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CompTIA project+ manager

PLA CompTIA Project+

E-Learning

The PLA CompTIA Project+ course is fully funded for those eligible for PLA funding.

As a CompTIA Project+ certified professional, you’ll develop the project management skills to be responsible for initiating, planning, delivering, managing and evaluating small scale projects in the IT sector using agile methodologies. The knowledge and skills you gain are transferable to projects in the wider organisation.

The CompTIA Project+ is a comprehensive e-learning programme including lessons and practical activities which you can revisit as often as required.

The programme requires approximately 37 hours, accessed flexibly in line with personal study patterns.

Delegates will have 6 months to complete from enrolment date.

CompTIA Project+ (Including Exam)

CompTIA project+ Planning

Delivery Method: Self Study via E-Learning Platform

Learning Hours: Approximately 37 hours

Prerequisites: CompTIA recommends the equivalent to at least 6–12 months of hands-on experience working on or managing projects

Project Basics

The properties of project, phases, schedules, roles and responsibilities, and cost controls, as well as the basic aspects of Agile methodology

Project Constraints

The impact of various constraint variables and influences throughout the project and the importance of risk strategies and activities

Communication and Change Management

The appropriate communication methods of influence and change control processes within the context of a project

Project Tools and Documentation

Various project management tools and project and partner-centric documentation

Lesson 1: Preparing for the Project

Lesson 2: Selecting the Project Framework

Lesson 3: Initiating the Project

Lesson 4: Facilitating Effective Meetings

Lesson 5: Implementing Solution Design

Lesson 6: Managing Resources

Lesson 7: Managing Risk

Lesson 8: Creating a Project Schedule

Lesson 9: Creating a Project Plan

Lesson 10: Procuring Solutions

Lesson 11: Managing Project Execution

Lesson 12: Managing Issues and Changes

Lesson 13: Managing Performance

Lesson 14: Wrapping Up the Project

Assisted Lab: Identify Project Roles and Responsibilities

Assisted Lab: Select a Project Methodology

APPLIED LAB: Prepare a Project Charter

Assisted Lab: Create a Communication Plan

APPLIED LAB: Interpret Solution Requirements

Assisted Lab: Assign Project Resources

Assisted Lab: Analyse Risk

APPLIED LAB: Build a Project Schedule

Assisted Lab: Identify the Critical Path

Assisted Lab: Compare Resource Procurement Methods

APPLIED LAB: Build a Sprint Plan

Assisted Lab: Identify Issues

Assisted Lab: Measure Project Performance

APPLIED LAB: Reconcile the Project Budget

Exam Voucher

You will receive an exam voucher to undertake the Project+ (PK0-005) exam with Pearson Vue. The exam can be taken online or by registering to attend your nearest Pearson Vue testing centre (details available when booking with Pearson Vue)

CertMaster revision and test preparation

To prepare for your examination you will be provided access to the CompTia CertMaster platform which allows you to practice exam style questions and performance tasks and will provide insights into areas for review, revision and practice.

Exam

The exam is a combination of multiple choice and performance task based questions

A maximum of 90 questions to complete in 90 minutes

Pass mark is 710 out of a possible 900 marks

Apply for your PLA funded course today

ALS PLA funded courses are provided in partnership with Cardiff and Vale College. Click the button below to visit the Cardiff and Vale website to begin your application process