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Course Description

This project risk management course, based on the Project Management Institute’s (PMI’s) A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) and The Standard for Risk Management in Portfolios, Programs, and Projects (2019), focuses on advanced concepts and special techniques for effective project risk management. First, you’ll explore the vital concepts and success factors of risk management and learn how to create a tailored risk management plan. Then, you’ll investigate a variety of methods to help you identify specific project risks, prioritize them, and quantify the potential outcomes and impacts of significant risks. Finally, you’ll learn to plan and implement appropriate risk responses in a controlled way to ensure successful achievement of your project’s objectives.

This course may be used toward educational prerequisites for attaining PMI certifications or toward professional development units (PDUs) to maintain certifications.

Note: Registration for this course closes two days before the course start date.

"PMBOK" is a registered mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

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Learner Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Create a tailored risk management plan for a case- study project that covers all relevant organizational parameters and sources of uncertainty;
  • Develop a comprehensive list of project risks using a variety of different threat identification methods;
  • Analyze risks for a case- study project using best practice qualitative and quantitative methods to prioritize the risks, support decision-making, and estimate financial impact;
  • Plan appropriate risk responses based on recognized threat and opportunity management strategies;
  • Control project risks throughout the project life cycle in collaboration with the team and project stakeholders.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

 

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Project Risk Methods & Practices
Type
Seminar
Days
Th, F
Time
8:30AM to 4:30PM
Dates
Mar 30, 2023 to Mar 31, 2023
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
14.0
Location
  • Main Campus
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $559.00
Drop Request Deadline
Aug 11, 2022 to Mar 26, 2023
Transfer Request Deadline
Aug 11, 2022 to Mar 26, 2023
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Mar 27, 2023 to Mar 30, 2023
Required Software
Internet Access
Reading List / Textbook

Access to a free online version of the PMBOK® Guide (Seventh Edition) is included for the duration of this course. You also have the option to buy a hard copy or e-book from your preferred vendor.

Section Notes

Before Course Start – Campus Access:

If you have any questions, contact conedadvising@sait.ca.   

Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

Section Title
Project Risk Methods & Practices
Type
Internet Paced - Online Synchronous
Days
F
Time
8:30AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Apr 14, 2023 to May 05, 2023
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
14.0
Delivery Options
Virtual  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $559.00
Drop Request Deadline
Aug 11, 2022 to Apr 10, 2023
Transfer Request Deadline
Aug 11, 2022 to Apr 10, 2023
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Apr 11, 2023 to Apr 14, 2023
Required Software
Internet Access
Reading List / Textbook

Access to a free online version of the PMBOK® Guide (Seventh Edition) is included for the duration of this course. You also have the option to buy a hard copy or e-book from your preferred vendor.

Section Notes

Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

Schedule: 
This course will be delivered virtually using MS Teams & Brightspace/D2L. MS Teams sessions will be held on Fridays between April 14 and May 5 from 8:30 am - 12:00 pm. We encourage you to use your webcam and microphone to contribute to a more collaborative learning experience. 

Section Title
Project Risk Methods & Practices
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
May 08, 2023 to Jun 18, 2023
Contact Hours
14.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $559.00
Drop Request Deadline
Jun 13, 2022 to May 18, 2023
Transfer Request Deadline
Jun 13, 2022 to May 18, 2023
Withdrawal Request Deadline
May 19, 2023 to Jun 05, 2023
Required Software
Internet access
Reading List / Textbook

Access to a free online version of the PMBOK® Guide (Seventh Edition) is included for the duration of this course. You also have the option to buy a hard copy or e-book from your preferred vendor.

Section Notes

Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

Extensions: 
One optional extension is available for purchase. This gives you additional time equal to half the original course duration during which you will have continued access to course materials. 
To purchase an extension contact conedadvising@sait.ca a minimum of seven (7) days prior to the end date of your course. 

Section Title
Project Risk Methods & Practices
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
Jun 26, 2023 to Aug 06, 2023
Contact Hours
14.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $559.00
Drop Request Deadline
Jun 13, 2022 to Jul 06, 2023
Transfer Request Deadline
Jun 13, 2022 to Jul 06, 2023
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 07, 2023 to Jul 24, 2023
Required Software
Internet access
Reading List / Textbook

Access to a free online version of the PMBOK® Guide (Seventh Edition) is included for the duration of this course. You also have the option to buy a hard copy or e-book from your preferred vendor.

Section Notes

Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

Extensions:
One optional extension is available for purchase. This gives you additional time equal to half the original course duration during which you will have continued access to course materials.
To purchase an extension contact
conedadvising@sait.ca a minimum of seven (7) days prior to the end date of your course.

 

Section Title
Project Risk Methods & Practices
Type
Internet Paced - Online Synchronous
Days
F
Time
8:30AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jul 14, 2023 to Aug 04, 2023
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
14.0
Delivery Options
Virtual  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $559.00
Drop Request Deadline
Nov 02, 2022 to Jul 10, 2023
Transfer Request Deadline
Nov 02, 2022 to Jul 10, 2023
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 11, 2023 to Jul 14, 2023
Required Software
Internet Access
Reading List / Textbook

Access to a free online version of the PMBOK® Guide (Seventh Edition) is included for the duration of this course. You also have the option to buy a hard copy or e-book from your preferred vendor.

Section Notes

Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

Schedule: 
This course will be delivered virtually using MS Teams & Brightspace/D2L. MS Teams sessions will be held on Fridays between July 14 and August 4 from 8:30 am - 12:00 pm. We encourage you to use your webcam and microphone to contribute to a more collaborative learning experience. 

Section Title
Project Risk Methods & Practices
Type
Seminar
Days
M, T
Time
8:30AM to 4:30PM
Dates
Aug 28, 2023 to Aug 29, 2023
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
14.0
Location
  • Main Campus
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $559.00
Drop Request Deadline
Nov 04, 2022 to Aug 24, 2023
Transfer Request Deadline
Nov 05, 2022 to Aug 24, 2023
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Aug 25, 2023 to Aug 28, 2023
Required Software
Internet Access
Reading List / Textbook

Access to a free online version of the PMBOK® Guide (Seventh Edition) is included for the duration of this course. You also have the option to buy a hard copy or e-book from your preferred vendor.

Section Notes

Before Course Start – Campus Access:

If you have any questions, contact conedadvising@sait.ca.   

Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

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