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Technical Project Management

In just 3 days, you'll understand the unique challenges of managing IT and technical projects and discover how applying project management methodology can give you a step-by-step approach to tackling your toughest challenges. You'll discuss the value of planning, scheduling and how to manage scope. Use tools and techniques to establish a sound estimating process. Find out how to keep projects on track and evaluate project performance. And participate in communications exercises to help successfully lead project teams.

Seminar Number: 04251

5
(164 reviews)
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About This Course

Technology initiatives often require project leaders who understand both technical complexity and organizational coordination. This program focuses on helping professionals lead technology initiatives while aligning stakeholders and managing risk. Participants explore frameworks commonly used in IT project management training and technical project manager training, strengthening planning, communication and delivery capabilities.

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Who Should Attend

  • R&D professionals, IT, developers, engineers and scientists
  • Analysts and plant managers
  • Anyone else who administers IT and technical projects

  •   In-Person3 Day(s)
    1.8 CEU, 18 CLP, 18 PDU
  •   Live Online3 Day(s)
    1.8 CEU, 18 CLP, 18 PDU
 
 

In just 3 days, you'll understand the unique challenges of managing IT and technical projects and discover how applying project management methodology can give you a step-by-step approach to tackling your toughest challenges. You'll discuss the value of planning, scheduling and how to manage scope. Use tools and techniques to establish a sound estimating process. Find out how to keep projects on track and evaluate project performance. And participate in communications exercises to help successfully lead project teams.

  • Apply WBS and network development
  • Identify potential problems and solve them using troubleshooting techniques
  • Track projects more effectively
  • Create status reports that show top management where budgeting, scheduling and manpower trends are headed
  • Cope with tight IT and technical project schedules
  • Getting an overview of essential project management tools for an IT and technical environment
  • Learning project planning: beginning with scope management
  • Defining and creating an IT and technical project WBS
  • Developing a dynamic project schedule
  • Establishing a sound estimating process
  • Exploring tools and techniques for project risk management
  • Monitoring and controlling projects
  • Identifying the project’s performance measurements

The Project Management Framework

  • Define the Basic Project Management Framework
  • Describe Key Project Management Terminology
  • Explain Project Constraints and the Project Triangle
  • Differentiate Between Operations and Projects
  • Describe Project Management in a Business Context

Initiate the Project

  • Explain How Projects Are Initiated
  • Distinguish Project Requirements and Product Requirements
  • Summarize the Purpose of a Project Charter
  • Compare Predictive and Iterative Software Development Models
  • Develop SMART Requirements for a Product Requirements Document
  • Select Appropriate Information-Gathering Techniques

Identify the Work

  • Discuss the Purpose of a Kickoff Meeting
  • Develop a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Estimate the Work

  • Apply Guidelines to Improve Estimates Accuracy
  • Compare Estimating Techniques for IT and Software Projects
  • Calculate the Required Number of Iterations

Schedule the Work

  • Explain Task Dependencies
  • Sequence Tasks Using a Precedence Diagramming
  • Develop the Project Schedule

Create the Budget

  • Calculate Project Personnel Costs
  • Estimate Project Expenses Needed for Project Success
  • Differentiate Between Bottom-Up and Top-Down Cost Planning
  • Select Appropriate Cost Planning Based on Project Needs

Complete the Plan

  • Develop a Project Communications Plan
  • Explain Project Risk Management Processes
  • Summarize the Purpose of a Project Procurement Plan
  • Justify the Use of Project Reserves

Execute the Plan

  • Prepare a Project Status Report
  • Assess Project Health Using Key Indicators
  • Facilitate an Effective Project Status Meeting
  • Explain the Change Control Process

Close the Project

  • Identify the Elements of Both Administrative and Contractual Project Closure Procedures
  • Describe the Different Ways That Projects Can Be Terminated
  • Explain the Importance of a Repository and Lessons Learned

View a Sample of Our Reviews

5

164 reviews

 
The course leader was very knowledgeable about the topic. The real world examples really helped to put the material into perspective.
5
Cody T.
 
IT SUPPORT SPECIALIST
 
Industry: Education
The course was well laid out, easy to follow and very informative. Instructor was simply fantastic! Her energy made the course enjoyable and provided an awesome learning environment.
5
Brianna S.
 
Report Analyst
 
Industry: Retail
This course gave me a great fundamental understanding of the language and tools used in project management. There are processes that were new to me and motivated me to want to implement in our company. The instructor kept out attentions, kept us engaged, and gave us activities that allowed us to apply the material we learned.
5
Jamie S.
 
Lead Engineer
 
Industry: Business Services
This is a very good course for someone (like me) who has been placed in a project manager role and has been doing the job for a little while, but had no formal training.
5
Rachel M.
 
Manager
 
Industry: Manufacturing
This was a great intro to technical project management. I have a lot of ideas to bring back to my tech leads and PM's. The instructor was very knowledgable and was able to give great insight from experience.
5
Tiffany J.
 
Portfolio Mgr
 
Industry: Business Services

American Management Association is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and is accredited to issue the IACET CEU.

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In-Person Schedule

1 Session Available

Live Online Schedule

4 Sessions Available

  • $2,895.00 Non Members
  • $2,595.00 AMA Members
  • $2,567.00 GSA
Date Duration State City Zip
  2027-03-17 2027-03-19 Mar 17, 2027 - Mar 19, 2027 3 Days NY New York 10019 New York Register Now

Frequently Asked Questions

I’m a technical professional who was asked to manage a project. Will technical project manager training help?

Yes. Many engineers, developers and IT specialists are asked to lead projects without formal project management training. This technical project manager training focuses on the practical tools technical professionals need to plan projects, coordinate teams and keep work moving forward. Participants learn how to define scope, manage timelines, and communicate effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders.

What will I learn in this technical project management course?

This technical project management course focuses on the real challenges technical leaders face when managing projects. Participants learn how to plan technical initiatives, coordinate work across teams, and manage risks that often arise in engineering and IT environments. The course also covers communication strategies that help technical project managers keep stakeholders informed and aligned throughout the project lifecycle.

How is technical project management different from traditional project management?

While traditional project management focuses on scheduling, budgeting and coordination, technical project management also requires understanding complex systems, technical constraints and evolving requirements. Technical project managers often work closely with engineers, developers and technical teams, which means they must bridge the gap between technical execution and business goals.

Who should attend this technical project manager course?

This technical project manager course is designed for engineers, developers, IT professionals, analysts and other technical specialists who manage or contribute to technical projects. It is especially valuable for professionals transitioning from individual contributor roles into positions where they are responsible for planning and coordinating technical work.

How does IT project management training help technical teams deliver projects successfully?

Effective IT project management training helps technical leaders organize work, manage dependencies and communicate clearly with stakeholders. By applying structured project management practices, technical teams can reduce confusion, address risks earlier and keep projects aligned with business priorities.

Is this course useful for experienced technical professionals moving into leadership roles?

Yes. Many experienced technical professionals eventually take on leadership responsibilities within projects. This technical project manager training helps participants build the management and communication skills needed to guide teams, coordinate complex work and ensure technical projects achieve their intended outcomes.
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