Pearson
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam Specialization
Pearson

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam Specialization

Project Management Fundamentals CAPM Certification. Learn CAPM fundamentals, predictive/agile methodologies, and business analysis frameworks.

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.6

(15 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Master the art of eliciting, analyzing, and managing requirements to ensure project success.

  • Gain expertise in tailoring business analysis approaches to both predictive and adaptive methodologies.

  • Develop a strategic understanding of the business analysis lifecycle and roadmap planning.

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Specialization - 8 course series

What you'll learn

  • Master the fundamentals of project management across various methodologies, including predictive, hybrid, and adaptive approaches.

  • Understand and apply essential business analysis principles to enhance project success.

  • Gain comprehensive knowledge of the CAPM Exam structure and requirements, including the online proctored exam process.

  • Access a wealth of resources and expert guidance to confidently prepare for and succeed in the CAPM Exam.

Skills you'll gain

Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Scoping, Agile Methodology, Project Management, Business Analysis, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Risk Management, and Change Management

What you'll learn

  • Understand the roles of projects, programs, and portfolios, and their strategic importance.

  • Master the "talent triangle" to develop technical skills, power skills, and business acumen.

  • Learn to navigate different project structures and adapt portfolios to agile approaches.

  • Develop leadership and emotional intelligence skills for effective team and stakeholder management.

Skills you'll gain

Project Management, Business Acumen, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Project Management Office (PMO), Technical Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Management, Portfolio Management, Decision Making, Project Controls, Team Performance Management, Program Management, Agile Methodology, Emotional Intelligence, and Conflict Management

What you'll learn

  • Master the application of predictive, adaptive, and hybrid project management approaches.

  • Develop high-performing teams through effective communication and ethical leadership.

  • Tailor project management processes to suit specific project requirements.

  • Implement quality management techniques to enhance project outcomes.

Skills you'll gain

Project Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Project Management, Quality Control, Meeting Facilitation, Stakeholder Management, Quality Management, Sprint Planning, Stakeholder Communications, Team Management, Process Improvement, and Agile Methodology

What you'll learn

  • Develop comprehensive project scopes and manage scope changes effectively.

  • Master cost estimation techniques and budget management for accurate financial planning.

  • Construct and manage project schedules using critical path analysis.

  • Adapt planning techniques for hybrid and adaptive project environments.

Skills you'll gain

Cost Estimation, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Project Schedules, Variance Analysis, Project Planning, Scope Management, Scheduling, Earned Value Management, Cost Management, Project Controls, Change Control, Network Analysis, Dependency Analysis, Project Management, and Estimation

What you'll learn

  • Master risk identification and analysis techniques to manage project uncertainties.

  • Develop strategies for effective risk response and contingency planning.

  • Navigate procurement processes and select appropriate contract types.

  • Deliver stakeholder value through strategic project management and governance.

Skills you'll gain

Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Contract Management, Solution Delivery, Procurement, Change Control, Business Risk Management, Vendor Management, Project Risk Management, and Project Management

What you'll learn

  • Embrace the Agile mindset and implement servant leadership to enhance team performance.

  • Master the Scrum framework and effectively manage sprints, backlogs, and retrospectives.

  • Apply relative estimating techniques for accurate cost and schedule management in adaptive projects.

  • Tailor Agile frameworks to suit diverse project environments, including Kanban, Scrumban, and Extreme Programming.

Skills you'll gain

Agile Project Management, Kanban Principles, Backlogs, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Leadership, Project Estimation, Sprint Retrospectives, User Story, and Sprint Planning

What you'll learn

  • Develop and manage precise requirements to prevent project failure.

  • Tailor business analysis approaches for both predictive and adaptive environments.

  • Utilize advanced tools and techniques for comprehensive requirements management.

  • Create adaptive roadmaps to strategically guide project timelines and content delivery.

Skills you'll gain

Business Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Business Requirements, Business Communication, Product Roadmaps, Needs Assessment, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Process, and Agile Methodology

What you'll learn

  • Navigate the CAPM certification process with ease and confidence.

  • Identify and apply personalized learning strategies for effective exam preparation.

  • Master test-taking techniques to enhance exam performance.

  • Access a wealth of resources tailored to support diverse learning styles.

Skills you'll gain

Quick Learning, Test Tools, Learning Styles, Learning Strategies, Registration, Personalized Service, Educational Materials, and Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology

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