PBMPF - Estimation & Cost Benefit Analysis
Course Description
In project management accurate estimates are the basis of good planning. Many processes have been developed to aid an individual in making accurate estimates. A systematic approach can apply to any project from building a house to developing a new product.
Major topics to be presented include:
- Structured planning.
- Examining historical data.
- Identifying discrepancies.
- Breakdown of tasks.
- Estimating each task.
- Documenting the results.
This course is ideal for:
- Senior executives, portfolio managers, project and program managers, project analysts, consultants, trainers, human resource professionals, and others who want to enhance their project management skills.
Key benefits of participation:
- By the conclusion of this course, you should be able to develop detailed estimates as required by the project.
For more information about this course, email Answers or call 833-280-5634.
As an Authorized Training Partner for the Project Management Institute (PMI), this course is pre-approved for Professional Development Units, or PDU's, needed for PMI certifications. This includes PDU's needed to take PMI certifications and for PMI Professionals to maintain their credentials like the Project Management Professional, or PMP®.
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Business Project Management Certificate : Business Project Management Certificate
English Proficiency Requirements
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