuring Organizational Complexity

Learn more about project phases and organization. This includes an introduction to project phases, project organization and measuring organizational complexity.

Including the Client

Understanding Values and Expectations

Dealing with Problems

Nurturing a Feeling of Satisfaction

Learn about managing and meeting client expectations from including the client, understanding value and expectations, dealing with problems, nurturing a feeling of satisfaction.

Working with Individuals - Part 1

Working with Individuals - Part 2

Working with Teams - Trust

Working with Teams - Managing Team Meetings

Working with Teams - Types of Teams

Creating a Project Culture

Learn more about working with individual and teams on projects from handling issues of trust, managing team meetings and types of teams, and creating a project culture.

Types of Communication

Selecting Software - Part 1

Selecting Software - Part 2

Selecting Software - Part 3

Learn more about communication technologies in projects. This module includes types of communication, types of software that are appropriate for projects of different levels of complexity, and strategies for sharing documents that can be edited by a team.

Diploma in Modern Project Management - First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Project Selection

Project Scope

Project Start-up

Alignment Process

Communications Planning

Learn more about starting a project in this module from the process of project selection, evaluating the project scope, the project start-up phase, the alignment process, and the communications planning procedure.

Types of Schedules

Elements of Time Management

Critical Path and Float

Managing the Schedule

Project Scheduling Software

Learn more about project time management in this module from types of schedules, elements of time management, critical path and float, managing the schedule, and project scheduling software.

Estimating Costs

Managing the Budget

Learn more about the strategies and means of estimating and managing project costs in modern project management in this module from estimating required project costs and managing the budget for projects.

Project Quality and Statistics

Development of Quality as a Competitive Advantage

Relevance of Quality Programs to Project Quality

Planning and Controlling Project Quality

Assuring Quality

Learn more about quality control in project management from project quality and statistics, development of quality as a competitive advantage, relevance of quality programs to project quality, planning and controlling project quality, and assuring quality.

Defining Risk

Risk Management Process

Project Risk by Phases

Project Risk and the Project Complexity Profile

Learn more about risk in modern project management in this module from defining risk, the risk management process, analyzing project risk by phases, and project risk and the project complexity profile.

Identifying the Need for Resources Outside the Organization

The Procurement Plan

Selecting the Type of Contract

The Procurement Process

Learn more about the procurement process in project management in this module from identifying the need for resources outside the organization, planning process for procurement, selecting the contract type, and the procurement process.

Project Closure

Learn more about the closure phase of projects in modern project management in this module from procedures for closing out contracts, post-project review process,documents to be archived, and project closeout celebrations.

Diploma in Modern Project Management - Second Assessment

Diploma in Modern Project Management - Final Assessment

This free online project management course will teach you how to implement project phases like a true professional.

Diploma in Modern Project Management

This free online diploma in modern project management course uses the Project Management Institute's Book of Knowledge to describe in detail the modern theory and best practices of project management. Organisations are constantly looking to deliver projects more efficiently, and able project managers are in demand professionals. This course will also teach you how project managers can effectively manage tasks and take on leadership roles.

Project management skills and expertise are in great demand internationally. You can improve your project management skills and techniques and enhance your career prospects by studying Alison's Diploma in Project Management course. This course offers a comprehensive review of project management and the factors that need to be considered when planning a project. All of this is outlined in a clear and simple manner.
The course begins by explaining the various phases of the system development life cycle, including analysis, planning, design and evaluation. The course then describes project management methodology in detail, and guides you through project management tools such as Gantt and PERT charts. Next, the course describes the different types of documentation found in project management such as program, system, technical, paper-based, electronic and specialist user documentation that help to show how a project has been set up. 
Finally, the course goes through a project management case study where you can see the various phases of project management being carried out. This course will be of great interest to professionals working in businesses and organisations who manage projects and would like to improve their project management skills. It will also be of interest to learners who are considering project management as a career.

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Learning Outcomes

Introduction to the Catering Industry

Food safety in the Catering Industry

FATTOM and the 4C’s in Catering

Terms and Definitions

Lesson Summary

This module introduces the learner to the catering industry, its significance and its different types; along with the importance of food safety to this industry. The key factors and practices that affect the safety of foods prepared and handled during catering are also discussed.

What is HACCP?

HACCP Prerequisite Programs (Part 1)

HACCP Prerequisite Programs (Part 2)

HACCP Prerequisite Programs (Part 3)

HACCP Prerequisite Programs (Part 4)

In this module, you will be introduced to the HACCP food safety system, its history and benefits. Learners will learn about the prerequisite programs that have to be implemented before the application of HACCP such as establishment and facilities requirements, personal hygiene, cleaning , and the control of food preparation operations.

Step 1: Assemble the HACCP Team

Steps 2 & 3: The Product Description and It's intended Use

Steps 4 & 5: The Flow Diagram and On-Site Confirmation

In this module, learners will be introduced to the five preliminary steps that are the foundation of HACCP implementation. Learners will also gain knowledge on how to form the HACCP team, describe products and their intended use, and how to construct a flow diagram and perform an on-site conformation.

The Seven Principles of HACCP (Part 1)

The Seven Principles of HACCP (Part 2)

The Seven Principles of HACCP (Part 3)

This module provides the learner with extensive details about the seven principles of HACCP that have to be applied, along with practical activities on how to implement these principles in the catering industry and how to establish a HACCP worksheet.

HACCP Food Safety System for Restaurants and Other Catering Services - Assessment

In this free online course, learn how to implement the HACCP Food Safety System in your catering establishment.

HACCP Food Safety System for Restaurants and Other Catering Services

This free online course on ‘HACCP Food Safety System for Restaurants and other Catering Services’ will teach you a step-by-step approach to implementing the HACCP system, its preliminary steps and principles in your catering business of any size. You will learn how to establish this system along with its procedures and documents to ensure the safety of food items and dishes being prepared and served in your catering establishment.

Introduction to ISO 45001:2018 OH&SMS

Publication of ISO 45001:2018

Important Terminology in ISO 45001:2018

Learn more about the ISO 45001:2018 OH&SMS standard, its publication, and important terminology used in ISO 45001:2018.

Leadership and Organizational Context

Managing Risk: Opportunities and Support Functions

Operational Controls and Emergency Responses

Learn more about leadership and organizational context related to ISO 45001:2018; how to manage risk, its opportunities and support functions; and effective operational controls and emergency responses.

Monitoring, Measurement and Analysis

Internal Audits and Management Reviews

Continuous Improvement

Learn more about monitoring, measurement and analysis related to ISO 45001:2018;  as well as how to carry out successful internal audits and management reviews; and implement Continuous Improvement.

ISO 45001:2018 Course Assessment

Start this free online course about ISO 45001:2018 - Principles of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.

ISO 45001:2018 - Principles of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems

This free online ISO 45001 course will familiarise you with the Principles of Occupational Health and Safety prescribed by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). New standard ISO 45001 was published in March of 2018, this course will teach you why the ISO has chosen to develop the standard, how the standard works, the potential benefits the standard can deliver to businesses, about the PDCA approach, and more.

History of ISO 9001 Revisions

Process Approach And PDCA Cycle

Context Of Organization And Risk Based Thinking

Reading ISO 9001:2015 is often difficult to understand without having the basic knowledge of concepts discussed in the standard. Some of the basic concepts are Process Approach, PDCA Cycle and Risk based thinking. This module helps you to grasp those concepts which act as a foundation for Quality Management System.

Clauses on Planning of the Quality Management System

Clauses on the Operation of the Quality Management System

Clauses on the Check & Act of the Quality Management System

This module explains the existing auditable clauses of the standard along with all their requirements and guidelines. The clauses are explained in simple terms and with simple meaningful sentences. Auditable clauses are from Clause 4 to Clause 10, and it includes Context of Organization, Leadership, Planning, Support, Operation, Evaluation and Improvement.

Organization Knowledge

Internal Auditing

Management Review

Quality Management System is based on some essential elements. Some of these elements were present in ISO 9001:2008, but ISO 9001:2015 has added one more essential element (management of organizational knowledge), while the other two elements (internal audits and management reviews) are already part of the previous version. However, there are some changes in the latest version to these two elements as well.

ISO 9001:2015 - Quality Management System (QMS) - Course Assessment

In this free online ISO 9001 course learn how ISO 9001:2015 offers a framework for organizations to maintain QMS.

ISO 9001:2015 - Quality Management System (QMS)

This free online Quality Management Systems(QMS) course shows organizations how to maintain QMS according to the ISO 9001 standard. The standard was revised in September 2015 to incorporate some vital changes. This course explains all the clauses and changes to the standard and outlines the basic concepts of the standard to new learners. By taking this course, you will gain expertise, which will make you a valuable asset to companies worldwide.

Introduction to HIPAA

HIPAA Security Rules

Penalties for Non-Compliance

This module on Fundamentals of HIPAA provides comprehensive training on the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. Participants will learn about HIPAA's Privacy and Security Rules, including key safeguards to protect patient information and ensure compliance. It also offers practical guidance on preventing data breaches.

Fundamentals of HIPAA Law and Its Privacy Rules - Course Assessment

Harness the significance of modern healthcare administrators and privacy officers with this free online course.

Fundamentals of HIPAA Law and Its Privacy Rules

Discover the essentials of HIPAA with our comprehensive free online course. This course will cover the fundamental principles of HIPAA, including patient privacy, security requirements, and compliance strategies, which are perfect for healthcare admins. Gain critical knowledge by enrolling today and empower yourself with the expertise to navigate the complex landscape of HIPAA regulations and ensure the organization adheres to legal standards.

Quality Management System of Medical Devices' Suppliers and Manufacturers

ISO 13485:2016 Important Terminologies

Publication of ISO 13485:2016 and Context of Publication

This module explains the existing relevant standards and regulation for medical devices' industry and enlightens the revision of ISO 13485. It also presents some important terminologies with related definitions as defined by ISO 13485; which are arranged in separate groups. It also covers the comparison of ISO 13485 to FDA 21 CFR Part 820. All mandatory documents required by different clauses of the ISO 13485:2016 standard are also enumerated in this module along with its given clause reference.

Quality Management System Requirements

Management Responsibility and Resource Management

Product Realization – Planning to Design and Development

Product Realization – Purchasing and Production

In this module you will learn the operations of the QMS for a medical devices company. It covers top management requirements and offers ideas to manage resource requirements in the organization. It enlightens the concept of medical devices' product realization. It covers all elements of product realization such as quality planning, customer related processes, design and development, purchasing and production etc.

Monitoring and Measurement

Control of Non-Conforming Product

Analysis and Improvement

In this module, Clause - 8 of the ISO 13485:2016 standard is taught. Clause - 8 specifies the general requirements, management of monitoring and measurement issues, nonconforming product management, data analysis etc. Within this clause - 8, Clause - 8.5 is on improvement which paves out ways for the organization to improve its system, products, and processes through the framework of corrective and preventive actions.

ISO 13485:2016 - Quality Management Systems for Medical Devices - Assessment

In this free online course learn about the requirements of Quality Management Systems for Medical Device organizations and its regulatory aspects.

ISO 13485:2016 - Quality Management Systems for Medical Devices

This free online ISO 13485 certification training course will teach you about quality management systems for medical devices. You will study the ISO 13485:2016 standard, learn how it was developed, and look into the practical steps to company certification on ISO 13485. You will cover the types of available personal certifications and look closely at standard terminologies related to stakeholders, product, QMS, Risk and Sterilization, and more!

Introduction to International Standards for Auditing

How to Conduct Auditing

Competence and Elements of ISO 9001:2015

In this module, you will be introduced to the roles, required skills and the qualification of the lead auditor with their importance in the different sectors. We cover the challenges and the principles of auditing before delving into managing an audit program and assessing the competence and evaluation of auditors.

ISO 19011 Lead Auditor - Course Assessment

Learn how to set up an effective organisational auditing management system in this free online quality assurance course.

ISO 19011 Lead Auditor

ISO 19011:2018 is an international standard that guides the establishment of auditing management systems for organisations. This course provides an in-depth understanding of the role of a lead auditor and explains how they implement auditing principles to create robust auditing systems. We show you how to manage an audit programme to ensure organisational compliance and boost efficiency by determining the competence and credibility of auditors.

Introduction to OSHA 10 Certificate Program

Workplace Safety and Employee Rights

OSHA Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Emergency Action Plan & Electrical Safety

The Fundamentals of the OSHA 10 module summarize OSHA's basic safety regulations, focusing on identifying and preventing workplace hazards. Participants will learn about OSHA's role, key safety standards, and the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees, equipping them to contribute to a safer work environment.

Fundamentals of OSHA 10 Program for Industries - Course Assessment

This free online course teaches you the basics of Workplace Safety and the OSHA for ensuring compliance.

Fundamentals of OSHA 10 Hours Program for Industries

The OSHA 10-Hour Program is a fundamental safety training course designed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to promote workplace safety and health. It is intended for entry-level workers in construction, general industry, and maritime sectors. The course covers essential topics such as hazard identification, prevention, and control, focusing on recognizing and mitigating common workplace hazards.