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Management for IT Professionals

Learn leadership skills that will help you succeed as a manager in the IT field by exploring different decision-making techniques. This course focuses on developing a successful leadership style that facilitates team building, collaboration, and a corporate culture that promotes success.

$2,295.00 (USD)

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                                390 Course Hrs
                            

                                Code
                                    GES405
                            
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                                6 Months
                            
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speedSelf paced

Overview

Objective

What you will learn

Learn to think about budgeting in a strategic, integrated manner
Gain strategies to solve problems and challenges on a collaborative basis
Understand the legal issues involved in operations, including agency and employment law
Learn seven management disciplines
Develop a foundation for negotiating with great awareness and effectiveness
Learn about the key areas of business management

How you will benefit

Begin your career as an IT professional or develop your existing skills to move up at your current job
Learn to communicate and lead a team effectively
Understand how to successfully run a department and what financial and legal regulations you'll be held to
Discuss ways in which you can benefit your organization, from decision making to cultural shifts, that will make you an asset to any team

Outline

Management Issues in the IT Environment
1. Introduction and Components of a Successful Manager
2. Organizational Culture and Change
3. Power and Perceptions
4. Leadership and Risk
5. Strategies, Decision Making, Empowerment, and Accountability
6. Customer Relationship Management and Quality
7. Human Resource Management
8. Financial Accountability
9. Summary
Collaborative Problem Solving
1. Introduction
2. Backgrounds, Management, and Leadership
3. Communication, Motivation, and Development
4. Summary
Strategic Management in Operations
1. Introduction and Overview
2. Definitions and Business Models
3. Categories of Strategies
4. Strategic Planning Models
5. Creating Strategic Alternatives
6. Implementation
7. Conclusion
Business Best Practices
Financial Accounting for IT Managers
1. Introduction and Overview
2. Importance of Financial Statements
3. The Balance Sheet
4. The Income Statement
5. Statement of Cash Flows
6. Financial Ratios
7. Conclusion
Legal Issues in Operations
1. Introduction
2. Sources of Law
3. Agency and Employment Law
4. Torts Law
5. Sales and Products Liability
6. Intellectual Property
7. Ethics
8. Summary
Organizational Leadership and Decision Making
1. Introduction and Overview
2. What Is a Leader
3. Sources of Power in Leadership
4. Leadership Theories
5. Transformational Leaders
6. Decision Making and Empowerment
7. Accountability
8. Summary
Organizational Development and Change
1. Introduction and Overview
2. The Culture of an Organization
3. Types of Culture
4. Organizational Change
5. The Human Side of Change and Resistance
6. Summary
Negotiating Strategies
1. Introduction
2. Steps in Negotiating
3. Tools in Negotiating
4. Types of Negotiations
5. Personality Types
6. Preparing for Negotiations
7. BATNA and Summary
Seven Management Disciplines
1. Introduction and Overview
2. Strategy Management
3. Human Resource Management
4. Technology Management
5. Production and Operations Management
6. Sales and Marketing Management
7. Customer Experience Management
8. Financial Management
9. Risk Management
10. Summary
Budgeting Essentials
1. Introduction
2. The Concept of Budgeting
3. Activity Based Budgeting
4. Factors to Consider in Budgeting
5. Production Planning
6. Inventory
7. Sample Budget and Summary
Persuasive Communication
1. Introduction
2. Fundamentals of Communication
3. Knowing the Audience
4. The Power of Listening
5. Credibility of the Speaker
6. Evidence in Persuasion
7. Emotion in Persuasion
8. Organizing the Argument
9. Summary

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Prerequisites

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FAQs

Can I register for a course if I am an international student?

Yes, ed2go courses are completely online. However, keep in mind that not all certifying bodies or industry-specific certifications are recognized internationally. Please review your country's regulations prior to enrolling in courses that prepare for certification.

Does this course prepare for a certification?

No.

When can I start the course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive six (6) months to complete the course.

What if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

The course instructor will be available by email to answer any questions and provide feedback on your performance. Occasionally, your course may be supported by a team of industry experts. You will also receive support from the student advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Am I guaranteed a job?

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

Can I get financial assistance?

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.

How can I get more information about this course?

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