What you'll learn

Communication is central to the success of any project initiative, and an important skill for any project leader to develop. In this course, Communicating Effectively in Project Environments, you’ll learn how to manage communications effectively. First, you’ll explore the science of communication, and how you can distinguish between your team’s internal and external communication needs. Next, you’ll discover how to select the best types and methods of communication to fit various project needs. After that, you’ll see how to develop a communications management plan for Waterfall teams and how to manage communications in Agile environments. Finally, you’ll get a feel for what unique skills and traits related to communication effective leaders exhibit and work continuously to improve. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have a firm understanding of the critical role communications play in project success, and know how to manage your project’s communication needs thoughtfully and skillfully.