Course Outline
1. Introduction to Project Management for Government
- Introduction to project management: definitions and roles of projects, processes, programs, portfolios, and project management within an organization.
- The golden triangle of project management: key areas and considerations in managing a project.
- Approaches and standards in project management: traditional "Waterfall" methods and modern "Agile" methodologies.
- Selecting the appropriate approach for government projects: understanding the project life cycle and adapting to the unique characteristics of governmental initiatives.
2. IT Projects for Government
- Definition and key characteristics of managing IT projects within a government context.
- Common causes of failure in IT projects and strategies to mitigate these risks.
- Key success factors for ensuring the successful completion of IT projects in the public sector.
- The life cycle of an IT project, from initiation to closure.
- Discussion of RUP (Rational Unified Process) and MSF (Microsoft Solutions Framework) methodologies and their application in government IT projects.
- PMBoK (Project Management Body of Knowledge) and its integration with RUP and MSF methodologies.
- Prince2 and its compatibility with Agile methodologies, particularly the Prince2Agile approach.
3. IT Project Planning for Government
- The project charter: defining the purpose, outcomes, and benefits of an IT project to ensure clear scope and objectives.
- Project deliverables and quality criteria: identifying specific outputs and setting standards to ensure business value and accountability.
- Project environment and structure: understanding the impact of stakeholders and organizational structure on effective project execution.
4. IT Project Scheduling for Government - From Product to Task
- Approaches to project scheduling: methods based on activity, product, and resource structures.
- Work breakdown structure (WBS), network diagrams, and milestones: foundational elements of classical scheduling techniques.
- Kanban boards: tools for project scheduling in Agile environments.
- RACI matrix: a framework for assigning resources to projects effectively.
5. Risk Management in IT Projects for Government
- Models of risk management in projects and their application in government settings.
- Risk identification and assessment techniques to proactively address potential issues.
- Risk imaging and response planning: strategies for effective risk mitigation.
- Evaluating the value of comprehensive risk management practices in IT projects for government.
6. Communication Management for Government
- Creating a communication plan: determining what, when, where, and how to communicate effectively within government projects.
- Structure of effective messages: ensuring clear and factual communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Crisis communication and conflict resolution strategies for maintaining project stability.
- Communicating added value and project benefits within the organization to foster a pro-project culture.
7. Change Management in IT Projects for Government
- Potential areas of change within an IT project: identifying and managing changes effectively.
- Defining project change tolerance and documenting changes to maintain control and transparency.
- Managing project buffer and bottlenecks to ensure smooth project progression.
- Quality and business value change management: using registers, indicators, and configuration libraries to track and manage changes.
- Cultivating a change mindset as the foundation for a pro-project attitude within government organizations.
8. Team Management for Government
- Structure and transformation of project teams: understanding the stages of team development and fostering effective collaboration.
- Leadership models in project teams: strategies for managing and leading project teams effectively.
- Communication styles, motivation techniques, and task delegation to enhance team performance.
- Tools and techniques for promoting effective team collaboration within government projects.
9. Project Quality Management in IT for Government - Approaches to Defining and Ensuring Quality Delivery
- Acceptance criteria and test-driven development: methods for ensuring project quality and meeting delivery standards.
10. IT Project Schedule Management for Government
- Schedule management in terms of time, cost, and scope to ensure project success.
- Reporting and monitoring systems tailored to the specific needs of government projects.
- Schedule management techniques in classical approaches, including critical path analysis.
- Project monitoring using Kanban boards: applying Agile methodologies to track progress effectively.
11. Project Closure for Government
12. Start, Stop, Continue - Summary of Potential Changes in "My Project Area" for Government
Requirements
The training does not require any additional preparation for government participants.
Testimonials (5)
workshops, practical cases
Joanna Nowak - LKQ Polska Sp. z o. o.
Course - Introduction to Agile Testing
team exercises
Dan
Course - SAFe® for Teams
Trainer is very knowledgeable on the subject and able to provide real world examples through his experience.
Nouf
Course - Agile Software Testing with Continuous Integration
sharing experiences and sharing other materials not included in the package.
BRYAN SANTOS - Mizuho Bank Ltd - Manila Branch
Course - Agile Business Analysis
I really enjoyed this training! As much interactive as it could be given current virtual set up. Very structured and clear way of sharing the knowledge! It definitely feels that the trainer has an extensive expertise in working in SAFE. I'd recommend this trainer a lot!
