Welcome to Lesson 12 on Outsourcing in Project Management, an important part of modern day project management. We will learn about the importance, advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing a project’s elements. The learning outcomes of this lesson include: Understand the advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing project work. Describe the basic elements of a Request for Proposal (RFP). Identify best practices for outsourcing project work. Practice principled negotiation. Describe the met-expectations model of customer satisfaction and its implications for working with customers on projects By the end of this lesson, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the importance, advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing in effective project management, equipped with the tools and strategies needed to implement outsourcing and collaboration with project partners and suppliers. This is a comprehensive lesson plan for about 1.5 hours includes a well-prepared PowerPoint presentation, interactive exercises, in-depth case studies, and associated reading materials, designed to provide a holistic learning experience.

In a perfect world, the project manager would simply implement the project plan and the project would be completed. The project manager would work with others to formulate a schedule, organize a project team, keep track of progress, and announce what needs to be done next, and then everyone would charge along. A manager expedites certain activities; figures out ways to solve technical problems; serves as peacemaker when tensions rise; and makes appropriate trade offs among time, cost, and scope of the project. However, project managers do more than put out fires and keep the project on track. They also innovate and adapt to ever-changing circumstances. They often have to deviate from what was planned and introduce significant changes in the project scope and schedule to respond to unforeseen threats or opportunities. The learning outcomes of this lesson include: Understand the difference between managing and leading a project. Understand the need to engage project stakeholders. Identify and apply different “influence currencies” to build positive relations with others. Create a stakeholder map and develop strategies for managing project dependencies. Understand the need for a highly interactive management style on projects. More effectively manage project expectations. Develop strategies for managing upward relations. Understand the importance of building trust and acting in an ethical manner while working on a project. Identify the qualities of an effective project manager. By the end of this lesson, you will have a comprehensive understanding of roles and purposes of effective project managers in project management, equipped with the tools and strategies needed to navigate the project management process. This is a comprehensive lesson plan for about 1.5 hours includes a well-prepared PowerPoint presentation, interactive exercises, in-depth case studies, and associated reading materials, designed to provide a holistic learning experience.

Welcome to Project Management. This is the 3rd lesson of this module. Once management approves a project then the question becomes, how will the project be implemented? This chapter examines three different project management structures used by firms to implement projects: functional organization, dedicated project teams, and matrix structure. Although not exhaustive, these structures and their variant forms represent the major approaches for organizing projects. The advantages and disadvantages of each of these structures are discussed as well as some of the critical factors that might lead a firm to choose one form over others. This lecture series is based on Erik W. Larson and Clifford F. Gray’s Book “Project management, the managerial process” chapter by chapter. You will find the content of this text highly practical, relevant, and current. The concepts discussed are relatively simple and intuitive. As you study each chapter we suggest you try to grasp not only how things work, but why things work. You are encouraged to use the text as a handbook as you move through the three levels of competency: I know. I can do. I can adapt to new situations. The learning outcomes of this lesson include: In this lecture, we focus on these four learning outcomes: 1 Project Management Structures 2 What Is the Right Project Management Structure? 3 Organizational Culture 4 Implications of Organizational Culture for Organizing Projects This is a comprehensive lesson plan for about 1.5 -2 hours includes a well-prepared PowerPoint presentation, interactive exercises, in-depth case studies, and associated reading materials, designed to provide a holistic learning experience.

Welcome to Project Management. This is the 8th lesson of this module. There are always more project proposals than there are available resources. The priority system needs to select projects that best contribute to the organization’s objectives, within the constraints of the resources available. If all projects and their respective resources are computer scheduled, the feasibility and impact of adding a new project to those in process can be quickly assessed. With this information the project priority team will add a new project only if resources are available to be formally committed to that specific project. This chapter examines methods of scheduling resources so the team can make realistic judgments of resource availability and project durations. The project manager uses the same schedule for implementing the project. If changes occur during project implementation, the computer schedule is easily updated and the effects easily assessed. This lecture series is based on Erik W. Larson and Clifford F. Gray’s Book “Project Management, the Managerial Process” chapter by chapter. You will find the content of this text highly practical, relevant, and current. The concepts discussed are relatively simple and intuitive. As you study each chapter we suggest you try to grasp not only how things work, but why things work. You are encouraged to use the text as a handbook as you move through the three levels of competency: I know. I can do. I can adapt to new situations. The learning outcomes of this lesson include: In this lecture, we focus on these four learning outcomes: 8-1 Understand the differences between time-constrained and resource- constrained schedules when doing project planning 8-2 Identify different types of resource constraints. 8-3 Describe how the smoothing approach is used on time-constrained projects. 8-4 Describe how the leveling approach is used for resource-constrained projects. 8-5 Understand how project management software creates resource constrained schedules. 8-6 Understand when and why splitting tasks should be avoided. 8-7 Identify general guidelines for assigning people to specific tasks. 8-8 Identify common problems with multiproject resource scheduling. 8-9 Explain why a time-phased budget baseline is needed. 8-10 Create a time-phased project budget baseline. This is a comprehensive lesson plan for about 1.5 -2 hours including a well-prepared PowerPoint presentation, interactive exercises, in-depth case studies, and associated reading materials, designed to provide a holistic learning experience. To download the full pack of the lesson materials, please visit:

This is a case study on sustainable agricultural tourism in the Kunisaki Peninsula, located in Oita Prefecture, Japan. This region is renowned for its green tourism initiatives and agricultural tourism in particular that blend cultural and natural including agriculture, forestry, and fisheries, helping to revitalize rural areas and develop local economy and tourism sustainably. The Kunisaki Peninsula is a prime example of how tourism can support both economic growth and environmental conservation. The learning outcomes are: Analyzes the tourism potential of agricultural heritage landscapes for regional revitalization. Focuses on the Kunisaki Peninsula, nominated as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS) in 2013. Agricultural heritage landscapes sustain societies for millennia and offer new tourism opportunities Gain insight into the region’s cultural and natural attractions and how they contribute to tourism. Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of Kunisaki’s sustainable tourism development through SWOT analysis. Be able to apply sustainable tourism strategies to other rural regions.

The purpose of this lesson is to introduce how local and regional authorities can build a consistent framework for collecting and analyzing tourism data using TUI in Northern Ireland as an example. This approach will ensure comparability across regions, which is essential for informed decision-making and also timely collection of accurate data. The video will walk you through key aspects of tourism measurement, data collection approaches, purpose and importance of doing so, as well as introducing definitions, economic impact, visitor surveys, benchmarking, and more. The presentation highlights the need for better measurement of tourism’s economic, social, and environmental impact, as exemplified by the case of Northern Ireland and its effort in promoting sustainable tourism development. The presentation discusses best practices for measuring tourism locally, which is critical for developing sustainable tourism at the community level. This can involve tracking visitor numbers, environmental impacts, and ensuring resources are used efficiently without depleting them. By the end of this session, participants will: Understand the current state of tourism in Northern Ireland, including its economic and environmental impacts. Be able to define sustainable tourism and explain the balance between economic growth and environmental protection. Recognize the importance of data in shaping sustainable tourism strategies. Identify key methods and best practices for measuring tourism’s economic, environmental, and social impacts. Learn about the role of the Tourism Intelligence Unit (TIU) in improving tourism data and its application in decision-making. Explore different project options for enhancing tourism statistics and sustainability practices, including practical examples. This is a comprehensive lesson plan for about 1.5 -2 hours including a well-prepared PowerPoint presentation, interactive exercises, in-depth case studies, and associated reading materials, designed to provide a holistic learning experience. To watch the video of this lesson please visit my Youtube channel: download the full pack of the lesson materials, please visit: Tourism Courses 旅游学习

Imagine the following scenarios: After finalizing your project schedule, you realize the estimated completion date is two months beyond what your boss publicly promised an important customer. Five months into the project, you realize that you are already three weeks behind the drop-dead date for the project. Four months into a project top management changes its priorities and now tells you that money is not an issue. Complete the project ASAP! This lesson addresses strategies for reducing project duration either prior to setting the baseline for the project or in the midst of project execution. The Learning Outcomes are: Rational for reducing projection duration Options for accelerating project completion under resource constrain and no resource constrain Project cost-duration graph Direct and indirect project costs Cost-duration trade-off Project crashing Project management trade-off matrix Benefits and risks associated with project crashing This is a comprehensive lesson plan for about 1.5 hours includes a well-prepared PowerPoint presentation, with video links, interactive exercises, in-depth case studies, and associated reading materials, designed to provide a holistic learning experience. The materials are based on “Project Management: The Managerial Process” of Clifford Gray (Author) and Erik Larson. We wish you all the best for the study, and should you have any further questions, please get in touch.

This exercise focuses on concepts related to financial markets and crises, offering a range of question types to facilitate understanding, such as fill-in-the-blank, multiple-choice, case studies, and analytical prompts. It covers key themes like currency convertibility, financial crises (Asian and Global), trade dynamics, the middle-income trap, and economic strategies for growth. Additionally, it explores policy impacts on developing and developed economies, including China’s financial policies, Brexit’s economic implications, and fiscal management. Key Themes: Currency and Trade: Currency convertibility, trade liberalization, and balance of payments. Economic Crises: Asian Financial Crisis, Global Financial Crisis, and their policy responses. Developmental Challenges: Middle-income trap, globalization, and economic transitions. Policy Tools: Monetary policy, fiscal deficits, and foreign direct investment. Who Can Use It: Educators and Students: In economics, finance, and international relations courses. Professionals: Analysts and policymakers studying financial systems or developmental strategies. Applicable Courses: Undergraduate and Graduate Level: Courses like International Finance, Economic Development, Global Trade Policies, and Financial Crisis Management. Specialized Modules: Emerging Markets, Development Economics, and Macroeconomic Policy. This exercise enhances comprehension of theoretical and practical aspects of financial markets, helping learners and professionals understand critical economic challenges and policy implications globally.

Yellowstone National Park, the world’s first national park, stands as a beacon of conservation and sustainable tourism. This study explores the multifaceted aspects of sustainable tourism within the park, examining its ecological, economic, and cultural dimensions. It highlights the park’s diverse geography, including geothermal features, ecosystems, and wildlife, alongside the challenges posed by high visitation rates, climate change, and human-wildlife interactions. Through sustainable practices such as eco-friendly infrastructure, visitor education, and partnerships with local communities, Yellowstone exemplifies how tourism can coexist with environmental stewardship. By addressing historical injustices faced by Indigenous communities and fostering global collaboration, the park continues to inspire innovative approaches to preserving natural wonders for future generations. Learning Outcomes: Define sustainable tourism and its significance in balancing environmental, economic, and social factors. Gain insights into Yellowstone’s geothermal significance, biodiversity, and unique topographical attributes. Recognize the role of Yellowstone as a global model for ecotourism. Analyze the Impacts of Tourism on Yellowstone: Identify positive and negative effects of tourism on the park’s ecosystems, economy, and cultural heritage. Evaluate strategies employed to mitigate issues such as overcrowding, wildlife disturbance, and environmental degradation. Examine the Role of Stakeholders in Sustainable Management: Understand the challenges and successes of collaborative conservation efforts. Apply Sustainable Practices in Tourism: Discuss innovative solutions, such as virtual tours and green technologies, for enhancing sustainability in protected areas. This complete lesson package includes a presentation file, engaging group activities, quizzes, multiple-choice questions (MCQs), critical analysis topics, further readings, all designed to foster deep understanding and interactive learning in and outside classroom. Please check out our other full and individual courses in our store.

This lesson teaches the principles, frameworks, and challenges of corporate governance, focusing on its role in ensuring ethical and effective management of organizations. It explores the theoretical foundations, such as agency problems, and the contrasting approaches of stakeholder- and shareholder-focused governance models. The lesson incorporates a global perspective by examining how corporate governance varies across countries and adapts to globalization. Using real-world case studies like Enron and Volkswagen, the lesson highlights the consequences of poor governance, emphasizing the importance of ethical practices, transparency, and accountability. It further examines emerging trends like ESG integration and the impact of digital transformation on governance systems. Targeted at students and professionals in business and management, the lesson also poses thought-provoking questions and discussion points to encourage critical analysis of governance systems in a globalized and ethically complex world. Learning Outcomes: By the end of this lesson, learners should be able to: Defining corporate governance Why is CG needed? Theoretical framework and models Agency problem Stakeholders models Shareholders models Approaches to good corporate governance and consequence of bad Case studies of corporate governance International corporate governance and globalization This is a complete lesson including all the materials needed for a lesson - PPT, review questions, case studies, group work suggestions, and class exercise sheet, MCQs and suggested answers as well as some extended readings. This course is suitable for candidates in Grade 5, 6 (A level and further education), university-level students, or those who wish to pursue a career in management or are interested in the issues. Whether it is beginners or professional managers, this course is designed to build on your interest and passion for management and provide essential information to explore the topic further. We wish you all the best for the study, and should you have any further questions, please get in touch via email.