CAPM(r): 7th Edition
- 26 Courses | 25h 59m 26s
- 6 Books | 42h 9m
- Includes Test Prep
Discover the skills needed to effectively work on or with project teams as you prepare for the CAPM(r) certification. This specialized credential is offered through the Project Management Institute (PMI). It will help improve a candidate's credibility and provide more professionals opportunities. The CAPM is an entry-level certification for project practitioners.
COURSES INCLUDED
CAPM(r): Project Management Key Concepts
Effective project management results in positive outcomes and delivers value to your organization. In this course, you'll learn about fundamental project terms and concepts. You'll also learn about projects, programs, and portfolios and their key characteristics. Finally, you'll learn about adaptive and predictive project management. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide - Seventh Edition.
12 videos |
1h 10m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Project Functions
Projects help you achieve goals that bring new and improved capabilities to your organization. In this course, you'll explore the core project functions such as structure, oversight, facilitation, and work. Next, you'll learn about project resources, direction, and governance. Finally, you'll learn about the project management code of ethics. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
12 videos |
1h 4m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Project Roles & Responsibilities
As a project manager, having an understanding of what is expected of you and what you should expect of others is critical for effective project management. In this course, explore the key characteristics of core project roles, including the project manager, coordinator, sponsor, team member, subject matter expert (SME), and stakeholder roles. Next, investigate the differences between project leadership and management. Finally, learn about the importance of emotional intelligence in project management. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
11 videos |
56m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Project Principles
The art of project management requires flexibility, but you still must have some guidance in your work. In this course, you will explore different project principles, beginning with stewardship and how to conduct project activities with trustworthiness and integrity. Then, you will focus on collaboration, value, and effective stakeholder engagement. Next, you will examine the systems thinking principle, identify key characteristics of the leadership principle, and the significance of tailoring your project approach, governance, and processes. Finally, you will examine the quality principle, learn how to evaluate project complexity and exposure to risk, and investigate the importance of adaptability and resiliency in project management. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
14 videos |
1h 19m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Project Lifecycles
Effective project management requires adequately organizing the work. Understanding the phases of a typical project management lifecycle can help you maximize this organization. In this course, you will explore predictive project management phases which include Initiating, Planning Executing, Monitoring, and Closing. You will also learn about the typical phases in an adaptive project approach. These include Envision, Speculate, Explore, Adapt, and Close. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
13 videos |
1h 3m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Project Performance Domains
Managing projects isn't limited to organizing the completion of tasks. Effective project management requires diligent thought about how to best organize the work, prepare the people, and validate performance throughout the project. In this course, you will explore key characteristics of the Project Performance Domains and learn how to develop productive working relationships with stakeholders, develop shared ownership among team members, and establish a development approach that optimizes outcomes. Next, you will focus on the planning, project work, and delivery performance domains to find out how to proactively develop an approach for deliverable creation, determine the most appropriate and efficient processes for a project, and to help projects realize their intended outcomes. Finally, you will discover how to establish effective measurement using the measurement performance domain, and how to address opportunities, threats, and risks with the uncertainty performance domain. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
10 videos |
55m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Stakeholder Performance Domain
One of the most rewarding aspects of project management is working with others to accomplish a shared goal. In this course, you will discover key project management stakeholder-related work, including engagement and stakeholder identification. Next, you will focus on analyzing and prioritizing stakeholders and stakeholder needs. Then you will explore stakeholder prioritization. Finally, you'll learn about monitoring stakeholder engagement and interactions throughout a project. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
12 videos |
1h 2m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Team Performance Domain
Project management requires you to work with your team while balancing being an effective leader. In this course, you will explore common types of team management and leadership styles, including servant leadership. Next, you will learn about team development, team culture, characteristics of high-performing teams, and effective leadership best practices. Then you will focus on emotional intelligence and investigate effective conflict management approaches. Finally, you will find out how to tailor leadership styles to your project, environment, and stakeholders. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
13 videos |
1h 10m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Development Approach & Life Cycle Domain
As a project manager, determining an appropriate approach is critical to a successful project. In this course, you will discover key concepts of the project development approach. Next, you will distinguish between development approach and life cycle domain key terms and identify delivery cadence options. Then you will explore the predictive, adaptive, hybrid, and results-based approaches. Finally, you will examine the project variable and organizational considerations when selecting an approach, identify best practices in aligning project cadence, approach, and life cycles, and investigate the interactions of the development approach and life cycle performance domain. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
15 videos |
1h 22m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Planning Performance Domain
As a project manager, planning for your project is equally, if not more important than the actual project work. In this course, you will learn about key variables that can influence project planning. Next, you'll discover best practices for planning project estimates, schedules, budgets, and resources. Finally, you will explore communications, metrics, change, and alignment planning considerations. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
12 videos |
1h 9m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Work Performance Domain
Once project planning is complete, your job as a project manager is to ensure the project work is carried out according to plan. In this course, you will learn about best practices for optimizing project processes and balancing competing project constraints. You will also discover how to maintain team focus, communications, and engagement. Finally, you will explore best practices for monitoring and improving project work. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
14 videos |
1h 13m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Delivery Performance Domain
The goal of a project and therefore the goal of a project manager is to deliver what is expected. In this course, you will discover key project delivery performance concepts, including desired outcomes and best practices for value delivery. Then you will focus on key characteristics of effective project requirements and best practices for eliciting and managing those requirements. Next, you will learn how to define project scope and how to manage scope creep. Finally, you will explore the four categories of quality cost, the cost of change, and best practices for checking project delivery performance. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
13 videos |
1h 5m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Measurement Performance Domain
As a project manager, you have to ensure that the project is progressing on track. In this course, you will discover the importance of measuring project performance. You will also explore the types of key performance indicators (KPIs) you can use to measure project performance. Finally, you will learn about best practices for tracking, measuring, and communicating performance metrics. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
10 videos |
51m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Performance Measurement Metrics
As a project manager, you'll need to determine what measurements are most appropriate to track for your project. In this course, you will discover metrics you can use to measure project deliverables and delivery performance. You will also explore the different types of metrics you can use to measure project baselines and resources. Finally, you will learn about common metrics to measure stakeholder satisfaction and forecasting. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. The materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
9 videos |
43m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Uncertainty Performance Domain
There's a saying that the only certain thing you can plan for with projects is that they will not go as planned. Begin this course by discovering key outcomes of effective uncertainty performance management and the key factors that contribute to project uncertainty. Then you will examine best practices for responding to project uncertainty and for managing project ambiguity, complexity, and volatility. Next, you will explore effective project risk and opportunity strategies and best practices for reviewing risk. Finally, you will investigate how the uncertainty performance domain interacts with other domains. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
14 videos |
1h 16m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Project Tailoring
The most effective project managers are adept at pivoting project planning and work as required. In this course you will explore the purpose and benefits of project tailoring. You will discover the tailoring process and you will learn about best practices for tailoring all aspects of a project, including stakeholder engagement, tools, methods, and artifacts. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
9 videos |
47m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Common Project Management Models
Project managers must be familiar with options for going about their work so they can adjust accordingly. In this course, you will discover common situational leadership models to help optimize work processes and effort. Then you will explore models that focus on communication, including cross-cultural communication and communication channels. Next, you will examine motivation models like Theory X, Theory Y, and Theory Z, and change models that help manage change within organizations. Finally, you will investigate common complexity models to facilitate decision-making in complex environments and project team development models to help teams evolve into high-performing project teams. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
9 videos |
54m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Common Project Management Methods
There's typically more than one way to complete project tasks. Project managers need to be familiar with a variety of methods they can use to carry out project work. In this course, examine common data gathering and analysis methods and project estimating. Next, learn about approaches for meetings and events and best practices for determining meeting effectiveness. Finally, discover methods for impact mapping, modeling, prioritization, and timeboxing and key characteristics of Net Promoter Score (NPS). This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
12 videos |
1h 8m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Common Project Management Artifacts
The tools that you and your project team use can vary depending on your project, but you should be familiar with what your options are. In this course, you will explore common strategy artifacts, such as a business case or a project brief. Then you will find out how logs and registers can help you record changes within a project and you will distinguish between different hierarchy charts that decompose high-level information into useful details. Next, you will focus on different baselines, including budget and schedule, and how information can be presented in different visual formats and reports. Finally, you will learn how to identify common agreements and contracts in project management and how to use other key project artifacts like activity lists or team charters to help you. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
11 videos |
1h 1m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Project Planning Artifacts - Part 1
As a project manager, your project management plan should capture all the core aspects of project management work. This includes how the project will be executed, monitored, controlled, and closed. In this course, learn about key elements to include in change control, communications management, and cost management project plans. Next, examine the key characteristics and purpose of iteration, procurement management, and project management plans. Finally, explore key aspects of quality management and release plans. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
10 videos |
50m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Project Planning Artifacts - Part 2
Project plan elements not only help project managers capture how work will be carried out, but also enable you to measure how things are going as the project progresses. In this course you'll learn about important elements to include in the requirements management plan, the resource management plan, and the risk management plan. You'll also learn about characteristics of scope, schedule, and stakeholder management plans. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM(r)) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide - Seventh Edition.
9 videos |
45m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Agile Adaptive Project Management
When your project has many unknowns and room for change, the Agile Framework can be a project manager's best friend. In this course you'll explore key concepts of Agile project management. You'll also discover Agile values and principles, and how Agile compares to predictive project management. Finally, you'll learn about project iteration planning, task prioritization, and success criteria in Agile projects. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
12 videos |
1h 18m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Other Adaptive Methodologies
In addition to Agile, there are many effective adaptive methodologies you can use as a project manager. In this course, you'll explore key concepts in several popular adaptive methodologies like Scrum and Extreme Programming (XP). You'll also learn about the Scaled Adaptive Framework (SAFe(r)) and Kanban core concepts. Finally, you'll learn about the Dynamic Systems Development Method (DSDM) and Lean principles. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide - Seventh Edition.
8 videos |
42m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Business Analysis Framework
Business analysis is so aligned with project management that the two roles are commonly confused for each other. But business analysis offers unique value to project work. In this course, you will explore the purpose and benefits of business analysis. Then you will examine the business analyst role and identify their key responsibilities. Next, you will discover fundamental business analysis activities such as needs assessment, elicitation, traceability and monitoring, and solution evaluation. Finally, you will focus on best practices for using product roadmaps and validating requirements. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
12 videos |
1h 1m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Key Project Management Calculations
Project managers wear many hats, not the least of which is sometimes that of a mathematician. In this course, you will explore key project management calculations like communication formulas to determine the effectiveness and richness of communication channels or to identify the demand for communication. Then you will examine estimation formulas like the program evaluation and review technique (PERT), earned monetary value (EMV), and float/slack. Next, you will focus on critical path analysis to determine the longest stretch of tasks that must be completed to execute a given project. Finally, you will look at earned value and cost management formulas. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
7 videos |
36m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
CAPM(r): Applying Essential Formulas
Project management is a multifaceted discipline, and one of the key facets that project managers need to master is applying project management formulas. In this course, you will discover how to calculate earned value and activity durations for projects. Then you will learn how to calculate the expected monetary value of a project. Finally, you will explore critical path, communication channels, and present value calculations. This course can be used in preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)(r) exam. Materials from this course are aligned with the PMBOK(r) Guide Seventh Edition.
8 videos |
28m
Assessment
Badge
PMI PDU
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Digital badges are yours to keep, forever.BOOKS INCLUDED
Book
The Standard for Project Management and A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide), Seventh EditionThis edition is designed to address practitioners' current and future needs and to help them be more proactive, innovative and nimble in enabling desired project outcomes.
4h 15m
By Project Management Institute
Book
CAPM Certified Associate in Project Management All-in-One Exam GuideCAPM Certified Associate in Project Management All-in-One Exam Guide offers complete coverage of every objective on the current version of the test.
8h 52m
By James Lee Haner
Book
Agile Practice GuideDeveloped as a resource to understand, evaluate, and use agile and hybrid agile approaches, this book provides guidance on when, where, and how to apply agile approaches and offers practical tools for practitioners and organizations wanting to increase agility.
1h 50m
By Project Management Institute
Book
Effective Project Management: Traditional, Agile, Extreme, Hybrid, Eighth EditionThe popular guide to the project management body of knowledge, now fully updated
11h 40m
By Robert K. Wysocki
Book
The PMI Guide to Business AnalysisThe preeminent standard for business analysis, this book exemplifies PMI's continuing commitment to support organizations and portfolio, program, and project professionals by delivering a defined body of knowledge and standard in business analysis.
7h 54m
By Project Management Institute
Book
The Project Management Answer Book, 2nd EditionIncluding practical tips on obtaining the PMP and related certifications, this concise, easy-to-use Q&A reference provides you with the tools you need to improve project performance and achieve high-quality, low-risk results immediately.
7h 38m
By Jeff Furman
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SKILL BENCHMARKS INCLUDED
CAPM(r): Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts Competency (Intermediate Level)
The Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts Competency (Intermediate Level) benchmark measures your understanding of various project life cycles and processes, project management planning, project roles and responsibilities, following and executing planned strategies and frameworks, and common problem-solving tools and techniques. A learner who scores high on this benchmark demonstrates that they have a solid understanding of the necessary project management fundamentals and core concepts for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM(r)) exam.
28m
| 28 questions
CAPM(r): Predictive, Plan-Based Methodologies Competency (Intermediate Level)
The Predictive, Plan-Based Methodologies Competency (Intermediate Level) benchmark measures your understanding of when it is appropriate to use a predictive, plan-based approach, a project management plan schedule, and how to document project controls of predictive, plan-based projects. A learner who scores high on this benchmark demonstrates that they have a solid understanding of the necessary predictive, plan-based methodologies for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM(r)) exam.
21m
| 21 questions
CAPM(r): Business Analysis Frameworks Competency (Intermediate Level)
The Business Analysis Frameworks Competency (Intermediate Level) benchmark measures your understanding of business analysis (BA) roles and responsibilities, how to conduct stakeholder communication, how to gather requirements, product roadmaps, how project methodologies influence business analysis processes, and how to validate requirements through product delivery. A learner who scores high on this benchmark demonstrates that they have a solid understanding of the necessary components of business analysis frameworks for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM(r)) exam.
18m
| 18 questions
CAPM(r): Agile Frameworks and Methodologies Competency (Intermediate Level)
The Agile Frameworks and Methodologies Competency (Intermediate Level) benchmark measures your understanding of when it is appropriate to use an adaptive approach, how to plan project iterations, how to document project controls for an adaptive project, the components of an adaptive plan, and how to prepare and execute task management steps. A learner who scores high on this benchmark demonstrates that they have a solid understanding of the necessary Agile frameworks and methodologies for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM(r)) exam.
17m
| 17 questions
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