Welcome to Module 1! 

Unit 1: What is a Problem?

Unit 2: Introduction to Problem Analysis

Unit 3: Process of Problem Analysis

Unit 4: Extent of Variance - Clarified

Unit 5: Process of Problem Analysis - Continued

Making Learning Stick with Quick, Practical Steps

Module 1 Final Quiz

Module 1 Resources [Download Zip File]

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Intro to Problem Analysis

Module 1: Introduction to Problem Analysis - CORE

Welcome to Module 2!

Unit 1: Introduction to Needs Analysis

Unit 2: Introduction to Stakeholder Needs Analysis

Unit 3: Introduction to Project Needs Analysis

Unit 4: Auditing Existing Resources

Making Learning Stick with Quick, Actionable Steps

Module 2 Final Quiz

Module 2 Resources [Download Zip File]

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Intro to Needs Analysis

Module 2: Introduction to Needs Analysis - CORE

Welcome to Module 3!

Unit 1: Types of Motivations

Unit 2: Benefits on Having Clarity on Motivations

Module 3 Resources [Download Zip File]

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Motivations to Establish a CS Project

Module 3: Motivations to Establish a Citizen Science Project - VALUE ADD

Welcome to Module 4!

Unit 1: What is a Project Description?

Unit 2: Key Elements of a Project Description

Unit 3: Key Elements of a Project Description - Continued

Unit 4: Extra Tips (BONUS Unit for Writing Project Descriptions)

Unit 5: Benefits and Pitfalls of a Project Description

Module 4 Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Module 4 Resources [Download Zip File]

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Project Description

Module 4: Introduction to Writing a Project Description - VALUE ADD

Welcome to Module 5!

Unit 1: Overview of Aims, Goals and Objectives

Unit 2: Maximising Aims, Goals, and Objectives for Communications and Grant Applications

Unit 3: Milestones and Deliverables

Module 5 Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Aims, Goals, Objectives

Module 5 Resources [Download Zip File]

Module 5: Introduction to Aims, Goals and Objectives - CORE

Welcome to Module 6!

Unit 1: What is a Project Scope?

Unit 2: Defining a Project Scope

Unit 3: Work Breakdown Structure

Module 6 Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Module 6 Resource [Download File]

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Scoping

Module 6: Introduction to Project Scoping - CORE

Welcome to Module 7!

Unit 1: What are Project Assumptions?

Unit 2: More about Assumptions

Module 7 Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Module 7 Resources [Download File]

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Assumptions

Module 7: Introduction to Assumptions in Projects - CORE

Welcome to Module 8!

Unit 1: Understanding Project Schedules

Unit 2: Task Dependencies in Scheduling

Unit 3: Working with Buffers

Module 8 Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Module 8 Resources [Download ZIP File]

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Scheduling

Module 8: Introduction to Project Scheduling - CORE

Welcome to Module 9!

Unit 1: Concept of Costs

Unit 2: Type of Costing Techniques

Unit 3: Recommendations

Module 9 Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Module 9 Resources [Download ZIP File]

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Costing

Module 9: Introduction to Project Costing - CORE

Welcome to Module 10!

Unit 1: What are Risks?

Unit 2: Ways to Identify Risks

Unit 3: Using a Risk Matrix

Unit 4: Quantitative Risk Matrix

Module 10 Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Module 10 Resources [Download ZIP File]

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Risks

Module 10: Introduction to Project Risks - CORE

Welcome to Module 11!

Unit 1: Forming a Project Team

Unit 2: Good Practices for Recruiting, Managing and Engaging a Project Team

Module 11 Resources

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Forming a Project Team

Module 11: Forming a Project Team - VALUE ADD

Welcome to Module 12!

Unit 1: Overview of Inclusion and Diversity

Unit 2: Benefits and Challenges when Designing for Inclusion and Diversity

Unit 3: Strategies for Incorporating Inclusion and Diversity

Unit 4: Sustaining Your Efforts

Module 12 Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Module 12 Resources [Download ZIP File]

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Inclusion and Diversity

Module 12: Inclusion and Diversity - VALUE ADD

Welcome to Module 13: Introduction to Stakeholder Engagement!

Unit 1: Introduction to Stakeholders

Unit 2: Internal vs External Stakeholders

Unit 3: Key Considerations for Engaging Stakeholders

Unit 4: Common pitfalls in Stakeholder Engagement

Module 13 Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Module 13 Resources [Download ZIP File]

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Stakeholders

Module 13: Introduction to Stakeholder Engagement - CORE

Welcome to Module 14!

Unit 1: Understanding and Defining the Scope of Volunteer Participation

Unit 2: Regional Volunteer Recruitment 

Unit 3: Gaining Insights about Volunteers

Unit 4: Communication Strategies

Module 14 Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Module 14 Resources [Download ZIP File]

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Volunteers

Module 14: Introduction to Volunteer Management - CORE

Welcome to Module 15!

Unit 1: What is a Project Plan and Key Components

Unit 2: Purpose of a Project Plan

Unit 3: Good Practices to Maximise use of a Project Plan

Reflections and Thoughts on Your Learning Journey: Project Plan

Module 15 Resources [Download ZIP File]

Module 15: Introduction to a Project Plan - CORE

Introduction:Dive into the essentials of project management with this beginner-friendly course designed for citizen science project practitioners. Learn key concepts like problem analysis, project scoping, costing, resource allocation through needs analysis, risk management, and stakeholder engagement and so much more. Through video content and various worksheets and resources, you will gain the skills to enhance your project designs and delivery.What is in store? 15 Modules, Total Duration - Approximately 7 hours. There are 11 core units which covers essential knowledge and skills to set up a project. There are also 4 value add units that provides content essential to improve the way you communicate about your project and write grant applications.<ul><li>Module 1: Introduction to Problem Analysis [CORE] - 5 Units</li><li>Module 2: Introduction to Needs Analysis [CORE] - 4 Units</li><li>Module 3: Motivations to Establish a Citizen Science Project [VALUE ADD] - 2 Units</li><li>Module 4: Introduction to Writing a Project Description [VALUE ADD] - 5 Units</li><li>Module 5: Introduction to Aims, Goals and Objectives [CORE] - 3 Units</li><li>Module 6: Introduction to Project Scoping [CORE] - 3 Units</li><li>Module 7: Introduction to Assumptions in Projects [CORE] - 2 Units</li><li>Module 8: Introduction to Project Scheduling [CORE] - 3 Units</li><li>Module 9: Introduction to Project Costing [CORE] - 3 Units</li><li>Module 10: Introduction to Project Risks [CORE] - 4 Units</li><li>Module 11: Forming a Project Team [VALUE ADD] - 2 Units</li><li>Module 12: Overview: Inclusion and Diversity [VALUE ADD] - 4 Units</li><li>Module 13: Introduction to Stakeholder Engagement [CORE] - 4 Units</li><li>Module 14: Introduction to Volunteer Management [CORE] - 4 Units</li><li>Module 15: Introduction to Project Plans [CORE]- 3 Units</li></ul>Anticipated Learning Outcomes:<ul><li>Define core project management concepts, such as scope, schedule, and costs.</li><li>Identify and describe multiple project management planning processes.</li><li>Apply project management tools and techniques to enhance design and management of projects.</li><li>Describe and apply various stakeholder and volunteer engagement strategies.</li></ul>Who is this for?Perfect for both aspiring, new and seasoned project practitioners looking to build or strengethen their project management knowledge and skills, or simply looking for a refresher.[Please note: Project practitioners may include anyone aspiring or currently involved in one or more aspects of a citizen science project planning, delivery or coordination in a paid or volunteer capacity.]Do I have to complete all the modules? NO. You can do as much or as little as you wish depending on your desired or identified capacity building requirements. The main aim of this online program is to enable you to learn anything from anywhere at a pace and volume that best suits you and your busy schedule.This program has been designed as a resource just for you. Hence, we want your learning journey to be stress-free and fun as much as possible. There is no pressure or expectation to complete the whole program or an entire course.Simply login, select what you want to learn, and enrol.Kindly note: If you complete the entire Project Management component of this program, you will receive an e-certificate of completion.IMPORTANT: This program’s course website works best with Google Chrome. Additional details:This online capacity building program has been made possible through the support of the South Australian Government via the Citizen Science Fund. This program has been initiated by ACSA and the ACSA South Australia Chapter as a way to help citizen science project practitioners in South Australia to build and enhance their project management and evaluation fundamental knowledge and skills. Geetha Ortac, who is an accredited Project Management Professional with over 12 years experience in the citizen science space and a postgraduate degree in Evaluation, was engaged to design and develop this online program. IMPORTANT: Optimal Viewing for this Course<ul><li>For the best experience, use Google Chrome with your browser window fully maximised. This ensures videos, text, and interactive features display correctly.</li><li>Resizing your browser to a smaller window may cause overlapping text or compressed visuals. If you notice glitches, switch to Chrome and maximise your window. </li></ul>Password Reset Process (if needed)<ul><li>When you request a password reset, you will always see: “Please check your email for the password reset code.”</li><li>This message appears for all email entries (registered or not) to protect user privacy.</li><li>If your email is registered: You will get a reset code in your inbox (or spam/junk folder).</li><li>If you don’t get an email: Check for typos, search your spam/junk folder, and try again.</li><li>Still stuck? Reach out to support using the ‘Contact Us’ option on the main program page. </li></ul>How long will this program be available?This program will be available until 30 June 2028. When you sign up, you have lifetime access for the entire duration of the program until it expires.Hope you have a wonderful time learning and discovering all the content in store for you!

Discover the essentials of project management in this beginner-friendly course tailored for citizen science practitioners. Master problem and needs analysis, and various other core aspects of project design and planning through engaging modules.

Introduction to Project Management Fundamentals

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