Name: Software Project Management for BCA 4th Semester PU Chandigarh
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Elevate your understanding of project management with the essential textbook, Software Project Management, authored by the leading experts Kirandeep Kaur and Ruby. Published by the esteemed Kalyani Publishers, this book is specifically curated for students pursuing a BCA 2nd year program and delving into the 4th semester curriculum at Panjab University, Chandigarh.

As the software industry continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, the need for effective project management strategies is paramount. "Software Project Management" serves as a comprehensive guide to navigating the complexities of managing software projects, making it an invaluable resource for any BCA student aspiring to excel in this field. The authors bring a wealth of knowledge and industry experience to the table, ensuring that the content is not only academically rigorous but also practically relevant.

This textbook covers the fundamental principles and methodologies that are essential for successful project management in the software sector. Beginning with the foundational concepts of projects and the evolution of software economics, the book provides a solid grounding in project management theories. The transition from theory to practice is seamless, with discussions on the latest software tools designed for effective project management, emphasizing the necessity of utilizing technology in today’s fast-paced work environments.

One of the standout features of Software Project Management is its pragmatic approach to team dynamics. The authors delve into the intricacies of project staff acquisition, team formation, and development, offering readers the insights necessary to foster collaboration and productivity among diverse groups. This focus on team management is particularly beneficial for students who will eventually lead teams in their professional careers.

As you progress through the book, you will encounter essential topics such as project scope management, time management, and cost estimation—all critical components for managing resources effectively and meeting project deliverables. The rich array of content not only prepares students for their exams but also equips them with key skills that are highly sought after by employers in the tech industry.

Furthermore, this book encourages a hands-on learning experience, integrating case studies and real-world examples that resonate with the challenges faced by software managers today. By engaging with this material, students will learn to analyze complex scenarios and develop strategic solutions, thereby strengthening their ability to think critically and act decisively in high-pressure environments.

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Unit 1

1. Concepts of Project ( Page No. 1.1- 1.16)

2. Concepts of Project management ( Page No. 2.1- 2.15)

3. Evolution of Software Economics and its Improvement ( Page No. 3.1- 3.21)

Unit 2

4. Software Tools For Project Management ( Page No. 4.1- 4.10)

5. Project Staff Acquisition, Team Formation And Development ( Page No. 5.1- 5.13)

6. Model Based Software Architectures ( Page No, 6.1- 6.14)

7. Project Integration Management ( Page No. 7.1- 7.21)

Unit 3

8. Project Scope Management And Control ( Page No. 8.1- 8.8)

9. Process Instrumentation And Seven Core Metrics ( Page No. 9.1- 9.12)

10. Interative Process Planning And Process Automation ( Page No.10.1- 10.16)

11. Concepts Of Project Organisation ( Page No. 11.1- 11.17)

Unit 4

12. Project Time Management : Concept & Process ( Page No. 12.1- 12.13)

13. Project scheduling Tools: PERT/CPM, Gantt Charts And Critical Chain Scheduling ( Page No. 13.1- 13.16)

14. Project Scheduling And Sequencing Concept, Importance And Process ( Page No. 14.1- 14.8 )

15. Project Cost Management : Concept, Principles, Importance And Resource Planning ( Page No. 15.1-15.12)

16. Software Project Cost Estimation : Concept, Cost Estimating Techniques And COCOMO Model ( Page No. 16.1- 16.23)

17. Software Project Cost Budgeting And Cost Control ( Page No. 17.1- 17.8)

External marks: 65

Internal Marks: 10

Time Duration: 3 hrs

Objective: To teach the students important concepts, terms related to various phases during the development of a software project. At the end of the course the student will be able to apply software project management techniques to manage a software project.

Note:

(i) The Question Paper will consist of Four Units.

(ii) Examiner will set total of NINE questions comprising TWO questions from each Unit and ONE compulsory question of short answer type covering whole syllabi.

(iii) The students are required to attempt ONE question from each Unit and the Compulsory question.

(iv) All questions carry equal marks unless specified.

UNIT-I

Software Project Management and Process Groups: Introduction to project and project management, role of a project manager in project management, a system view of project management, Stakeholders of Project, Project phases and product life cycles, Evolution of software economics, Improving software economics: reducing product size, software processes, team effectiveness, automation through software environment, Principles of modern software management.

UNIT-II

Project Management Framework: Project Management Framework, Software Tools for Project Management, Issues in Project Staff Acquisition and Team formation and Development, Model based software architectures, Workflows of the process, Checkpoints of the process.

Project Integration

UNIT - III

Scope Management: Scope management: project scope statement, Work breakdown structures, Scope verification and scope control, Process instrumentation and seven core metrics.

Software management disciplines: Iterative process planning, Project organizations and responsibilities, Process automation.

UNIT-IV

Project Scheduling: Time Management: Importance of Project Schedules, sequencing and scheduling activity, Project network diagrams, PERT/CPM, Gantt charts, Critical chain scheduling.

Cost Management: Project cost management - Importance and principles of Project cost management, Resource planning, cost estimating techniques and expert judgment, estimating by analogy, cocomo Model, Cost Budgeting and control.