REVIEWS:
Some of the reviews when the course launched on Udemy:
"Brilliant course, would highly recommend!"
"This course was recommended to me, and I am very thankful to have had the opportunity to learn more about Risk Management. This course offered a wealth of knowledge and encompassed more techniques and a more precise understanding than previous courses I have studied online and in person. Thank you."
"Liam is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about this, and communicates it all very clearly and in a way that makes it easy to understand and implement"
"Liam has been a great guide for game production for years. This course gets in depth into a subject that is very important to me and I've been getting a lot from it. I really recommend enrolling."
"A fantastic course which delves into depths of Risk Management with resources, examples and stages. The course ended up covering all questions and situations I had in my head."
"Liam is highly knowledgeable and responsive to feedback! I think the course is very informative and highly relevant to those in game development. As a co-founder of an indie studio I wish I had this knowledge while in pre-productions. All of the tools and experiences shared here are very appreciated and I look forward to more classes from Liam for all folks in their game development journey."
"His course should be part of the curriculum for various Game Development classes. It contains information that is relevant not only to production but to every single role in the industry."
Welcome to "Risk Management in Video Game Development", your in depth guide to mastering risk management in the fast paced world of game development. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the gaming industry, this course will provide you with the essential knowledge and practical skills to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across all phases of game development ensuring your projects are completed on time, within budget, and with minimal disruptions.
Course Highlights:
Foundations of Risk Management: Gain a strong understanding of core risk management principles, focusing specifically on how risks affect video game development. Learn how risks related to technology, finances, and team dynamics can impact timelines and project scope.
Identifying Key Risk Factors: Learn to identify the unique risks present at each stage of the game development lifecycle, from pre production through post launch. Analyze how technical issues, budget constraints, and team management can become significant risk factors in both small indie and large scale AAA projects.
Risk Assessment Tools: Develop your proficiency with industry standard risk assessment tools such as risk matrices and probability impact charts. Learn how to prioritize risks by their severity and likelihood, and gain the ability to make informed decisions on resource allocation to minimize project threats.
Risk Frameworks and Strategies: Explore various risk management frameworks that you can implement to effectively mitigate common risks, including legal, financial, and technical challenges. From crisis management to preventive strategies, you will learn how to prepare for unforeseen challenges and adapt quickly when they arise.
Crisis Management Techniques: Understand how to manage materialized risks by implementing effective crisis management strategies. Through case studies and simulations, you will practice responding to crisis scenarios and learn how to reduce their impact on project timelines and costs.
The Three Levels of Focus: Dive deep into the project, program and portfolio levels of risk management. Learn how each level affects the lens through which you identify and mitigate risk and the communication empowerment within and across each.
Building Risk Communication Skills: Master the art of risk communication. Develop strategies to communicate risks effectively to stakeholders, including how to draft clear and comprehensive risk reports and deliver presentations that keep your team informed and prepared for any potential issues.
Developing Comprehensive Risk Management Plans: Bring everything together by learning to create a thorough risk management plan. You will cover everything from identifying and assessing risks to mitigating and monitoring them over the course of your game development project. Submit your plan for peer review and receive actionable feedback.
What You Will Learn:
Identify and Assess Risks: Gain the skills to recognize and evaluate risks that arise during different stages of game development.
Mitigate Risks Effectively: Learn how to apply industry recognized frameworks to manage and reduce risks to ensure your project stays on track.
Crisis Management: Develop strategies to manage risks that have already occurred and minimize their impact on your game development project.
The Six Steps of Risk Management: Learn the flow to identify, mitigate, communicate and monitor risks. Iterate and improve. Empower yourself and your teams with practical advice and examples.
Communicate Risks: Master risk reporting and communication strategies to keep your stakeholders informed and engaged.
Why Enroll?
Whether you are a game developer, producer, project manager, indie studio owner, or someone entering the gaming industry, this course will provide you with the tools and techniques needed to navigate the risks associated with game development. From initial concept to final launch, you will be able to confidently manage and mitigate risks, ensuring your projects run smoothly and successfully.
Enroll now and take control of your projects success with effective risk management strategies designed specifically for video game professionals.