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Want to develop your career in IT and learn how to effectively manage technology projects? The „IT Project Manager” course is the perfect solution for you! Under the supervision of experienced experts, you will gain knowledge and skills that will allow you to plan, coordinate and implement IT projects at the highest level.
What will you learn?
- Project management in accordance with Agile, Scrum, Waterfall methodologies.
- Creating schedules, resource planning and setting key milestones.
- Managing IT teams – programmers, testers, analysts – and effective communication within the team.
- Identifying and minimizing risks in IT projects and responding to changes.
- Monitoring progress, managing the budget and reporting results.
The course combines theory with practice, so you will learn how to manage both small and complex technology projects. Our program is aimed at both people taking their first steps in project management and those who want to improve their existing skills.
Join us and develop your career in IT!
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Program kursu
- 11 Sections
- 67 Lessons
- 100 Hours
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- 1. Key Issues in ManagementIn today's world, technology is an integral part of our lives. Therefore, IT project management is becoming increasingly crucial to the success of an organization.8
- 1.1The Role of a Project Manager in an IT Organization
- 1.2Project Life Cycle
- 1.3Differences between traditional (waterfall) and agile approaches
- 1.4How to learn and gain experience?
- 1.5Suggestions for additional materials
- 1.6Practical exercises
- 1.7Summary
- 1.8Test – Key Issues in Management30 Minutes15 Questions
- 2. Key competencies of IT project managersAn overview of soft and hard skills, certifications, and self-development materials for IT project managers.5
- 3. Methodologies and tools in IT project managementThe module discusses various approaches and techniques used in IT project management, from traditional waterfall methods to flexible agile methods.6
- 4. Planning, Scheduling and Estimating IT ProjectsThe module will focus on key aspects of IT project management: planning, scheduling and estimation. You will learn how to define the project scope, what estimation techniques to use in different contexts and how to create and maintain a schedule using popular tools.9
- 4.1Creating a project scope
- 4.2WBS and RACI Matrix
- 4.3Estimation Methods
- 4.4Scope and schedule management
- 4.5Project Risk Management
- 4.6The role of stakeholders in planning
- 4.7Monitoring project progress
- 4.8Exercises and practical tips
- 4.9Test – IT Project Planning, Scheduling and Estimation30 Minutes15 Questions
- 5. Communication and Stakeholder Management in IT ProjectsThis module will help you understand the key aspects of communication and stakeholder management in IT projects. You will learn how to build effective relationships, lead meetings, and manage expectations.8
- 5.1Creating a communication plan
- 5.2Building relationships with stakeholders and managing expectations
- 5.3Meeting tools and techniques (daily stand-up, retro, review)
- 5.4Intercultural Communication
- 5.5Communication in Remote Projects
- 5.6Conflict Management
- 5.7Practical workshops
- 5.8Test – Communication and Stakeholder Management in IT Projects30 Minutes15 Questions
- 6. Risk, Change and Quality Management in IT ProjectsModule dedicated to managing risk, change and quality in IT projects. In the following lessons we will discuss key aspects of these areas, presenting both basic concepts and advanced practices.9
- 7. Building and Managing an IT Project TeamThe module will help you understand the key aspects of building and managing an IT project team. We will discuss team roles, motivation techniques, building a culture of cooperation and trust, and practical tips.9
- 7.1Roles in the project team
- 7.2Motivating and developing team members
- 7.3Building a culture of cooperation and trust
- 7.4Exercises and practical tips
- 7.5Managing Team Diversity
- 7.6Fundamentals of team culture
- 7.7Practical workshop
- 7.8Summary
- 7.9Test – Building and Managing an IT Project Team30 Minutes15 Questions
- 8. Monitoring and Reporting Progress in IT ProjectsThe module covers key aspects of monitoring and reporting progress in IT projects, focusing on tools and techniques that help in effective project management.7
- 9. IT Project Formal Closure: A Comprehensive GuideThis module will help you understand and apply best practices for formally closing an IT project, from confirming achievement of objectives to handover to maintenance.7
- 10. Career paths in IT project managementThis module introduces the different career paths in IT project management, from classic roles to specializations and development opportunities. You will learn about certifications, networking and continuous improvement to succeed in this dynamic industry.9
- 10.1Career paths in IT project management
- 10.2Further Certifications and Education
- 10.3Networking and communities (meetups, conferences, industry groups)
- 10.4Continuous Improvement: Ideas and Practical Steps
- 10.5The Future of IT Project Management
- 10.6Organizational culture and the success of IT projects
- 10.7The biggest challenges in IT project management
- 10.8Summary
- 10.9Test – IT project management career paths30 Minutes15 Questions
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