PROJECT MANAGEMENT ESSENTIALS

OTM 452

During their careers, managers spend a significant amount of time either participating in or leading projects. While every project is unique, some concepts and tools in project management apply to a wide range of projects. The aim of this course is to equip students with these concepts and tools, and to develop them into successful project managers (and team members). With that aim in mind, the course will emphasize quantitative aspects of project management while also discussing more qualitative aspects. Key topics include Project Initiation, Scheduling, Resource Management, Monitoring, Valuation, Rework, Agile Project Management, Project Management Analytics and Contracting.

CRB 843

With a focus on the biotechnology and medical device industries, provides an opportunity to share experiences and information and to practice leadership and project management knowledge and skills. Focuses upon understanding and developing a Project Management Plan. Addresses the issues and various situations faced by Project Managers and their effective response.

OTM 752

During their careers, managers spend a significant amount of time either participating in or leading projects. While every project is unique, some concepts and tools in project management apply to a wide range of projects. Equips students with these concepts and tools, and to develop them into successful project managers (and team members). Focuses on broadly applicable concepts and methods and will cover both qualitative and quantitative aspects of project management. Key topics include Project Initiation, Scheduling, Resource Management, Monitoring, Valuation, Risk Management, Agile Project Management, Project Portfolio Management and Contracting.

EPD 612

Learn key principles and tools of project management applicable to a broad range of engineering projects. Covers techniques for project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and project tracking, as well as the interface between projects and the organizations within which they are executed.

EPD 605

Learn techniques to plan, execute, and deliver projects with desired scope on time and on budget. Document clear project objectives and goals, accurately estimate project time and costs, schedule and allocate time-critical resources, and establish feedback systems for optimal project control. Best paired with a work experience, such as an internship or co-op, where you can apply these project management skills.