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The document outlines a course on Project Management, specifically designed for third-year students in the Bachelor of Science in Information Systems program. It covers essential topics such as project management concepts, IT project manager roles, project development life cycles, and successful management tips. The module aims to equip learners with the necessary skills to analyze and manage information systems projects effectively.

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The document outlines a course on Project Management, specifically designed for third-year students in the Bachelor of Science in Information Systems program. It covers essential topics such as project management concepts, IT project manager roles, project development life cycles, and successful management tips. The module aims to equip learners with the necessary skills to analyze and manage information systems projects effectively.

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--Course Overview—

Project Management is an important course for those who are in


need to manage their works at school or even at home. This is
an essential starting point for students taking this course to
be able to learn the basics, knowledge and skills of managing
a project even without formal training on being a project
manager.
In this course, students will be taught the ways on how to
better understand the management of a chosen information
systems project. In a step-by-step process learners will be
able to absorb ideas in the planning, scope, scheduling and
cost management of their project from the start to end.
Moreover, as someone who is a primary contributor to the
success of their project, they will be taught of ways on how
to become an effective project manager in delivering their own
project. Thus, absorbing the different project management
skills will therefore benefit their project no matter how big
or small it is.

Purpose of the Module

IS 3217, Information System Project Management


module is intended for students enrolled in the course
Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, preferably
the third-year college. Due to the limited face to face
interaction with the students, this module will guide the
learners in acquiring knowledge with regards to the
subject, despite the circumstances. This is purposely
designed to help the learners better understand the
subject matter.
This module can be printed but is strictly not for sale.
Its purpose is for the learners to learn not earn.
Module Guide

This module is divided in to 5 topics with several sub


topics. Each module chunk contains lessons,
discussions, video links, activities and assignments.
Shown below are the topics for this course.
1. Introduction to project management.
- Definition, concept, benefits and advantages.
- Tips for successful IT project management
2. Project Management Growth: concept and definition
3. IT Project Managers
- Functions
- Challenges faced by IT project managers
4. Project Development Life Cycle
- Waterfall Model
- SDLC Model
- Agile Model ‘
- Iterative model
- Spiral model
- V-shaped model
5. Project Management phase
- Project initiation
- Project planning
- Project execution
- Closing down
Module Outcome

At the end of each module, learners will be able to:


1. Use the concept of project management in critically
analysing an information systems project.
2. Develop and acquire a strong group foundation in creating a
project.
3. Develop information systems project following the phases
and cycle of project management.

Module Requirements

At the end of this semester, learners will be able to submit,


1. 3 information systems project title and concept and present it on
class.
Learners are also expected to submit their activities on a given period of
time. A printed copy or soft copy will be accepted by the subject instructor
as long as it is neat, clean and readable.

Tips for Successful IT Project Management:

1. Clear Requirements Definition

 Document detailed technical specifications


 Get stakeholder sign-off on requirements
 Use prototypes or mockups to validate understanding

2. Realistic Planning

 Account for technical dependencies


 Build in contingency time for unexpected issues
 Consider team expertise and learning curves
 Break down complex tasks into manageable components

3. Strong Communication
 Regular status updates to stakeholders
 Clear documentation of technical decisions
 Effective collaboration between development teams
 Transparent issue reporting and escalation

4. Risk Mitigation

 Regular security assessments


 Backup and recovery planning
 Change management procedures
 Performance monitoring and testing

5. Team Management

 Build cross-functional teams with complementary skills


 Provide necessary technical training
 Maintain clear roles and responsibilities
 Foster collaboration between development and operations

6. Quality Control

 Implement code review processes


 Establish testing protocols
 Set up continuous integration/deployment
 Monitor system performance metrics

7. Change Management

 Control scope creep


 Document all change requests
 Assess impact on timeline and resources
 Maintain version control

8. Vendor Management

 Clear service level agreements


 Regular vendor performance reviews
 Effective contract management
 Integration planning with existing systems

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