IT Project Management (CSTP 1301)

In this course students will learn how to develop and implement an IT project plan. Given the specifications for a software system, students plan and work as a team to develop a system for the client. Students are exposed to Project Management best practices. Students will assume a role, analyse and prepare required documents, participate in project meetings, assess risk, plan for quality testing, perform schedule management, and maintain budget requirements. Student are introduced to Microsoft Project, Microsoft Sharepoint, and will receive an overview of common project management concepts through a hands-on approach. The emphasis is on project development as a process, with collaboration and proper communication between team members and the project stakeholders.