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Fast Forward MBA Project Management 6E

Verzuh’s theories backed by real-world case studies, this course gives beginners all the project management techniques and tools to take back to the workplace.

26 Interactive Lessons and 127 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
324 Practice Test Questions and 1 Full Length Tests

Intermediate Self-paced · 1 year access

26Interactive Lessons

127Topics

324Practice Test Questions

13Videos

144Flashcards

144Glossary of terms

01 / Skills you'll get

What you will be able to do

This course is based on the best-selling Fast Forward MBA in Project Management book. It is an easy-to-read guide that demystifies project management for beginners and professionals at all levels. It’s a trusted resource packed with experts’ advice on every phase of project management, from initiations to closing, aligning with the latest PMI guidelines and PMP exam updates.

Learn how to use project leadership tools for managing projects
Build strong team cultures suited for discovery and collaboration
Enhance personal authority, influence, and political savvy in leading temporary teams
Choose the best development process (Agile or Waterfall) for delivering project value
Define project success through a project charter and responsibility matrix
Convert problems or opportunities into a clear, structured business case
Manage stakeholder roles and align expectations throughout the project lifecycle
Use a structured risk management framework to identify, evaluate, and mitigate project risks
Address common project issues like customer delays, volunteer management, and unexpected challenges
Break projects into manageable tasks using WBS
Create project schedules, assign resources, and manage workloads
Implement Scrum practices such as managing backlogs, task boards, and burndown charts
Master techniques for accurate estimating, budgeting, and cash flow scheduling
Gain insights from media and entertainment to manage creative and technology-driven projects
Strengthen team culture, manage conflict, and enhance team performance
Use change control processes and configuration management to maintain scope and expectations
Align projects with organizational strategy and implement EPM to manage portfolios and programs
Gain the knowledge and tools necessary to pass the PMP exam

Why Enroll in This Course?: This online course is authored by Eric Verzuh, a globally recognized project management expert, whose book has sold over 262,500 copies worldwide. He and his team have spent 20+ years building project management pipelines of multinational companies such as Adobe Systems, Inc., The Boeing Company, GE Capital, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and Nordstrom.

Course Highlights

26 Structured Lessons Comprehensive coverage of core course objectives
324 Practice Questions Assessment tests with detailed answer rationales
1 Year Full Access Self-paced learning accessible anytime on all devices

02 / Lessons & labs

See exactly what you will learn and practice

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Lessons

26 Interactive Lessons · 127 topics

01 Preface 1 topics

PMP Exam Prep Introduction

02 Project Management: A Platform for Innovation 3 topics

Introduction
A Timeless Leadership Toolset
End Point

03 Project Leadership: People Before Process 3 topics

Introduction
Project Leaders Need Political Savvy
End Point

04 Foundation Principles of Project Management 6 topics

Introduction
How A Project Is Defined
Project Management Functions
Project Life Cycle
Organizing For Projects
End Point

05 Agile and Waterfall: Choose a Development Process 6 topics

Introduction
Common Agile Practices
Common Agile Benefits
Innovation Projects Experiment To Discover Desirability And Viability
Product Development Methods Influence Project Management
End Point

06 Project Initiation: Turn a Problem or Opportunity into a Business Case 6 topics

Introduction
A Mini‐Analysis Phase Or A Complete Project
The Role Of A Project Manager In Project Initiation
Business Risk And Project Risk
End Point
Fast Foundation In Project Management

07 Engage Your Stakeholders and Win Their Cooperation 4 topics

Introduction
Stakeholder Focus Throughout The Life Of The Project
End Point
Fast Foundation In Project Management

08 Write the Rules: Manage Expectations and Define Success 3 topics

Introduction
End Point
Fast Foundation In Project Management

09 Risk Management: Minimize the Threats to Your Project 8 topics

Introduction
Step One: Identify The Risks
Step Two: Analyze And Prioritize The Risks
Step Three: Develop Response Plans
Step Four: Establish Contingency And Reserve
Step Five: Continuous Risk Management
End Point
Fast Foundation In Project Management

10 A Work Breakdown Structure Makes a Project Manageable 3 topics

Introduction
When Very Small Tasks Make Sense
End Point

11 Realistic Scheduling 6 topics

Introduction
Planning Overview
Planning Step Four: Calculate An Initial Schedule
Planning Step Five: Assign And Level Resources
End Point
Fast Foundation In Project Management

12 Manage Agile Development with Scrum 6 topics

Introduction
Scrum At A Glance
Managing The Product Backlog
Key Factors For Scrum To Be Effective
Scrum And Project Management
End Point

13 The Art and Science of Accurate Estimating 5 topics

Introduction
Estimating Fundamentals
Estimating Techniques
End Point
Fast Foundation In Project Management

14 Balance the Trade‐Off Among Cost, Schedule, and Scope 6 topics

Introduction
Three Levels Of Balancing A Project
Balancing At The Project Level
Balancing At The Business Case Level
Balancing At The Enterprise Level
End Point

15 Managing Creative Projects: Insights from Media and Entertainment 6 topics

Introduction
Lessons From Film, Television, And Video Production
Lessons From Creating Video Games
Lessons From Music Production
Learning To Manage Media, Entertainment, Technology, And Art (M.E.T.A.) Projects
End Point

16 Build a High‐Performance Project Team 10 topics

Introduction
A Framework For Building High‐Performance Teams
Team Identity
Team Listening Skills
Meeting Management
Problem Analysis
Conflict Management
Continuous Learning
End Point
Fast Foundation In Project Management

17 Communicate with Project Stakeholders 8 topics

Introduction
Embrace Your Role As A Leader
Creating A Communication Plan
Communicating Within The Project Team
Virtual Teams Benefit From Formal Communication
Closeout Reporting
End Point
Fast Foundation In Project Management

18 Change Management: Engage Your Stakeholders to Maximize Value 3 topics

Introduction
Actions Required: Organizational Change Management
End Point

19 Control Scope to Deliver Value 3 topics

Introduction
End Point
Fast Foundation In Project Management

20 Measure Progress 2 topics

Introduction
End Point

21 Solve Common Project Problems 8 topics

Introduction
Responsibility Beyond Your Authority
Disaster Recovery
When The Customer Delays The Project
The Impossible Dream
Fighting Fires
Managing Volunteers
End Point

22 Enterprise Project Management: Align Projects with Strategy 7 topics

Introduction
Three Tiers Of Management Within Epm: Portfolio, Program, Project
The Four Components Of Epm: Process, People, Technology, Pmo
Establish Consistent Epm Processes
Technology Enables Epm Processes
Support Project Management: The Project Management Office
End Point

23 Requirements: Describe the Solution Target 5 topics

Introduction
Requirements Scope And Processes
Requirements Development Activities
The Audience For Requirements
End Point

24 Use the Quality Discipline to Hit the Target 6 topics

Introduction
Build The Quality Discipline Into A Project
Quality Assurance And Quality Control
The Quality Discipline Improves Processes
Quality Is An Organizational Commitment
End Point

25 Pass the PMP Exam 3 topics

Introduction
Requirements To Earn The Pmp
End Point

26 APPENDIX A: The Detailed Planning Model

03 / FAQs

Questions before you start

How do you enroll in the online MBA in project management course?

To enroll in this course, you need to create a uCertify account. Once your account is set up, browse the course catalog, select the Fast Forward MBA Project Management course, and follow the payment process.

Can I access the resource material after the course is completed?

Yes, you can access the resource material after completing the course for a year.

What is the role of an MBA project manager?

The role of a project manager is to plan, execute, and close projects. They manage teams, set goals, allocate resources, monitor progress, and ensure that the project is delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. To specialize and secure senior roles, you’ll resume will be strengthened with a master's degree or a certification equivalent of an MBA. In addition, an extensive experience in the domain will turn the odds in your favor.

What is the salary of a project management officer (PMO)?

The salary of a PMO can vary depending on location, experience, and the size of the company. In the United States, the average annual salary of a PMO is between $80,000 and $150,000, depending on the level of responsibility and region.

Is an MBA in project management worth it?

Yes, an MBA in project management is worth it for individuals looking to advance their careers in managing projects across various industries. The degree teaches you about project leadership and organizational, and strategic skills that are a valuable asset in today’s job market. .

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