Hocbigg - Project Management
Path to a free self-taught education in Project Management!
Contents
Summary
The Project Management curriculum is a complete education in Project Management using online materials.
Note: When there are courses or books that don’t fit into the curriculum but are otherwise of high quality,
they belong in extras/courses, extras/readings or extras/other_curricula.
Process. Students can work through the curriculum alone or in groups, in order or out of order.
- We recommend doing all courses in Core, only skipping a course when you are certain that you’ve already learned the material previously.
- For simplicity, we recommend working through courses (especially Core) in order from top to bottom. Some students choose to study multiple courses at a time in order to vary the material they are working on in a day/week.
- The courses in the Advanced section are electives. Choose one track to specialize in and complete all the courses listed under it.
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Curriculum
Intro
Core
Foundations
| Subject |
Why study? |
Book |
Videos |
| Project Initiation and Scope Management |
To master defining project goals, stakeholders, and boundaries, preventing scope creep and ensuring alignment with objectives. |
A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) - Seventh Edition by Project Management Institute (focus on relevant chapters) |
Project Initiation: Starting a Successful Project |
| Risk Management Fundamentals |
To identify, assess, and mitigate uncertainties in projects, building resilience and proactive decision-making. |
The Standard for Risk Management in Portfolios, Programs, and Projects by Project Management Institute |
Risk Management for Project Professionals |
| Cost and Resource Management |
To learn budgeting, resource allocation, and financial controls, enabling efficient use of limited assets. |
Practice Standard for Project Estimating by Project Management Institute |
Project Management Foundations: Budgets |
| Time Management and Scheduling Techniques |
To apply advanced scheduling methods like Gantt charts and critical path, optimizing project timelines. |
Practice Standard for Scheduling by Project Management Institute |
Project Management Foundations: Schedules |
Applications
| Subject |
Why study? |
Book |
Videos |
| Quality Management in Projects |
To ensure deliverables meet standards through processes like quality assurance and control, fostering excellence and customer satisfaction. |
Managing Project Quality by Roel Grit; |
Quality Management in Projects (part of CalSouthern series) |
| Stakeholder and Communication Management |
To handle expectations, engagement, and information flow among diverse parties, reducing conflicts and enhancing collaboration. |
Stakeholder Engagement in Projects by Project Management Institute (PMBOK chapters) |
Managing Stakeholders |
| Procurement and Contract Management |
To understand sourcing, vendor relations, and legal agreements, supporting external dependencies in projects. |
Project Procurement Management by Project Management Institute (PMBOK section) |
Procurement Management (part of Wise Way Learning series) |
| Project Execution and Monitoring |
To integrate planning into action, including performance tracking and adjustments, bridging theory to real-world implementation. |
A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) - Seventh Edition by Project Management Institute |
Project Execution: Running the Project |
| Project Closure and Evaluation |
To wrap up projects effectively, including lessons learned and handover, promoting continuous improvement. |
A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) - Seventh Edition by Project Management Institute |
Project Management Full Course (Simplilearn, focus on closure sections) |
Advanced
General Electives (Choose 2–3)
| Subject |
Why study? |
Book |
Videos |
| Leadership and Team Dynamics in Projects |
To cultivate skills in motivating teams, conflict resolution, and ethical leadership, enhancing human elements in project success. |
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel H. Pink |
Leadership and Team Dynamics |
| Change Management |
To handle organizational transitions within projects, minimizing resistance and maximizing adoption. |
Leading Change by John P. Kotter; free alt: |
Organizational Change and Culture for Project Managers |
| Sustainability in Project Management |
To integrate environmental, social, and economic considerations, preparing for responsible practices in modern projects. |
Green Project Management by Richard Maltzman and David Shirley; free alt: |
Sustainable Project Management |
| Data Analytics for Projects |
To use metrics and tools for informed decision-making, improving forecasting and performance analysis. |
Data Analytics for Business Professionals by Project Management Institute; free alt: |
Data Analytics in Project Management (PMBOK analytics sections) |
Agile and Lean Project Management
| Subject |
Why study? |
Book |
Videos |
| Agile Principles and Frameworks |
To adopt iterative approaches like Scrum and Kanban, enabling flexibility and rapid response. |
Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time by Jeff Sutherland; free alt: |
Agile Project Management |
| Lean Project Management |
To eliminate waste and optimize value streams, complementing agile for efficiency. |
The Lean Project Manager by Chris Croft; free alt: |
Lean Project Management (part of channel recommendations) |
| Scaling Agile in Organizations |
To apply agile at enterprise levels, addressing coordination and governance challenges. |
Scaling Lean & Agile Development by Craig Larman; free alt: |
Scaling Agile |
Traditional and Risk-Focused Project Management
| Subject |
Why study? |
Book |
Videos |
| Waterfall Methodology and Best Practices |
To master sequential processes for predictable projects, ensuring thorough planning. |
A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) - Seventh Edition by Project Management Institute |
Waterfall Project Management |
| Advanced Risk and Uncertainty Management |
To use quantitative tools like Monte Carlo simulations for complex risks. |
Identifying, Assessing, and Managing Project Risk by Tom Kendrick |
Advanced Risk Management (Stanford Engineering Risk Analysis) |
| Portfolio and Program Management |
To oversee multiple projects strategically, aligning with organizational goals. |
The Standard for Program Management – Fifth Edition by Project Management Institute; free alt: |
Program Management |
Leadership and Human-Centric Project Management
| Subject |
Why study? |
Book |
Videos |
| Human Resource Management in Projects |
To recruit, develop, and retain talent within project teams. |
Human Resource Management in Projects by Project Management Institute (PMBOK section) |
Human Resources in Project Management |
| Ethical Issues in Project Management |
To navigate moral dilemmas, compliance, and corporate responsibility. |
Ethics in Project Management by Project Management Institute |
Ethics for Project Managers (PMI free course) |
| Negotiation and Conflict Resolution |
To resolve disputes and secure agreements, vital for stakeholder interactions. |
Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In by Roger Fisher and William Ury; free alt: |
Negotiation Mastery (Stanford) |
Industry-Specific Project Management
| Subject |
Why study? |
Book |
Videos |
| Sector-Specific Regulations and Standards |
To comply with industry norms (e.g., HIPAA for healthcare, ISO for manufacturing). |
The PMI Guide to Business Analysis by Project Management Institute |
Industry-Specific Project Management (PMI sector courses) |
| Technology Tools for Project Management |
To leverage software like PM tools for automation and collaboration. |
Project Management Software Tools by various (focus on PMBOK tools) |
Project Management Tools |
| Case Studies in Industry Projects |
To analyze real-world applications, synthesizing knowledge across sectors. |
Project Management Case Studies by Harold Kerzner |
Project Management Case Studies |
Final Project
| Subject |
Why study? |
Book |
Videos |
| Capstone Project: Integrated Project Simulation |
To apply intro, core, and advanced knowledge in a real or simulated large-scale project, demonstrating mastery through planning, execution, and reflection. |
IBM Project Management Capstone (as reference) |
Project Management Capstone |
Congratulations
After completing the requirements of the curriculum above,
you will have completed the equivalent of a full bachelor’s degree in Project Management.
Congratulations!
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