Live Webinar May 30th, 2012 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT
Duration: 1 hour webinar Credits: 1 PDU Category A – $20 USD PDU
Presented by: InfoTech (Rep 1223)

Defining the project and its deliverables is essential to project acceptance. But the work doesn’t stop there. Each of those deliverables must be planned, estimated, managed and controlled and that involves breaking them down into smaller, more manageable units. This is the primary objective of developing a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).

There is no one, single way to construct a WBS. There are many variations based on project type, industry and company.

The construction of your project’s WBS will establish the framework for many future decisions and significantly impact how you will create and build the schedule. It is a critical skill that each project manager should develop.

In this session we will discuss:

• What should be included in the WBS
• Which orientation works best for your project
• Getting started and establishing the foundation
• Finishing up and defining the appropriate number of levels

Who should attend: This webinar is designed for those responsible for defining and planning various project work efforts such as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), team members, project managers / coordinators, program managers and those who support projects such as functional or departmental managers..

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Live Webinar May 29th, 2012 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT
Duration: 1 Hour 30 Min Credits: 1 PDU Category A – Free PDU
Presented by: Computer Aid Inc IT Metrics & Productivity Institute (Rep 2733)

The implementation of the SEI’s CMMI is not a trivial task, but it can be done.

This webinar with Alfred Allik (LinkedIn profile) will explain how it was accomplished in a very complex software development environment. Key success factors and lessons learned will be provided.

Note: ITMPI is now charging a $2.99 convenience fee to obtain the PDU code. This fee ONLY needs to be paid if you ask the provider for the code – This code can be obtained from the PMI.ORG site for free. Search the Rep # (it is in our listing) The courses are listed alphabetically use the arrow keys to move to the correct place in the alphabet and search the list on that page for the course that you attended – the code should be listed. (setting the “set the dropdown box” to show 100 per page will make your search easier).

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Live Webinar – May 29th, 2012 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT
Presented by: Training Magazine
Duration: 1 Hour 1 Category C PDU – Free PDU

This webinar is a part of the “Basics of ROI Workshop” series.

Never before has ROI been of such importance. The ROI Institute’s ROI Methodology is the most documented approach to measuring and evaluating learning and development programs. This webinar series presents the key elements in the ROI process.

A variety of data collection techniques exist to help you capture the information need to measure the success of your training programs.

During this webcast, you will learn:

• Types of data collection methods available for each level of evaluation
• Options for timing of data collection at each level
• Sources that provide you the most credible information

Speaker: Patti Phillips (LinkedIn profile), Ph.D., President & CEO, ROI Institute

PDU Category C documentation details:

Process Groups: Planning, Monitoring & Controlling

Knowledge Areas: 4 – Integration 7 – Cost 10 – Communications

• 4.4 Monitor and Control Project Work
• 7.3 Control Costs
• 10.5 Report Performance

As a Category C ‘Self Directed Learning Activity’ remember to document your learning experience and its relationship to project management for your ‘PDU Audit Trail Folder’

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You can get the recorded version of this session & over 500+ other Quality Category A PDU Sessions with an
ITMPI Membership

Premium Memberships are only $199 USD per year
An Excellent Value!!

Search for “2733” to see other great titles available!
Memberships Include all PDU Codes

Note: ITMPI charges a fee to obtain individual PDU codes. This fee ONLY needs to be paid if you ask the provider for the code – This code should be able to be obtained from the PMI.ORG site for free. An ITMPI Membership entitles you to receive all ITMPI PDU Codes and recordings.

Live Webinar May 30th, 2012 11:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT
Duration: 1 Hour 30 Min Credits: 1 PDU Category A – Free PDU
Presented by: Computer Aid Inc IT Metrics & Productivity Institute (Rep 2733)

In this webinar, Naomi Karten (LinkedIn profile) will examine the elements of a polished presentation and the challenges posed by presentation anxiety. Naomi will offer guidelines, ideas and advice to help you present with confidence.

Regardless of your current skill level, this webinar will help you improve as a presenter.

Note: ITMPI is now charging a $2.99 convenience fee to obtain the PDU code. This fee ONLY needs to be paid if you ask the provider for the code – This code can be obtained from the PMI.ORG site for free. Search the Rep # (it is in our listing) The courses are listed alphabetically use the arrow keys to move to the correct place in the alphabet and search the list on that page for the course that you attended – the code should be listed. (setting the “set the dropdown box” to show 100 per page will make your search easier).

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Live Webinar May 28th, 2012 11:00 am – 12:00 pm EDT
Duration: 1 hour live webinar Credits: 1 PDU Category B – Free PDU
Presented by PROJECTinsight (Metafuse Inc)

• The first 90 percent of the EHR system is done; when do we start of the last 90 percent?
• This EHR project is a piece of cake; it’s only software!
• This is all administration stuff!

Back in the Y2K days, Program Management came to light along with the PMO. To this day, many small, medium and large size companies do not really understand or practice program management well.

Yes there is a “standard”. But we just have to ask the question: “Then why do survey results still indicate approximately 70 percent of projects/program are challenged or fail?” [In 1994 the number was approximately 84 percent – not a dramatic improvement with all the standards floating around.]

With the large and complex projects and programs in the health care sector, especially the Electronic Health Records (EHR) implementation, there has to be a better way than to let 70 percent of the program efforts wind up in the same survey categories. There are factors with both leadership and individuals in program management positions that could generate a positive or negative outcome to EHR projects.

Learn the mentality, tools, and integration discipline and approaches required to successfully manage the tsunami before you are staring right at it.

Who should attend:
These webinars are intended for project sponsors and function/business unit managers, portfolio managers, program/project managers, project team members, auditors and other business stakeholders. These webinars are for individuals who desire to improve the outcome of the business environment or can be used as a refresher for those with a PMP for PDU credits

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Live Webinar – May 29th, 2012 2:00 pm EDT
Presented by: Eclipse Project Portfolio Management
Duration: 1 hour 1 PDUs Credits: Category C 1 PDU- Free PDU

Risks exist on projects because by definition, projects possess uncertainty. Organizations that ignore risks experience reduced project success rates due to the wasted effort and delays that result from dealing with issues.

Risk management methodologies address this challenge but tend to be too theoretical or require significant process discipline or historical data to be practical.

During this webinar you will learn practical, lightweight best practices for managing risks throughout a project’s lifecycle.

Benefits of managing risks through this approach include:

• Improved project predictability
• Improved ROI for your overall portfolio
• Quantification of cost & schedule contingencies
• Reduced effort spent resolving project issues

Who should attend this webinar?
Managers/Directors of PMOs, Project Managers

NOTE: You may have to hit the MORE… link to register for this session on the registration page.

PDU Category C documentation details:

Process Groups: Initiating & Executing, Planning

Knowledge Areas: 11 – Risk

• 11.1 Plan Risk Management
• 11.2 Identify Risks
• 11.5 Plan Risk Responses

As a Category C ‘Self Directed Learning Activity’ remember to document your learning experience and its relationship to project management for your ‘PDU Audit Trail Folder’

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