Description:
Learn to manage projects as a leader, applying project management practices within strategic plans, while recognizing and upholding the ethical, legal and organizational responsibilities project managers have to the people in the workplace.
This program will focus on techniques for working effectively as a project manager while recognizing how to balance human resources as a professional in the organization. You will learn to apply strategies to align projects to support and sustain organizational success, and to meet project requirements while adapting methodologies to changing project and organizational requirements.
Proficiency in basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software are essential in your success in this program. If you do not have these skills, it is strongly recommended that you complete Computers - Intro (prior to beginning the program).
Students are expected to have the required software to enroll in certain courses, complete assignments, tasks and requirements throughout the program.
Successful completion of a certificate, diploma or degree in Project Management (or equivalent) from a recognized post-secondary institution.
Students are expected to have the required software to complete assignments; MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Project, etc.
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Elective Category 2:
Gain the skills needed to be a successful Business Analyst in today's workplace. Improve your abilities in oral and written communication, research techniques, business process improvement, problem-solving, supervision and team-building, and understanding of organizational structures.
Gain the skills to develop and document effective business requirements in the workplace. Enhance your ability to interview clients, improve business processes, problem-solve, work as part of a team, and lead effective meetings.
Take an in-depth look at Microsoft Project 2016 for entering, updating, and reporting on project activities, time and people. This course will provide you with a detailed look at tracking, baseline and variance, what-if scenarios, Gantt chart formatting, task linking and organizing, time-tracking, variance, customization, and tracking of project financials. You will explore new concepts such as peak units and task inactivation.
Prepare to write the Project Management Professional (PMP®) or the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) certification examinations. This course will guide you through the knowledge areas, processes, practices, tools and techniques required to successfully pass the examination. You will take practice exams to learn the exam writing techniques. You will work in mentored study teams.
Study the theory behind, and practical application of, essential change management tools and techniques. Learn to employ strategies to assist you in recognizing, diagnosing, planning, implementing and sustaining organizational change.
Examine current change management issues facing organizations, executives, project teams and work groups, along with strategies to solve them.
Learn how to utilize Agile knowledge, skills, tools and techniques as a Project Manager for software development projects. You will become familiar with the different Agile methodologies, tools and techniques, and create Agile release, iteration, and/or daily plans. You will learn how to manage customer expectations, collaborate, and consistently ensure products are providing business value. Learn how to monitor team performance, problem detection and resolution, conduct lessons learned, and perform continuous improvements for subsequent iterations.
Develop a deeper theoretical understanding, working level competencies and knowledge in program and portfolio management. The course will balance theoretical and practical concepts practices through lectures, demonstrations, class discussions, exercises and assignments.
In this course, you will learn the corporate, financial, legal, social, professional, environmental, customer, operational and project responsibility and accountability of a project manager. Apply competencies and resources to build confidence, trust and loyalty in an organization and enhance a positive, ethical and professional corporate culture. As a leader, learn to align goals and objectives to support the success of the organization. You will learn strategies that create and maintain a positive and sustainable project climate.
You will be able to describe the generally recognized project management methodologies, such as Prince II and Lean (Agile). In this course, you will learn how to apply descriptive and prescriptive methodologies to meet project requirements. Strategies for adapting methodologies to a changing environment will be explored.
In the workplace, project managers and leaders have an ethical and legal responsibility to the people they manage. In this course, you will learn the skills necessary for working within a diverse workplace and providing leadership to create an environment of trust and confidence. You will learn strategies to work with human resource professionals within an organizational culture, values and practices.
Apply your skills as a manager of Project Management Portfolios, program and projects in the workplace. Use your leadership skills to apply PM practices within the framework of organizational skills and strategic plans to align projects that support and sustain organizational success while adapting methodologies to changing project and organizational requirements. Students are required to attend the college to present their final project.
Students enrolling in Part-Time and Online Education courses may be required to purchase textbooks and materials at participating Campus Store locations or online at bookstore.rrc.ca. Student booklists will be available approximately 3 weeks prior to scheduled course start dates. Please ensure materials are purchased in advance, to be available for the start date.
Note: Courses requiring a textbook will show "TR" in the Delivery field.
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| Dec 01, 24 - Feb 28, 25 | K. McDow | 259584 | $605 | ||
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| Dec 01, 24 - Feb 28, 25 | P. Ngcobo | 259599 | $605 | ||
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| Dec 01, 24 - Feb 28, 25 | S. Hinkson | 259535 | $685 | ||
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| Mar 01, 25 - May 31, 25 | S. Hinkson | 264499 | $685 | ||
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| Dates | Delivery | Instructor | Section | Cost | Actions |
| Jan 06, 25 - Apr 06, 25 | K. McDow | 264544 | $605 | ||
| Feb 01, 25 - Apr 30, 25 | K. McDow | 264545 | $605 | ||
| Mar 01, 25 - May 31, 25 | K. McDow | 264546 | $605 | ||
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| Dates | Delivery | Instructor | Section | Cost | Actions |
| Jan 06, 25 - Apr 06, 25 | S. Banga | 264542 | $605 | ||
| Mar 01, 25 - May 31, 25 | S. Banga | 264543 | $605 | ||
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| Dates | Delivery | Instructor | Section | Cost | Actions |
| Jan 06, 25 - Apr 06, 25 | S. Hinkson | 264561 | $685 | ||
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| Jan 06, 25 - Apr 06, 25 | S. Hinkson | 264567 | $685 | ||
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| Dates | Delivery | Instructor | Section | Cost | Actions |
| Feb 01, 25 - Apr 30, 25 | TBA | 264565 | $685 | ||
Online learning is a critical component of course delivery in all Red River College programs. To ensure each student has the tools they need to achieve their academic goals, all Red River College students require, at minimum:
1. Off-campus access to a current computer with a webcam
2. A high speed internet connection
• Recommended minimum speed: 10 mbps for download, 3 mbps for upload
• Slower internet connection speeds may result in audio and video issues. Please keep in mind that if others in your home are using the same internet connection at the same time as you are, you may also experience audio and video issues.
• Please refer to https://www.rrc.ca/studentcomputing for further information on Computer Requirements for Students.
Please note that any anticipated costs are not included in Books and Supplies estimates.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process which documents and compares an individual's prior learning gained from prior education, work and life experiences and personal study to the learning outcomes in College courses/programs. For more information, please visit www.rrc.ca/rpl.