Please note, the cost associated with attending this course is $890 +GST and BF for Canterbury Tech Members, or $1190+GST and BF for non-members. We are assessing demand at this stage (hence not asking for payment yet) and so if you say you'd like to come, please note that the above costs will be associated with attendance.

Project Management For Tech

From chaos to clarity: Master the mindset, methods, and momentum of successful software delivery.

Course Overview

Whether you're launching your first digital product or wrangling a sprawling legacy system, this course equips you with the tools and mindset to lead IT projects with confidence. We'll cut through the jargon, spotlight real-world challenges, and show you how to deliver value — not just velocity.

What You’ll Learn

The Project Lifecycle: From Idea to Impact

Navigate the five essential project phases: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, and Closure
Unpack common pitfalls like scope creep, misalignment, and technical risk — and how to dodge them

The PM’s Role in Agile Teams

Understand the project manager’s evolving role in modern software delivery
Collaborate effectively with developers, QA, and stakeholders in Agile environments

Agile Mindset & Methodologies

When to go Agile, when to go traditional — and when to blend the two
A guided tour of Agile frameworks: Scrum, Kanban, Crystal, XP, SAFe, and Disciplined Agile
Learn what these actually mean in the wild (not just in theory)

Planning & Managing the Agile Way

Use Agile tools like sprints, stand-ups, and backlog grooming for smoother delivery
Visualise work and minimise overload with Kanban
Define scope and MVP to deliver what matters, faster
Build simple but effective roadmaps and timelines
Spot risks early and design around constraints
Build high-performing, motivated, and distributed teams with minimal fuss

Stakeholder Management Without the Drama

Manage expectations before they manage you
Master the art of meaningful communication: updates, demos, and difficult conversations
Handle shifting priorities without derailing the whole team

Keeping Projects on Track

Monitor progress without drowning in admin
Catch red flags before they catch you out
Run retrospectives that actually lead to improvement (not just complaints)

By the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To:

✅ Confidently manage an IT project from kick-off to close
✅ Choose and apply the right project delivery approach for the situation
✅ Work seamlessly within Agile teams and lead them towards common goals
✅ Communicate clearly and credibly with stakeholders at every level
✅ Keep projects healthy, teams motivated, and surprises to a minimum
✅ Foster continuous improvement through effective retrospectives

Perfect for: Aspiring or early-career project managers, product owners, team leads, or anyone responsible for keeping IT work on track - and delivering value, not just features.