Kubicle

Choosing the right project methodology is essential for driving outcomes, managing risk, and aligning teams. Kubicle’s new course, Project Management Approaches, introduces a comprehensive range of traditional, adaptive, and efficiency-focused project management frameworks—enabling learners to select and apply the best approach for their specific project context.

This course supports capability development across delivery teams, operations, and project governance functions.

Course Overview: Project Management Approaches
From structured methods like Waterfall and PRINCE2 to flexible and iterative approaches such as Agile, Scrum, and Kanban, this course builds a practical, cross-functional understanding of the tools and principles behind major methodologies. Learners will also explore frameworks for quality improvement, efficiency, and standardization.

Included Lessons:

• Intro to Project Management Approaches
  Explains the value of using formal methodologies and introduces key frameworks used across industries.
• Waterfall Methodology
  Covers the step-by-step, linear project model suited for defined scopes and tightly controlled processes.
• Agile Project Management
  Introduces Agile principles and workflows that support flexibility and iterative delivery.
• Scrum
  Explores the structure and roles within Scrum, including sprints, ceremonies, and team accountabilities.
• Lean Project Management
  Focuses on value-driven delivery by minimizing waste and streamlining workflows.
• Six Sigma Methodology
  Introduces the data-driven DMAIC cycle for improving process quality and reducing variation.
• Kanban Methodology
  Highlights visual task management tools and WIP limits for improved flow and adaptability.
• PRINCE2 Framework
  Explores a stage-gated, governance-focused framework for high-risk or complex projects.
• The PMBOK® Guide
  Presents PMBOK as a foundational knowledge base supporting standard practices and vocabulary across projects.
• The Critical Path Method
  Explains how to schedule and manage task dependencies by identifying the project’s critical path.

Key Outcomes:
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand and compare leading project management methodologies
• Identify the strengths, use cases, and limitations of each framework
• Select and tailor an approach based on project scope, risk, and delivery needs
• Improve consistency, communication, and decision-making within project teams
• Apply core tools like Scrum sprints, Kanban boards, Lean principles, and CPM scheduling

This course is ideal for professionals working across delivery, operations, strategy, or governance—particularly those managing varied or cross-functional project types.

Clear, structured planning remains one of the strongest predictors of project success. Kubicle’s new course, Project Planning, builds foundational and practical planning skills—enabling learners to define project objectives, scope, schedules, resources, and budgets while navigating risk.

This course supports both predictive and adaptive approaches, helping professionals tailor plans to their project context and delivery goals.

Course Overview: Project Planning
Learners will gain the tools and frameworks needed to plan projects from initiation to execution. The course explores planning methodologies, scheduling techniques, resource and cost estimation, and risk mitigation—providing end-to-end planning knowledge suitable for a variety of business and project environments.

Included Lessons:

• The Value of Planning
  Explains how structured planning improves clarity, efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Setting Objectives
  Introduces the SMART framework to create measurable, aligned project goals.
• Defining Project Scope
  Covers how to develop a clear scope statement to guide deliverables and expectations.
• Predictive Planning
  Outlines structured, upfront planning approaches for defined project paths.
• Adaptive Planning
  Explores iterative planning for dynamic or uncertain project conditions.
• Tailoring Your Planning Approach
  Shows how to combine predictive and adaptive strategies for context-specific planning.
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  Teaches how to deconstruct project work into manageable components.
• Creating Activity Lists
  Explains how to define, sequence, and verify project tasks based on deliverables.
• Scheduling and Dependencies
  Covers timeline creation using estimation, dependency mapping, and critical path identification.
• Resource Planning
  Introduces tools and strategies for allocating people, tools, and budgets effectively.
• Cost Estimation and Budgeting
  Guides learners through estimating project costs, creating budgets, and setting cost baselines.
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation
  Helps identify project risks and build actionable mitigation and response plans.

Key Outcomes:
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Develop clear project goals, scope, and timelines
• Apply predictive, adaptive, or hybrid planning approaches
• Create Work Breakdown Structures and task lists
• Estimate resources, budgets, and timelines using proven techniques
• Identify and manage project risks proactively

This course is ideal for teams involved in project delivery, operations, or change management—especially where alignment, predictability, and risk awareness are critical.

Effective project execution depends on more than just tools and timelines—it requires clearly defined roles, aligned responsibilities, and structured collaboration. Kubicle’s latest course, Project Roles and Responsibilities, provides a comprehensive guide to the key players in any project, helping organizations improve communication, accountability, and performance across teams.

This course is designed to support cross-functional collaboration and enable professionals to understand their responsibilities within varied project environments.

Course Overview: Project Roles and Responsibilities
This course explores how project teams are structured, the critical functions of each role, and how to foster effective leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle.

Included Lessons:

• Project Roles Overview
  Introduces the four primary project roles—project manager, sponsor, team members, and stakeholders—and their contributions to project outcomes.
• The PM – Responsibilities and Competencies
  Outlines the core duties of the project manager, including planning, execution, monitoring, and the leadership and strategic skills required to succeed.
• The PM – Ethics and Professional Conduct
  Examines how ethical principles—responsibility, respect, fairness, and honesty—inform project decisions and leadership behavior.
• The Project Sponsor
  Explores the sponsor’s role in strategic oversight, resource allocation, and high-level support for project governance.
• Project Team Members
  Defines the responsibilities of team members and introduces the RACI model to clarify accountability and streamline coordination.
• Organizational Structures and Project Impact
  Analyzes how different organizational models (functional, matrix, projectized) affect decision-making, authority, and communication.
• Stakeholders
  Identifies internal and external stakeholders and examines their role in shaping project direction and delivery.
• Stakeholder Engagement Strategies
  Provides tools for mapping stakeholder influence and tailoring engagement approaches based on interest and impact.
• Communication: Tools and Channels
  Explores communication styles and platforms, helping learners choose appropriate tools for context and audience.
• Building a Communication Plan
  Guides the creation of structured communication plans aligned to stakeholder needs and project phases.
• Leadership Styles
  Introduces various leadership approaches and the importance of emotional intelligence in project environments.
• Building a High-Performing Team
  Focuses on building team cohesion, navigating conflict, and applying motivational strategies through the stages of team development.

Key Outcomes:
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Identify key project roles and define their responsibilities
• Understand how organizational structure affects project communication and authority
• Apply ethical principles in project management practices
• Engage stakeholders effectively through tailored strategies and structured communication
• Choose leadership styles and communication tools that support team success
• Build, manage, and sustain high-performing project teams

This course is ideal for organizations aiming to strengthen cross-functional collaboration, align teams around clear expectations, and improve project leadership at all levels.

Effective project management is a critical capability across industries, enabling teams to deliver work more efficiently and align with strategic goals. At Kubicle, we are continuing to build our project management curriculum with our newest course, Getting Started with Projects. This course introduces the key principles, tools, and stages of project management—designed to build foundational knowledge that supports improved execution, collaboration, and organizational alignment.

This course is suitable for learners who are new to project-based work or who support initiatives that require structured planning and delivery.

Course Overview: Getting Started with Projects
This course provides a practical introduction to managing projects in a business environment. It covers the full project lifecycle—from planning to execution and closure—and equips learners with frameworks to manage time, scope, risk, and stakeholder expectations more effectively.

Included Lessons:

• Intro to Project Management
  Outlines the purpose and value of structured project management in driving operational efficiency and strategic execution.
• The Project Manager
  Explores the role of a project manager and how they lead teams, influence stakeholders, and navigate organizational dynamics.
• Lifecycle and Methodologies
  Introduces key project methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and how they structure the project lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Defining Scope
  Covers how to define project scope, prevent scope creep, and set boundaries using clear documentation.
• Deliverables and Milestones
  Explains how to structure outputs and checkpoints to track progress and maintain accountability.
• Planning
  Introduces planning tools such as Work Breakdown Structures and estimation methods to create realistic project plans.
• Budgeting and Resource Management
  Focuses on aligning budgets and resources to project objectives, with guidance on estimating costs and managing constraints.
• Scheduling
  Demonstrates how to build effective schedules using tools like Gantt Charts and Critical Path analysis.
• Risk Management
  Provides tools to identify, assess, and mitigate risks to improve project resilience and adaptability.
• Stakeholder Management
  Covers best practices for identifying stakeholders, managing expectations, and maintaining engagement throughout the project.
• Execution and Performance Tracking
  Outlines strategies for monitoring progress, ensuring quality, and using KPIs to assess project health.
• Closure
  Details the steps for closing a project effectively, including performance reviews and lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Key Outcomes:
After completing this course, learners will be able to:

• Determine the difference between projects and operations
• Assess the relative strengths of different scheduling techniques
• Accurately outline the scope of a potential project
• Determine the difference between deliverables and milestones
• Draft a work breakdown structure
• Identify tools like Gantt Charts and Critical Path Method
• Identify the potential risks of a given project
• Identify key stakeholders for a given project

This course supports organizations looking to build core project management capabilities across business functions. It can be used as an onboarding resource, a foundation for cross-functional teams, or part of a wider learning path on operational excellence.