2-Year 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
Weekly Commitment: Minimum of 2 hours per day
Course Overview:
This course equips students with the skills and knowledge required to effectively manage IT projects and lead teams in the technology sector. It covers project management methodologies, leadership strategies, risk management, and the use of project management tools and software.
Year 1
Semester 1: Introduction to IT Project Management
Week 1-4: Fundamentals of Project Management
- Overview of Project Management
- Project Life Cycle and Processes
- Project Stakeholders and Communication
- Practical Exercises: Developing a project plan
Week 5-8: IT Project Planning and Scheduling
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Gantt Charts and Project Scheduling
- Resource Allocation and Budgeting
- Practical Exercises: Creating project schedules using MS Project
Week 9-12: Leadership in IT Projects
- Leadership Theories and Styles
- Team Dynamics and Motivation
- Conflict Resolution in Project Teams
- Practical Exercises: Leading a project team
Week 13-16: Project Scope and Quality Management
- Defining and Managing Project Scope
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Tools for Quality Management (e.g., Six Sigma, TQM)
- Practical Exercises: Implementing quality management in a project
Semester 2: Advanced IT Project Management Techniques
Week 1-4: Risk Management in IT Projects
- Identifying and Assessing Risks
- Risk Mitigation Strategies
- Developing a Risk Management Plan
- Practical Exercises: Conducting risk assessments for IT projects
Week 5-8: Agile and Scrum Methodologies
- Introduction to Agile Project Management
- Scrum Framework and Practices
- Implementing Agile in IT Projects
- Practical Exercises: Managing a project using Scrum
Week 9-12: IT Procurement and Vendor Management
- Procurement Processes and Contract Management
- Selecting and Managing Vendors
- Negotiation Techniques in IT Procurement
- Practical Exercises: Drafting procurement documents and contracts
Week 13-16: Project Monitoring and Control
- Tracking Project Progress and Performance
- Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Managing Changes and Updates in Projects
- Practical Exercises: Monitoring a project's progress using tools like Jira
Year 2
Semester 3: IT Project Leadership and Strategy
Week 1-4: Strategic IT Management
- Aligning IT Projects with Business Strategy
- Strategic Planning and Execution in IT
- Balancing Innovation and Risk in IT Projects
- Practical Exercises: Developing an IT strategy plan
Week 5-8: Financial Management for IT Projects
- Budgeting and Cost Estimation Techniques
- Financial Reporting and Analysis for IT Projects
- Return on Investment (ROI) in IT Projects
- Practical Exercises: Budgeting and financial analysis of a project
Week 9-12: Change Management and Organizational Leadership
- Managing Organizational Change in IT Projects
- Change Management Models (e.g., Kotter's 8-Step Model)
- Leading Through Change and Transition
- Practical Exercises: Implementing change management in a project
Week 13-16: Legal and Ethical Issues in IT Projects
- Understanding Legal Aspects of IT Projects
- Ethical Issues in IT Project Management
- Compliance and Regulatory Considerations
- Practical Exercises: Conducting a compliance audit for an IT project
Semester 4: Capstone Project and Industry Internship
Week 1-4: Capstone Project
- Conceptualizing and Planning an IT Project
- Implementing Project Management Practices
- Final Presentation and Portfolio Development
- Practical Exercises: Completing and presenting the capstone project
Week 5-8: Industry Internship
- Hands-on Experience in IT Project Management
- Applying Project Management Techniques in Real-World Projects
- Networking with Industry Professionals
- Practical Experience: Working on live projects during the internship
Week 9-12: Professional Development and Career Planning
- Building a Professional Portfolio and Resume
- Job Search Strategies and Interview Preparation
- Understanding Industry Standards and Best Practices
- Practical Exercises: Preparing for a career in IT project management
Week 13-16: Course Review and Final Exam
- Comprehensive Review of All Topics Covered
- Practice Projects and Final Assessments
- Final Exam and Evaluation
Certification:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a "Diploma in IT Project Management and Leadership," recognizing their expertise in managing IT projects and leading teams. This certification will prepare them for roles such as IT Project Manager, Team Leader, or IT Consultant, with opportunities in various sectors including technology, finance, healthcare, and more.