IT Project Management

This course covers the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to information systems project development activities in order to meet or exceed stakeholder needs and expectations. This course examines the defining characteristics of IT projects and introduces the student to a variety of project management techniques that can be applied in an IT project context. The course is designed to complement existing information technology knowledge, skills, and experience with the project management skills requirement to effectively manage development projects that involve computer hardware, computer software, and telecommunications technology. Managing scope, time, cost, and quality will be explored. The course will cover management issues associated with packaged software implementation, in-house developed systems, and outsourced projects.