Software Project Management - with Problem Solving

Software Project Management (SPM) equips students with the knowledge and skills to effectively plan, execute, monitor, and deliver software projects within scope, time, and budget constraints. This course emphasizes the importance of balancing technical, managerial, and organizational aspects in software development.

Students will learn industry-standard methodologies, frameworks, and tools to manage projects, including Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall. Topics include project initiation, risk management, resource allocation, scheduling, cost estimation, quality assurance, and stakeholder communication. Case studies and practical exercises will enable students to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios.

By the end of the course, students will have a comprehensive understanding of how to handle project complexities, adapt to changing requirements, and ensure successful project delivery.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Understand the fundamentals of software project management processes and frameworks.

2. Develop project plans, including scope definition, resource estimation, and scheduling.

3. Identify and mitigate risks associated with software development projects.

4. Use tools and techniques for tracking progress and maintaining project quality.

5. Apply Agile and Scrum principles in project management.

6. Foster effective team communication and manage stakeholder expectations.

7. Evaluate project performance and ensure alignment with business goals.

8. Project Planning: Scope management, Work breakdown structure (WBS), Estimation techniques (e.g., Function Point Analysis, COCOMO)