Introduction
Welcome to the "IT for Non-IT Project Managers" training course, developed by Cambridge for Global Training. In today's digital age, effective project management increasingly relies on understanding key IT concepts and processes.
This course is specifically designed for non-IT project managers who need to collaborate with IT teams or oversee IT projects. Through this course, participants will gain a solid understanding of IT fundamentals, enabling them to effectively communicate with technical teams, make informed decisions, and ensure the successful delivery of IT projects within their organisations. Whether you are a project manager in finance, marketing, or any other industry, this course will equip you with the essential IT knowledge to enhance your project management skills.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understanding IT Basics: Gain a foundational understanding of key IT concepts, terminology, and technologies to effectively communicate with IT professionals.
- Project Scope and Requirements Management: Learn how to elicit, document, and manage IT project requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder needs.
- IT Project Planning and Scheduling: Develop skills in IT project planning, scheduling, and resource management to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Risk Management in IT Projects: Identify and mitigate risks specific to IT projects, including security, data privacy, and technology-related risks.
- Quality Assurance and Testing: Understand the importance of quality assurance and testing in IT projects and learn how to ensure the reliability and performance of IT solutions.
- Change Management: Learn how to manage change effectively in IT projects, including assessing impacts, communicating changes, and addressing resistance.
- IT Project Governance and Compliance: Understand IT project governance frameworks and compliance requirements to ensure projects adhere to organisational policies and standards.
Who Should Attend
- Non-IT project managers who collaborate with IT teams or oversee IT projects.
- Business analysts and functional managers involved in IT project delivery.
- Project coordinators seeking to enhance their understanding of IT project management.
- Professionals transitioning into IT project management roles from other disciplines.
- Anyone interested in gaining a foundational understanding of IT for project management purposes.
