Introduction

Welcome to the "IT Project Management and Delivery" course. This five-day program is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge required for effective management of IT projects. Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical applications, participants will learn to plan, execute, and deliver successful IT projects on time and within budget.

Objectives

• Understand the fundamentals of IT project management.
• Learn how to effectively plan and execute IT projects.
• Gain insights into risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Acquire skills to manage project teams and stakeholders.
• Master project delivery and post-project evaluation techniques.

Course Outlines

Day 1: Introduction to IT Project Management

• Overview of IT project management principles
• Project lifecycle and methodologies
• Role of an IT project manager
• Initiating an IT project: Scoping and objectives
• Case studies: Successful IT projects

Day 2: Project Planning and Execution

• Developing a project plan and timeline
• Resource allocation and budgeting
• Scheduling techniques and tools
• Executing project tasks and deliverables
• Monitoring and controlling project progress

Day 3: Risk Management and Mitigation

• Identifying potential risks and issues
• Risk analysis and prioritization
• Developing risk mitigation strategies
• Implementing risk management plans
• Communicating risks to stakeholders

Day 4: Stakeholder and Team Management

• Identifying and analyzing stakeholder interests
• Communication strategies for stakeholders
• Building and leading effective project teams
• Conflict resolution and team dynamics
• Harnessing collaboration and productivity tools

Day 5: Project Delivery and Evaluation

• Finalizing project deliverables and documentation
• Conducting project delivery reviews
• Measuring project success and KPIs
• Post-project evaluation and lessons learned
• Project closure and future recommendations