Project Management
Duration: 4 Days
This course delves into the unique challenges of managing projects, and offers a roadmap to success. It was designed to address the skills inventory and performance outcomes that you need to be successful in today’s volatile environment.
Prerequisite
None
Target Audience
IT and Non IT Professionals
Course Objectives
• Gain a solid foundation in PMI’s Project Management Framework.
• Skills development and tool/technique utilization critical for IT Project success
• Acquire the skills to use the best emerging, cutting edge IT Project Management tools and techniques for IT Projet Success
• Use the Project Framework to effectively and immediately gain control of your projects
Course Materials
Developing & Implementing IT Project Management Techniques course manual
Project +: Study Guide by William Heldman and Lona Cram
Course Outline
I. What can project management do for me?
Project management is the application of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to project activities to meet project requirements. Learn why it is so critical to perform this task effectively.
II. Challenges of Managing Projects
There are many challenges unique to managing projects, including competing technical and business demands, seemingly endless business reengineering and increased responsibility and accountability created through downsizing, outsourcing and increased accountability. What can you do about it?
III. Initiating the Project
A good start is integral to the success of any project. Get off on the right foot by aligning with the appropriate strategy and getting buy-in from the right people.
IV. Project planning
The actual plan is the essential tool to success; without it you have nothing. Learn to integrate the scope, resource management, risk, quality, cost, procurement, schedule, and communications plan into your day-to-day realities.
V. Estimating Project Costs and Schedules
Even with a good plan, competing demands inevitably pull the project manager in many directions. Arm yourself with tools to make these challenging situations easier.
VI. Execution - Putting the Plan in Motion
Getting it done is a success. It can be a challenge to work the plan and handle curveballs. Learn to manage your team and the plan to accomplish your goals.
VII. Taking Control of the Project
Changes, challenges and the unexplained inevitably creep into projects. Learn how you can control their effect on your project.
VIII. Completing the Project On Time/On Budget
At the end of any job, look back and see what you could do better next time.
But - most importantly, celebrate the end of the project.
IX. Next Steps to Grow as a Project Manager
So you want to do more…
X. Project + Certification Knowledge areas
XI. Project + Test Prep
XII. Tips and Tricks
