2 YR ORDINARY DIPLOMA IN IT PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP

Course Duration: 2 Years (4 semesters, including holidays and attachment)
Course Fee: 30,000 Kenyan Shillings per semester (each semester takes 3 months)

Course Overview:

This course focuses on the principles of IT project management, leadership skills, agile methodologies, and strategic management of IT projects from initiation to completion.

Year 1

Semester 1: Introduction to IT Project Management

Week 1-2: Introduction to Project Management

Overview of Project Management Principles
Role of a Project Manager
Project Lifecycle Phases
Setting Up Project Management Tools

Week 3-6: Project Initiation and Planning

Project Charter and Scope Statement
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Project Scheduling and Resource Management
Practical Exercises

Week 7-10: Project Execution and Monitoring

Agile Project Management Methodologies
Scrum Framework and Practices
Task Tracking and Progress Reporting
Mini Project

Week 11-14: Risk Management in Projects

Identifying and Assessing Project Risks
Risk Response Planning
Risk Monitoring and Control
Practical Exercises

Week 15-16: Semester Review and Assessment

Review of Key Concepts
Practice Projects
Mid-Semester Exam

Semester 2: Leadership in IT Projects

Week 1-4: Leadership and Team Dynamics

Leadership Styles and Approaches
Building High-Performance Teams
Motivation and Conflict Resolution
Practical Exercises

Week 5-8: Stakeholder Management

Stakeholder Identification and Analysis
Communication Strategies
Stakeholder Engagement and Influence
Mini Project

Week 9-12: Quality Management

Quality Planning and Assurance
Quality Control Techniques
Continuous Improvement Processes
Practical Exercises

Week 13-14: Procurement and Vendor Management

Procurement Planning and Strategies
Vendor Selection and Contract Management
Supplier Relationship Management
Practical Exercises

Week 15-16: Semester Review and Assessment

Review of Key Concepts
Practice Projects
End-of-Semester Exam

Year 2

Semester 3: Advanced IT Project Management

Week 1-4: Agile Project Management

Agile Methodologies (e.g., Kanban, Lean)
Agile Project Planning and Execution
Agile Metrics and Performance Measurement
Practical Exercises

Week 5-8: IT Governance and Compliance

IT Governance Frameworks (COBIT, ITIL)
Compliance Requirements (e.g., GDPR, ISO standards)
Auditing and Risk Management in IT Projects
Mini Project

Week 9-12: Strategic IT Project Management

Strategic Planning in IT Projects
Aligning Projects with Organizational Goals
Project Portfolio Management
Practical Exercises

Week 13-14: Change Management

Managing Organizational Change
Change Control Processes
Impact Assessment and Stakeholder Communication
Practical Exercises

Week 15-16: Semester Review and Assessment

Review of Key Concepts
Practice Projects
Mid-Semester Exam

Semester 4: Capstone Project and Industry Applications

Week 1-4: Capstone Project

Project Planning and Design
Implementation of IT Project Management Project
Portfolio Development
Final Presentation and Evaluation

Week 5-8: Industry Attachment

Attachment in IT Project Management Roles
Applying Skills in Real-World Projects
Industry Best Practices
Practical Experience

Week 9-12: Professional Development

Career Pathways in IT Project Management
Building a Professional Portfolio
Networking and Career Development
Practical Exercises

Week 13-16: Course Review and Final Exam

Comprehensive Course Review
Practice Projects
Final Exam

Attachment

Students will undertake an industry attachment to gain practical experience in IT project management and leadership. This attachment period allows students to apply their knowledge in real-world IT projects, preparing them for leadership roles in managing and delivering successful IT initiatives.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive an "Ordinary Diploma in IT Project Management and Leadership" certificate, recognizing their expertise and skills in leading IT projects and teams.