Training
Internal and external project concept training is available. Start with understanding the high level picture and benefits of project management by viewing the overviews. Then attend CMD training, "in person" PM training on campus which is very good and economical. See links above.
Specific ‘how to’ PM training for ITS is available online in the next section. (WSU PM Role Training). Please note that some links may require you to login.
WSU PM Role Training
ITS Projects have a team of named resources fulfilling different roles. Each role builds expertise and is needed at the next level.
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Sponsors
- Provide the high level deliverables and how they tie to WSU’s goals, success criteria, funding, and final sign off.
What can I see on my Projects?
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Stakeholders
- Anyone within the process directly or indirectly impacted by the project.
What can I see on my Projects?
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Student Worker
- Valued contributers to ITS' projects, using most of the same tool sets as any other ITS Team Member.
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Team Members
- Are the only reason projects are accomplished. They do the work of design, build, test and support during and after rollout. Here are the basics of being a great team member!
Team Member PageIssues & Risks Training VideoRisk Content Matrix
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Project Managers
- Facilitate a successful project by staying on abreast of all the requests, activities, risks and issues. They are key in coordinating, working ahead and advocating both diverse stakeholders needs and support for team members who may need training or tools. If you have not taken CMD’s Project Essentials on site class, please do so.
Team MeetingsPM ArticlesHow to create a Card Wall PlanHow to create a Waterfall PlanLessons Learned ArticleProject Audit Checklist
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Resource Managers / Directors
- Form or shape projects to be successful, providing the needed resources, tools, training and guidance needed to complete a project. There are many resource articles available once you've signed in.