IT 301: Project Management I

Explores project management frameworks and methodologies aligned with the Project Management Institute (PMI) PMBOK guide. Topics include scope management, work breakdown structures (WBS), project scheduling (critical path method), resource allocation, cost budgeting, risk assessment, and quality control.

• PMBOK project management knowledge areas: integrating project scope, schedule, and cost baselines in IT 301
• Earned Value Management (EVM): calculating CPI, SPI, CV, SV, and estimate at completion (EAC) for Project Management I
• Risk management planning: qualitative probability-impact matrix analysis and quantitative Monte Carlo simulations in IT 301
• Project procurement and quality management: contract types, QA audits, and stakeholder communication plans at Purdue Global