Foundations of IT Project Management

Gain the knowledge and tools needed to effectively manage IT projects from start to finish. This comprehensive course explores the fundamental principles of project management, tailored specifically for IT initiatives. By the end, you'll be adept at handling project scope, schedules, resources, and risks while ensuring alignment with corporate policies and security requirements. Starting with the essentials, you'll learn what defines a project and how IT projects fit into larger programs and portfolios. From there, the course dives into IT-specific concepts, including infrastructure, cloud models, and enterprise software, providing a solid foundation for managing technology-driven projects.

Next, you'll delve into security considerations critical for IT projects, such as physical, operational, and data security. You'll also explore compliance and privacy issues, ESG factors, and corporate IT policies. Finally, the course concludes with an in-depth exploration of project management methodologies like Agile, Waterfall, and DevOps, and frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe. This course is ideal for IT professionals, project managers, and anyone looking to specialize in IT project management. With no prior knowledge of project management required, this beginner-to-intermediate course is your gateway to mastering IT project management fundamentals.