Summary of Selecting a Project and an Approach in Project Management

Selecting a Project and an Approach in Project Management

All projects must start somewhere. Before we begin to manage them and deliver value, we must determine what that value is and why it is desired. This course explores some of the considerations and methods involved in selecting projects and products. The project manager can have a role to play in the process, including advising on the more optimal project management approach to use. It all starts here for projects. PMBOK Guide - Seventh edition.

Identify the various methods used to select a project or product
Analyze the Project Manager's role in selecting a project
Discuss the factors that determine organizational readiness to manage a project
Define 'Design Thinking' and discuss how it can be used for project selection and planning