CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005) Online Course
Master the Essentials of IT Project Management
This course provides a thorough foundation in IT project management, equipping you with the skills needed to manage projects effectively from initiation to closure. Covering everything from project life cycle phases to IT security, compliance, and modern methodologies, it prepares you to lead projects in dynamic, technology-driven environments—while aligning with CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005) certification requirements.
Course Highlights:
- Develop practical skills in managing project scope, timelines, budgets, and risks, while improving communication and stakeholder engagement.
- Learn to manage procurement and vendor evaluation with confidence, addressing real-world IT project challenges.
- Gain hands-on experience integrating Agile, DevOps, and PRINCE2 into IT project frameworks for enhanced execution and governance.
- Explore critical areas such as compliance, privacy, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices in the context of IT project success.
- Understand modern infrastructure concepts, cloud models, and software development life cycles (SDLC) for comprehensive project planning.
Key Benefits:
- End-to-End Project Management: Confidently manage all phases of IT projects.
- Modern Framework Integration: Apply leading methodologies like Agile, PRINCE2, and DevOps for adaptable and secure project delivery.
- Security-Focused Planning: Embed operational, data, and IT security measures into project workflows.
- Real-World Application: Build hands-on skills in stakeholder communication, risk mitigation, and procurement management.
- Certification-Ready: Focused preparation for the CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005) exam, opening doors to career advancement.
Ideal Candidates:
- This course is tailored for professionals looking to sharpen or formalize their project management skills in an IT context, including:
- IT Project Managers aiming to deepen their project leadership expertise.
- Technology professionals overseeing or contributing to IT projects.
- Individuals preparing for the CompTIA Project+ certification.
- Aspiring project leaders interested in compliance, IT security, and ESG integration within project workflows.
What You’ll Learn?
- Navigate each phase of the project life cycle, from initiation to closure.
- Implement robust IT security policies and manage associated risks.
- Utilize Agile, DevOps, and PRINCE2 to drive efficient and adaptive project execution.
- Oversee infrastructure, schedule, cost, and quality management in IT projects.
- Enhance collaboration through improved stakeholder engagement and communication strategies.
Skills You’ll Gain:
- Proficiency in applying key project management methodologies and frameworks.
- Advanced understanding of risk mitigation and IT security integration.
- Ability to manage budgets, resources, and project constraints effectively.
- Expertise in stakeholder communication, conflict resolution, and change control.
- Real-world capabilities in procurement, vendor evaluation, and contract management.
Knowledge Outcomes:
- A comprehensive grasp of ESG, compliance, and privacy considerations in IT project environments.
- Practical insights into embedding security and governance into every project phase.
- Understanding of cloud computing models, SDLCs, and modern infrastructure planning.
- Familiarity with critical project artifacts, documentation, and toolsets used across various methodologies.
Course Outline
CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005) Online Course
Domain 1. What Is a Project?
- Project characteristics, programs, and portfolios.
Domain 2. IT Project Management Concepts (FREE CHAPTER)
- Infrastructure concepts, cloud models, and software development.
Domain 3. Project Management Security Concepts
- IT security policies, ESG factors, compliance, and privacy.
Domain 4. IT Projects Frameworks and Methodologies
- Agile, PRINCE2, DevOps, Scrum, and more.
Domain 5. Project Factors
- Project constraints, resources, risks, and change control.
Domain 6. Manage Scope and Requirements
- Defining scope and creating work breakdown structures.
Domain 7. Manage Schedule
- Milestone planning, resource loading, and scheduling techniques.
Domain 8. Manage Budget
- Cost estimation, budgeting, and forecasting.
Domain 9. Manage Quality and Performance
- Performance metrics, testing types, and quality assurance.
Domain 10. Manage Resources
- Resource lifecycle, gap analysis, and team management.
Domain 11. Engage Stakeholders
- Stakeholder identification and engagement techniques.
Domain 12. Manage Communications and Meetings
- Effective communication platforms, meeting roles, and techniques.
Domain 13. Manage Procurements
- Vendor evaluation, procurement methods, and contract types.
Domain 14. Manage Risks and Issues
- Risk analysis, response planning, and issue tracking.
Domain 15. Control Changes
- Change control processes for IT infrastructure and software.
Domain 16. Project Life Cycle Artifacts and Activities
- Activities for discovery, initiating, planning, executing, and closing phases.
Domain 17. Project Tools
- Tools for scheduling, collaboration, documentation, and quality tracking.