Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Who am I and why am I taking project management?

My name is Jimmy Lai. I actually got a Master Degree and Major in System and Networking and I am currently a working professional in the tech field.

Since nowadays it become so important to have combination experience in not only technical skills but also management ability. I decide to take the program in order to build my management skills. I always want to lead a project in the company however because I don’t have that kind of business management knowledge, I could not done it well. The other reason, of course is that I want to become my own boss, it is everybody’s dream, I believe. Learning how to manage your business is nothing more important than that. Without project management and required business foundation, it is very difficult to be successful in this full of competition world.

Also, in a short term, it would be very beneficial for me if I can have both M.S and MBA degree in hand. I guess it would be much easier to jump into management position. I hope after this program, I can gain lots useful and essential techniques and skills no matter for short or long term. Let’s do it~~!!

Project Management!!!!

S.M.A.R.T Goal~!!

Specific
Well defined
They are clear to anyone that has a basic knowledge of the project

Measurable
Have some means to be able to know if the goal is obtainable or how far away completion is.

Agreed Upon
Have agreement between the users and the project team on what goals should be

Realistic
Looking at the resources, knowledge, and time available can the goal be accomplished

Time-Framed
How much time is needed to accomplish the goal
Having too much time can affect the project performance