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[Featured Image]: Project Management Team discusses methods to be used on the latest project.

Agile vs. Scrum: Which Should You Use, and Why?

Scrum is a method for project management that uses Agile principles. Use this guide from Coursera to understand the differences between Agile and Scrum, what they are used for, when you can use them, and some alternatives.

November 7, 2022

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[Featured Image] An Agile coach stands at a podium, leading a training session.

What Is an Agile Coach? And How to Become One

An Agile coach helps scale Agile project management processes across multiple teams or throughout an entire organisation.

November 7, 2022

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[Featured Image]: Project Manager working with a team member to clearly define the scope of the project.

Scope Creep: What It Is and How to Prevent It

Learn about project management and the importance of controlling scope creep. Scope creep can jeopardise your entire project. Discover more about what it is and how to manage it with this guide from Coursera.

November 7, 2022

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[Featured Image]: Project manager discussing project plan with a team member.

How To Design a Project Plan That Works in Four Steps

Use this project planning guide to help you understand how to plan timelines, tasks, people, and project documentation in a step-by-step process.

November 7, 2022

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[Featured Image] Two data scientists work together on a desktop computer.

Data Science in Business Guide: Benefits, Uses, and More

Explore the benefits of using data science in business. Learn about certifications you can achieve in data science and how to apply them to your business.

November 7, 2022

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[Featured image] Project coordinator smiles while talking to a coworker in front of s window

What Do Project Coordinators Do and How Do You Become One?

Find out what project coordinators do, the core skills that are needed to become an effective project coordinator, why you might want to pursue this career, and how to get into project leadership roles with this guide from Coursera.

November 7, 2022

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