Projects turn business ideas and initiatives into reality. The complexity of solutions is increasing as well due to rapidly developing technology and growing competition. All these circumstances increase project management's importance and popularity in today's business world.

Research shows that many projects fail to deliver the expected performance. Therefore, there is still considerable room for improvement in project management. Hence, project management is redefining itself, and agile approaches and project economy concepts are emerging.

This course explains project management's essential terms and concepts, such as portfolio, program, methodology, life cycle, organizational structure types, and their influence on project management. Project success and value creation processes in project management are analyzed from a business perspective. Considering project management a fundamental part of business life, creating a common project management understanding and language among the stakeholders of projects is the main focus area of this course.

This course focuses on building the foundation required when implementing a project management methodology. You will gain strategic and operational views on project success and value creation. You will start establishing solid and constructive relationships with your sponsors, customers, and other stakeholders. Your broadening perspective will improve your performance and encourage you to embark on a development journey to create additional value in your career.

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