Risk Management In Video Game Development



Master key strategies to identify, mitigate, and communicate risks effectively for successful Game Development!


What you'll learn
Identify key risk factors in video game development projects and evaluate their potential impact on project timelines and budgets.
Apply risk management frameworks and strategies to mitigate common risks in game development, including technical, legal, and financial risks.
Develop a comprehensive risk management plan for a video game project, detailing risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring.
Utilize communication strategies to effectively report risks to stakeholders and ensure appropriate action is taken in a timely manner.
Analyze the lifecycle of video game projects to pinpoint phases with the highest risk exposure and implement proactive risk mitigation techniques.
Evaluate the role of risk culture in video game studios and recommend practices to foster a proactive risk management environment.
Apply quantitative and qualitative risk assessment tools to prioritize risks and allocate resources efficiently in a game development context.
Implement crisis management strategies to address risks that have materialized and minimize their impact on the project's success.
Identify unique risk factors in mobile game development, including platform restrictions, app store policies, and device compatibility issues.
Apply risk management techniques to address security vulnerabilities and data privacy concerns in live games, especially regarding in-app purchases and user d
Learn about the three levels of risk - project, program and portfolio - to enhance your risk management effectiveness
Requirements
There are no specific prerequisites for this course. It is designed for both students and professionals new to the games industry, as well as anyone interested in understanding risk management in game development. No prior experience in risk management or game development is required-just a passion for learning and a curiosity about managing risk in the gaming industry!
Description
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're 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'll 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'll 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'll 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're 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'll be able to confidently manage and mitigate risks, ensuring your projects run smoothly and successfully.Enroll now and take control of your project's success with effective risk management strategies designed specifically for video game professionals!
Overview
Section 1: Welcome to the Course! Introduction to Risk Management in Video Game Development
Lecture 1 Course Introduction
Lecture 2 Overview of Course Objectives
Lecture 3 Importance of Risk Management in Game Development
Lecture 4 Common Risk Factors in Video Game Projects
Lecture 5 Understanding the Three Levels of Risk
Lecture 6 Understanding the Lifecycle of Video Game Projects
Lecture 7 Understanding the Lifecycle of Risk Management
Lecture 8 Terminology in Risk Management
Lecture 9 Course Materials and Learning Support
Section 2: Module 1: Identifying and Evaluating Risks
Lecture 10 Assessing Severity and Likelihood
Lecture 11 Evaluating Impact
Lecture 12 Risk Mapping Techniques
Section 3: Module 2: What makes Game Dev Risks different?
Lecture 13 High Level Risks
Lecture 14 Staffing Risks
Lecture 15 Schedule and Budget Risks
Lecture 16 Specification Risks
Lecture 17 Change Management Risks
Lecture 18 External Partnerships Risks
Lecture 19 Agile & Lean Risks - and a pause
Section 4: Module 3: How we implement Risk Management
Lecture 20 The Six Stages of Implementing Risk Management
Lecture 21 Identify Risks
Lecture 22 Risk Categories
Lecture 23 Real Life Miro Examples
Section 5: Module 4: Analysis, Assessment and Mitigation
Lecture 24 Analyze and Assess Risks
Lecture 25 Develop Risk Mitigation Strategies
Lecture 26 Mitigation Strategies
Section 6: Module 5: Implement & Track
Lecture 27 Stage 4
Lecture 28 Implement and Track Mitigation Actions
Lecture 29 Project Level Actions - Agile
Lecture 30 Project Level Actions - Lean
Lecture 31 Project Level Responses Example
Section 7: Module 6: Reporting with the Risk Register
Lecture 32 Step 5
Lecture 33 The Risk Register
Lecture 34 Standard Components
Lecture 35 Common Formats
Lecture 36 By the Book Example
Lecture 37 Maintaining the Risk Register
Lecture 38 Common Pitfalls
Lecture 39 RAIDS
Lecture 40 RAID vs Risk Register
Lecture 41 Real Life Risk Register Walkthrough
Section 8: Module 7: Communicating Risks to Stakeholders
Lecture 42 Step 6
Lecture 43 Importance of Effective Communication in Risk Management
Lecture 44 Strategies for Reporting Risks
Lecture 45 Drafting Risk Reports
Lecture 46 Empowering Everyone Through Risk Meetings
Section 9: Module 8: Fostering a Proactive Risk Culture
Lecture 47 Evaluating Risk Culture in Video Game Studios
Lecture 48 Best Practices for a Proactive Risk Environment
Lecture 49 Strategies for Cultural Change
Section 10: Module 9: Crisis Management Strategies
Lecture 50 Implementing Crisis Management Strategies
Lecture 51 Reacting to Materialized Risks: Case Studies
Lecture 52 Simulations: Crisis Scenarios in Game Development
Lecture 53 Lessons Learned from Crisis Management
Section 11: PART TWO: Specific Game Industry Risk Management Topics
Lecture 54 Overview
Section 12: Module 10: Analyzing the GameDev Lifecycle
Lecture 55 Concept
Lecture 56 Pre-Production
Lecture 57 Production
Lecture 58 Alpha
Lecture 59 Beta
Lecture 60 Release
Lecture 61 Post-Release
Section 13: Module 11: Project, Program & Portfolio
Lecture 62 Three Lenses = 3 Overlapping Conversations
Lecture 63 Project Level
Lecture 64 Program Level
Lecture 65 Portfolio Level
Lecture 66 Interconnectivity between levels
Lecture 67 Summary of Differences and Integration
Section 14: Conclusion and Course Wrap-Up
Lecture 68 Summary and Certificate
Aspiring game developers and students who are looking to build a solid foundation in risk management before entering the video game industry. This course will equip them with essential knowledge to avoid common pitfalls in game development.,New professionals in the gaming industry who want to deepen their understanding of risk management and learn how to mitigate risks in projects, from technical challenges to budget and timeline constraints.,Project managers and team leads in game development who are looking for practical strategies to manage risks throughout the game development lifecycle, particularly in mobile gaming, and to ensure project success.,Freelancers and indie game developers who may not have formal risk management training but need to develop skills to handle risks in smaller teams or solo projects, where resource management is critical.,Business professionals or entrepreneurs entering the gaming industry who want to understand the risks associated with game development, from legal issues to financial risks, and how to mitigate them to safeguard their investments.


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