This course offers an introduction to the principles and practices of project management within the context of IT projects. Students will learn to define and understand the fundamental aspects of project management, exploring core areas such as scope, time, cost, quality, risk, procurement, human resources, communications, and stakeholder management. The course also delves into various leadership theories, enabling students to build on their own style of leadership. Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical exercises, this course prepares students to lead and manage IT projects, ensuring they meet organizational goals while addressing both technical and managerial challenges. By the end of the course, students will be able to: - Describe what project management is. - Discuss the areas of scope, time, cost, quality, risk, purchasing (procurement), human resources, communications, and stakeholder management. - Describe leadership theories.
Module 2 Introduction
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Skills You'll Learn
Resource Planning, Project Management, Leadership Studies, Communication Strategies, Information Technology, Project Schedules, Stakeholder Communications, Scope Management, Project Risk Management, Cost Estimation, Project Management Life Cycle, Quality Management, Resource Allocation, Stakeholder Management, Procurement, Human Resources Management and Planning, Scheduling, Cost Management
Taught By
Brian Vanderjack
Adjunct Industry Professor