IT Project Management

GENERAL INFORMATION

About the course: Welcome to the “IT Project Management” — your gateway to mastering the intricacies of managing Information Technology projects. This course is meticulously designed, drawing inspiration from the PMBOOK while not confining itself solely to its pages. Here, we delve into a comprehensive curriculum that extends beyond conventional boundaries, equipping students with a robust skill set for effective IT project management.

Key Highlights:

1. Comprehensive Approach: Our course is crafted to provide a holistic understanding of IT project management. We leverage the foundational principles from PMBOOK but enrich the learning experience with additional insights, case studies, and contemporary best practices.
2. Certification Readiness: Participants in this training program are uniquely positioned to embark on certification journeys. The course lays a solid foundation for certifications such as Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I), PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), and Project Management Professional (PMP).
3. Practical Application: Beyond theoretical concepts, we emphasize practical application. Through real-world scenarios and hands-on exercises, students gain the skills necessary to navigate the dynamic landscape of IT project management.
4. Expert Instructors: Learn from seasoned professionals with extensive experience in IT project management. Our instructors bring a wealth of industry knowledge, ensuring that students receive practical insights and guidance throughout the course.
5. Interactive Learning: Engage in a dynamic learning environment. Our course promotes interaction, collaboration, gamification, and the exchange of ideas among participants, fostering a community of learners.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking to enhance your skills or a newcomer eager to dive into the world of IT project management, this course caters to diverse needs. Join us on this educational journey, where theory meets practical application, and propel your IT project management career to new heights.

Program: The “IT Project Management” course at Education Realm is designed for a diverse audience, including project managers, IT professionals, agile practitioners, certification aspirants, entrepreneurs, and entry-level professionals. It offers a comprehensive skill set, prepares participants for certifications such as PSM I, PMI-ACP, and PMP, provides practical insights, and fosters networking opportunities for career advancement in the IT industry.

Course Objective: The “IT Project Management” course aims to equip participants with essential project management skills rooted in PMBOOK principles. It goes beyond the book’s scope, preparing students for certifications like PSM I, PMI-ACP, and PMP. The course emphasizes practical application, enabling effective project management in diverse IT scenarios and fostering professional growth, including:

• Develop a deep understanding of IT project management principles.
• Acquire skills to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close IT projects successfully.
• Explore agile methodologies and their application in IT project management.
• Prepare for industry-recognized certifications, enhancing career opportunities.
• Build a portfolio of practical project management experience.

Skills gained during the course: Participants in the “IT Project Management” course acquire a comprehensive skill set, including proficiency in applying PMBOOK principles to real-world IT projects. They develop strong project management capabilities, agile methodologies expertise, and the ability to navigate the complexities of IT project lifecycles. Additionally, students gain valuable insights into Agile practices and methodologies, certification preparation, enhancing their competency in diverse project management scenarios. Below is the list of main qualifications:

1. Project Management Proficiency: Acquire a strong foundation in project management principles, emphasizing practical applications in IT contexts.
2. Agile Methodologies Expertise: Develop a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, with a focus on Scrum practices, ensuring adaptability in dynamic IT project environments.
3. Certification Readiness: Prepare for industry-recognized certifications such as Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I), PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), and Project Management Professional (PMP).
4. IT Project Lifecycle Mastery: Navigate the complexities of IT project lifecycles, from initiation to completion, gaining insights into effective planning, execution, and monitoring.
5. Risk Management: Learn to identify, assess, and mitigate risks specific to IT projects, ensuring proactive management of potential challenges.
6. Stakeholder Communication: Develop strong communication skills for effective collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring project requirements align with organizational goals.
7. Team Leadership: Cultivate leadership skills tailored to IT project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive working environment.
8. Problem-Solving in IT Contexts: Hone the ability to analyze and solve problems unique to IT projects, fostering innovation and efficient decision-making.
9. Quality Management: Understand and implement strategies for maintaining high-quality deliverables within the IT project framework.
10. Scalable Project Planning: Learn to adapt project planning strategies to the dynamic nature of IT projects, ensuring scalability and flexibility throughout the project lifecycle.

Course format: Online or offline. The course consists of lectures, presentations, self-study, and reading professional literature. It involves independent practical work on project documentation, presentations, discussions, and test assignments.

Knowledge assessment: Tests close to the real tests for PMP certification at www.pmi.org website.

Preliminary requirements for students:

1. B1 (Intermediate English). Since the main literature about the course is mainly available in English, as well as the certification exams for which the student can begin to prepare independently after completing this course, also in English, the student must understand the essence of the questions on a variety of topics.

Examples of texts for understanding and translation:

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Ryan is a project manager of a software development project, which is in mid of execution and running with many issues and threats. Sponsor asks him to prepare necessary documents in order to terminate the project. What should the project manager review to know the general terms and conditions and the termination clause?

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In a construction project, thunderstorm has damaged lot of raw materials required for the project. The project manager instead of taking any preventive measures bought an insurance policy to handle this threat. Now, the Insurance Company has denied paying out the insured amount.

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2. Basic knowledge of IT technology at the level of the IT Essentials course.