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MBAexpress: Project Management – V 2.0

MBAexpress: Project Management – V 2.0

Earn CPE Credits!

  • CPE Credits: 1
  • Format: Online
  • Field of Study: Management & Skill Development
  • Level: Basic
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MBAexpress: Project Management – V 2.0

Earn CPE Credits!

  • CPE Credits: 1
  • Format: Online
  • Field of Study: Management & Skill Development
  • Level: Basic
3735

MBAexpress: Project Management – V 2.0

Project Management Business Program

Strengthen your project management capabilities with focused, MBA-level insight tailored for accounting and finance professionals. This concise online course provides structured frameworks for managing projects from initiation through planning, execution, and team oversight. Emphasizing practical application over theory, the program equips CPAs, finance professionals, and business leaders with tools that can be implemented immediately to enhance efficiency, mitigate risks, and support successful project delivery.

  • Comprehensive project management process from business case to project closure

  • Risk and change management strategies aligned with business objectives

  • Team management and leadership skills for project success

  • Focus on measurable results and sustainable performance

  • Practical techniques for planning, executing, and monitoring projects

Who Will Benefit?

CPAs
Improve project planning, execution, and leadership skills to complement technical expertise.
Corporate finance teams
Gain structured approaches to managing financial and operational projects efficiently.
Business leaders and practice managers
Enhance team management, governance, and organizational performance through project-based practices.
Other financial professionals
Learn practical strategies to plan, execute, and deliver high-impact projects.

Key Areas Covered

Initiating a Project

Understand how to define project goals, build a business case, and align with organizational objectives.

Planning

Learn techniques to develop schedules, budgets, resource allocation, and risk assessments.

Executing

Implement project plans effectively, manage teams, and maintain communication with stakeholders.

Monitoring & Controlling

Track progress, manage risks, and adapt plans to ensure project success.

Closing

Properly close projects, evaluate outcomes, and capture lessons learned.

Project Management Knowledge Areas

Explore ten core knowledge areas, including scope, time, cost, quality, risk, and stakeholder management.

The Triangle of Truth

Learn the key principles that ensure project outcomes meet objectives, quality, and efficiency standards.

Change Management in Projects

Manage change effectively to reduce disruption and increase project success rates.

Course Overview

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Understand the Project Lifecycle
Learn how to manage projects from initiation to closure, including building a business case, planning, execution, and final evaluation.
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Apply Structured Project Management Frameworks
Gain practical knowledge of the five process groups and ten knowledge areas to bring consistency and efficiency to your projects.
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Build and Manage High-Performing Teams
Understand the role of personality styles and team dynamics to effectively lead and collaborate in project environments.
04
Drive Results in Accounting and Finance Projects
Recognize how project management principles apply to audits, financial reporting, risk assessments, and other core professional activities.

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About Authors

Peter Margaritis

Peter Margaritis, CPA, CGMA, CSP is a keynote speaker, author, and communication strategist who helps professionals present financial information with clarity and confidence. He has delivered over 500 keynotes and workshops worldwide and is the author of Improv Is No Joke and Taking the Numb Out of Numbers, using applied improvisation to enhance communication and leadership.

Jennifer H. Elder

Jennifer H. Elder, CPA, CMA, CIA, CFF, CGMA, MS is a keynote speaker, trainer, and business coach with over 20 years of experience helping organizations transform their strategy and operations. She is known for making complex business and financial topics practical, engaging, and easy to understand, and has delivered training for Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and CPA firms across the U.S.

FAQs

What Topics Are Covered?

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The course covers foundational and applied project management concepts, including:

  • Project initiation and scope definition
  • Work breakdown structures and timeline development
  • Resource allocation and workload planning
  • Budgeting and cost control techniques
  • Risk identification and mitigation planning
  • Performance measurement using KPIs and milestones
  • Stakeholder communication and reporting frameworks
  • Monitoring, control, and project adjustment strategies
  • Structured project closure and lessons-learned processes

How Many CPE Credits Are Offered?

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This program offers 1 CPE credit. The course is classified at the Basic level and is delivered fully online.

Who Should Enroll?

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This course is designed for CPAs, finance professionals, managers, operational leaders, and business professionals responsible for executing initiatives, managing cross-functional projects, or overseeing process improvements. It is particularly valuable for professionals seeking structured project leadership skills without committing to a full MBA program.

What Skills Will I Gain?

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Participants will develop the ability to:

  • Define clear project scope and deliverables
  • Build structured timelines and resource plans
  • Manage budgets and control costs effectively
  • Identify and mitigate project risks
  • Monitor progress using measurable performance indicators
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders
  • Close projects systematically and improve future execution

How Is the Program Delivered?

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The course is delivered online in a flexible, self-paced format. Participants can complete the program at their convenience while earning CPE credit. The format is concise, structured, and focused on practical application.

What Is the Program Level and Field of Study?

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  • Level: Basic
  • Field of Study: Management & Skill Development
  • Delivery Format: Online
  • CPE Credits: 1

Learning Outcomes

Identify the parts of the project management process

Recognize the importance of “Personality Styles” when assembling project teams

Identify the five groups of process management

Recognize how project management applies to accountants

Master Project Management for Real-World Business Success - Fast, Focused, and Practical.