INFORMATION SYSTEMS PROJECT MANAGEMENT (4 SCU)

Learning Outcomes :

Upon successful completion of this course, students are expected to be able to understand what project management means and how it improves the success of information technology projects ; demonstrate knowledge of project management terms and techniques ; apply project management concepts by working on a group project as a project manager or active team member ; use Microsoft Project 2003 and other software to help plan and manage a small project ; appreciate the importance of good project management.

Topics :

This course is designed to introduce technical and human aspects of information systems projects and how they inter-relate. In addition, this course covers how to apply the techniques in small to medium size projects, in terms of project estimation, scheduling, monitoring and controlling tools.