IT Leadership: Building and Managing High Performance Teams in

Introduction

The role of an IT director is critical in ensuring the successful delivery of IT projects. As organizations increasingly rely on technology to drive their business, the pressure is on IT leaders to deliver projects on time, on budget, and with the desired outcomes. This training course is designed to equip IT directors with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively lead IT projects from start to finish.

Outputs

At the end of this course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of IT project management and will be able to:
Develop a project charter and scope statement
Create a project schedule and plan
Develop and manage a project budget
Manage project risks and issues
Effectively communicate with project stakeholders
Use agile methodologies to deliver IT projects
Measure project success and make improvements

Objectives

The objectives of this course are to:
Provide a thorough understanding of IT project management principles and methodologies
Equip participants with the tools and techniques needed to manage IT projects
Develop the leadership skills necessary to effectively lead and motivate project teams
Provide participants with hands-on experience in planning, executing, and closing IT projects

Who Should Attend this course

This course is designed for IT directors, IT managers, project managers, and other IT leaders who are responsible for delivering IT projects. It is also suitable for anyone who wants to develop a deeper understanding of IT project management and improve their ability to lead successful IT projects.

Outline for 5 Days

Day 1: Overview of IT Project Management

- Introduction to IT project management
- Key principles and concepts of IT project management
- Understanding the project lifecycle
- The role of the IT director in IT project management

Day 2: Planning and Scheduling IT Projects

- Developing a project charter and scope statement
- Creating a project schedule and plan
- Resource planning and allocation
- Project risk management

Day 3: Managing the IT Project Budget

- Understanding project costs and budgeting
- Cost estimation techniques
- Managing project expenses
- Controlling project costs

Day 4: Delivering IT Projects with Agile Methodologies

- Introduction to agile methodologies
- Scrum and Kanban methodologies
- Managing project risks and issues with agile methodologies
- Measuring project success with agile methodologies

Day 5: IT Project Closeout and Continuous Improvement

- Project closeout and final deliverables
- Lessons learned and continuous improvement
- Making improvements to the IT project management process
- Preparing for future IT projects

Conclusion

By the end of this course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of IT project management and the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully lead IT projects. The hands-on experience and practical exercises will give participants the confidence they need to manage IT projects and deliver results.

Throughout the course, participants will have the opportunity to work on practical exercises and case studies to apply the concepts and skills they have learned. The course will also include interactive discussions and opportunities for participants to share their experiences and insights."