ACM SIGUCCS 2025 Conference

The SIGUCCS Academy Project Management microcredential track equips higher education. IT professionals with essential project management skills focused on user-centered outcomes. This series covers core strategies in planning, developing user stories to prioritize needs, and applying practical tools to execute projects efficiently. Each one-hour session builds skills that enable participants to lead projects with clarity, focus, and effectiveness. Participants who complete the series will leave with a comprehensive understanding of project management, from planning and stakeholder engagement to execution and refinement.

Session 1: Project Management 101 for IT Managers
Instructor – Beth Rugg

Session 2: Gathering User Stories
Instructor – Elizabeth Young

Session 3: Breaking Down and Managing Tasks
Instructor – Mitchell Ochi

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