Advanced Project Management - Portfolio Management Overview/Description Target Audience Expected Duration Lesson Objectives Course Number Overview/Description
In Advanced Project Management: Portfolio Management, you will learn the functions of portfolio management, the types of portfolios, and how to select and prioritize projects. You will also learn ways to maintain a balanced portfolio and track and allocate resources.
Target Audience
Project managers who are responsible for managing all aspects of a project from start to finish, for managing multiple projects, and for maximizing utilization of resources to achieve the project goals. It is recommended that individuals take the first four courses in the series or have equivalent knowledge.
Expected Duration (hours)
3.0
Lesson Objectives Advanced Project Management - Portfolio Management
Identify the definition of portfolio management
Select the points to consider when assessing a project's ''fit'' with strategic objectives
Match the three types of project portfolios to their descriptions
Identify three actions executives can take to help employees submit ideas for new projects
Identify the information to include in a project proposal template
Identify the information a product definition should include
Identify criteria typically used to select and prioritize R&D projects
Select the factors that can help executives prioritize R&D projects
Match the decision-making models with their descriptions
Identify two areas executives should consider when balancing an R&D portfolio
Select the three questions portfolio reviews try to answer
Sequence the steps executives can follow to terminate projects
Identify the purposes of decision gates
Identify the three factors executives should consider when priorities conflict
Identify information organizations need to track for portfolio management
Course Number: en_US_41516_ng