Project Initiation |PM2|
Lay the Foundation for Project Success
Welcome to the Project Initiation course, where we focus on the critical activities of the first phase in the project life cycle. This stage sets the tone for everything that follows, ensuring the project is well-defined, strategically aligned, and supported by stakeholders.
Proper initiation is essential—it ensures the project has a clear purpose, is feasible, and is backed by the right people. In this course, you’ll learn how to evaluate project opportunities, engage stakeholders effectively, and create a robust project charter that authorizes and guides the work ahead.
Through practical exercises and real-world case studies, you’ll gain the tools and confidence to kick-start projects on the right foot, laying a strong foundation for success.
🎯 What You’ll Learn
  1. Project Identification and Selection Learn how to identify potential projects, evaluate their feasibility, and select initiatives that align with organizational goals and strategies.
  1. Stakeholder Analysis Understand the importance of identifying and analyzing stakeholders, assessing their influence and expectations, and developing strategies for effective engagement.
  1. Project Charter Gain insights into developing a comprehensive project charter that defines the project scope, objectives, deliverables, and formally authorizes the project.
📦 What’s Included
  • Engaging audio deep dives and text lesson covering step-by-step guides for project selection and feasibility evaluation
  • Coaching Session: Beyond the Basics: Crafting Your Project Charter for Marketing Success
  • Case studies showcasing successful project initiation
  • A downloadable study guide
👤 Who This Course Is For
  • Aspiring and junior project managers
  • Team leads responsible for initiating projects
  • Professionals seeking to strengthen project management fundamentals
  • Anyone preparing for project management certifications (CAPM, PMP)
✅ Requirements
  • Basic understanding of organizational goals and operations (recommended, not required)
  • Willingness to engage in hands-on exercises
🎓 Certification
Complete the course to earn a Certificate of Completion, demonstrating your ability to effectively initiate and define projects.
Project Management Basic Learning Path
This course is part of our comprehensive Project Management Basic Learning path, designed to equip you with essential skills to excel in the field of project management.
Introduction to Project Management
Project Initiation
Project Planning
Project Execution
Project Monitoring and Control
Project Closure
Project Management Tools
Ethics and Professionalism
Case Studies and Best Practices
🚀 Start Strong, Finish Stronger
Equip yourself with the tools to initiate projects successfully and set them up for long-term success.