Managing Projects in Healthcare (2 of 3), Plain & Simple

🚀 Managing Projects in Healthcare (Part 2 of 3) 🏥

👀 Note: This course was recently updated (Dec 2022) to bring you the most current and effective project management strategies for healthcare environments!

🎓 Why is this course important?

Project Management in healthcare is more than a set of tools and techniques; it's a critical skill that ensures patient safety, optimizes resource allocation, and improves overall healthcare delivery. Effective project management can significantly contribute to cost control, risk management, and better health outcomes. This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of project management within the healthcare sector.

💡 What will you learn in this course?

Dive into the second part of our three-part series, where you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of key project management techniques and tools specifically tailored for healthcare. Here's what you can expect to master:

• Gannt Chart Technique: Learn how to visually represent your project plan in a timeline to track progress against the schedule.
• PERT/CPM Technique: Discover how to identify critical tasks and their sequence, ensuring that your project is completed on time.
• Calculating Critical Path: Understand the key steps that directly affect the finish date of your project and how to manage them effectively.
• Managing Slack (Float): Find out how to leverage extra time in your schedule to handle unexpected delays or changes without disrupting the entire project.
• Project Management Software Tools: Explore various software options available to streamline scheduling, tracking, and collaboration within your team.
• Avoiding Healthcare Project Landmines: Learn to anticipate and navigate potential issues that are unique to healthcare projects to avoid common pitfalls and ensure success.

📚 This course includes:

• Engaging Video Lectures: Visual learning aids to help you grasp complex concepts more easily.
• Interactive Quizzes: Test your knowledge and ensure you're retaining the information presented in the course.
• Extensive Resources: Access a wealth of additional material for an in-depth exploration of project management in healthcare.

👥 Who is the ideal student for this course?

This course is tailored for a diverse group of students, including:

• Aspiring healthcare professionals seeking to enter the field.
• Healthcare workers looking to advance their careers and deepen their understanding of project management within the healthcare ecosystem.
• Current healthcare employees who want to enhance their role in supporting patient care through better project execution.
• Lifelong learners with a passion for expanding their knowledge about healthcare, particularly those interested in the logistical aspects of managing complex projects.

🧰 What is Thomas Giordano's teaching style?

With a pragmatic approach, I start from the basics and build up to more advanced concepts, ensuring that every student, regardless of their background, can follow along and understand. Through real-world examples and a focus on simplicity, I aim to make learning about healthcare project management as accessible and engaging as possible.

🎫 Why is Thomas Giordano qualified to teach this course?

With over 35 years of experience in the healthcare IT sector, I've led engineering teams, held top marketing positions, and served as a president at a Healthcare IT firm. My extensive background, combined with 15 years of university teaching, provides a solid foundation for imparting knowledge on project management in healthcare settings. My goal is to share my expertise and experience to help you succeed.