2.4. Project management knowledge areas

In this topic, students will learn about each of these knowledge areas and how they can be applied in real-world project scenarios. They will also develop the skills needed to effectively plan, execute and control projects by applying the principles and best practices covered in each knowledge area.
The ten knowledge areas of project management are integration, scope, schedule, cost, quality, resources, communications, risk management, procurement and Stakeholder management.
The learning objectives of this topic are to understand the following:
- How to apply the knowledge areas to plan and manage projects effectively.
- Processes for identifying project requirements and creating a work breakdown structure.
- Strategies for estimating project costs and developing a schedule.
- Methods for assessing and managing project risks.
- Approaches to managing project teams and communications.
- Best practices for evaluating project performance and making adjustments as needed.
- Tools and techniques for successful procurement planning and execution.