
Data Science and Analytics Project Management
Development Academy of the Philippines

Course Overview
Effective data science and analytics project management ensure that the organization, big or small, will be able to reap the benefits of a well-planned and properly managed project, resulting in satisfied stakeholders and achievement of business objectives. Participants of the course gain knowledge on project management processes, the efforts required for each process group, and best practices to successfully implement data science and analytics projects. Through exercises and use case discussions, participants move toward understanding the concepts, to practical applications.
What You Will Learn
Upon completion of this course, the learners are expected to:
- recognize what a data science and analytics project is
- gain knowledge on how to initiate a project, along with the creation of necessary supporting documentation
- develop a project management plan for analytics projects which will include the project’s scope, schedule, budget, roles, defined quality standards, and risks involved
- determine how to execute, monitor, and control a project
- recognize what it takes to properly deliver and close out a project
Course Instructors

Colleen Toledo
Subject Matter Expert

Bronell Gonzales
Subject Matter Expert
Course Content
Week 1: Introduction to Project Management
7 Videos | 2 Activities
7 Videos
- Welcome to the course!
- Project Definitions
- Project Management Frameworks
- Different Types of Agile Framework
- When and Where to Use Each Framework
- Project Examples
- Summary
2 Activities
- Recall Activities
- Exit Assessment
Week 2: Initiation: How and Where to Start a Project
7 Videos | 2 Activities
7 Videos
- Why are projects initiated?
- Project Initiation
- Business Case
- Project Charter Template
- Tips During Project Initiation Phase
- Project Example
- Summary
Activities
- Recall Activity
- Exit Assessment
Week 3: Planning: How and Where to Start a Project
4 Videos | 2 Activities
4 Videos
- Project Planning Definitions
- Steps in Project Planning
- Project Examples
- Summary
2 Activities
- Recall Activity
- Exit Assessment
Week 4: Execution: How to Carry Out a Plan
4 Videos | 2 Activities
4 Videos
- Project Execution Definitions
- Tips in Executing a Plan
- Project Examples
- Summary
2 Activities
- Recall Activity
- Exit Assessment
Week 5: Monitoring, Controlling, and Closing: The Finish Line
5 Videos | 2 Activities
5 Videos
- Project Monitoring and Closing Definitions
- Tips in Monitoring and Controlling
- Example Monitoring and Controlling
- Project Closing
- Key Takeaways
2 Activities
- Recall Activity
- Exit Assessment