The schedule below outlines the topics we will be covering in this course, along with the associated time frames and assignments.

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Welcome to Project Management for Professionals

Readings:	Course Syllabus Building Blocks for Teams
Activities:	Complete Academic Integrity Submit Class Introduction Video

Part 1: Processes

Lesson 1: Contemporary Project Management

Readings:	Course Syllabus Textbook Chapter 1: Contemporary Project Management (pp. 1-48)
Activities:	Reflect on Lesson 1 Stimulating Questions Study Project Case Scenario Complete Project Management Software Exploration (Team) Engage in Peer Review Discussion Complete Knowledge Review Test #1 Submit Learning Journal #1

Lesson 2: Defining Project Scope

Readings:	Textbook Chapter 2: Defining Project Scope (pp. 55-93)
Activities:	Reflect on Lesson 2 Stimulating Questions Draft Project Charter by the end of the first week Draft Project Scope Statement by the end of the second week. Develop WBS (Team) by the end of the second week Engage in Peer Review Discussion Complete Knowledge Review Test #2 Submit Learning Journal #2

Lesson 3: Planning and Scheduling Projects

Readings:	Textbook Chapter 3: Planning and Scheduling Projects (pp. 99-138)
Activities:	Reflect on Lesson 3 Stimulating Questions Develop a Gantt Chart (Team) Develop a Network Diagram (Team) Engage in Peer Review Discussion Complete Knowledge Review Test #3 Submit Learning Journal #3

Lesson 4: Monitoring and Controlling Projects

Readings:	Textbook Chapter 4: Monitoring and Controlling Project (pp. 145-197)
Activities:	Reflect on Lesson 4 Stimulating Questions Study Case Scenario: Implement Change (Individual) Study Case Scenario: The Project Team (Team) Engage in Peer Review Discussion Complete Knowledge Review Test #4 Submit Learning Journal #4

Part 2: People

Lesson 5: Enhancing Project Communication

Readings:	Textbook Chapter 5: Enhancing Project Communication (pp. 203-248)
Activities:	Reflect on Lesson 5 Stimulating Questions Develop Stakeholder Communication Matrix Address Critical Project Information Communication Challenges (Team) Engage in Peer Review Discussion Complete Knowledge Review Test #5 Submit Learning Journal #5

Lesson 6: Developing Project Relationships

Readings:	Textbook Chapter 6: Developing Project Relationships (pp. 255-293)
Activities:	Reflect on Lesson 6 Stimulating Questions Assess Emotional Intelligence Discover Social Style Profile Apply Principled Negotiation (Team) Engage in Peer Review Discussion Complete Knowledge Review Test #6 Submit Learning Journal #6

Lesson 7: Building High-Performance Teams

Readings:	Textbook Chapter 7: Building High-Performance Teams (pp. 299-345)
Activities:	Reflect on Lesson 7 Stimulating Questions Address Five Dysfunctions of a Team Develop Positive Project Work Climate (Team) Engage in Peer Review Discussion Complete Knowledge Review Test #7 Submit Learning Journal #7

Lesson 8: Leading and Managing Projects

Readings:	Textbook Chapter 8: Leading and Managing Project (pp. 351-395)
Activities:	Reflect on Lesson 8 Stimulating Questions Engage in Leadership Competency Development Apply Leadership Cycle Approach (Team) Engage in Peer Review Discussion Complete Knowledge Review Test #8 Submit Learning Journal #8

Part 3: Resources

Lesson 9: Identifying and Mitigating Project Risks

Readings:	Textbook Chapter 9: Identifying and Mitigating Project Risks (pp. 401-440)
Activities:	Reflect on Lesson 9 Stimulating Questions Reflect on Individual Ethical Challenges Develop Risk Register and Analysis (Team) Engage in Peer Review Discussion Complete Knowledge Review Test #9 Submit Learning Journal #9

Lesson 10: Controlling Costs and Budgets

Readings:	Textbook Chapter 10: Controlling Costs and Budgets (pp. 447-491
Activities:	Reflect on Lesson 10 Stimulating Questions Reflect on Lemonade Stand Results Analyze Budgeting and Earned Value Management (Team) Engage in Peer Review Discussion Complete Knowledge Review Test #10 Submit Learning Journal #10

Lesson 11: Managing Time and Project Meetings

Readings:	Textbook Chapter 11: Managing Time and Project Meetings (pp. 497-549)
Activities:	Reflect on Lesson 11 Stimulating Questions Identify Weekly Time Management Challenge Complete Larry Late Simulations (Team) Engage in Peer Review Discussion Complete Knowledge Review Test #11 Submit Learning Journal #11

Lesson 12: Completing and Closing Projects

Readings:	Textbook Chapter 12: Completing and Closing Projects (pp. 55-613)
Activities:	Reflect on Lesson 12 Stimulating Questions Develop Project Closure Checklist Study Legal Scenario in Project Management (Team) Engage in Peer Review Discussion Complete Knowledge Review Test #12 Submit Learning Journal #12

Lesson 13: Summary

Readings:	None.
Activities:	Submit Reflection on Key Takeaways Participate in Lesson 13 Discussion: Goodby Post Complete Project Team Peer Evaluation