Software Projects Estimation

About the program

High degree of uncertainty and availability of limited information in the beginning, make the estimation of projects in any field risky, challenging and equally exciting . It is even more challenging in software field. If estimations are not properly done, the complete project becomes struggle for project manager and its team.

Therefore it is not only important to pick up the right methodology for estimation but also use it accurately so that appropriate commitment can be made and a quality software can be delivered on time and within budget.

This workshop focuses on four (WBS, Function Point Analysis, Use Case Points & Story Points) estimation methodologies.You will learn the estimation using these methodologies and their merits & demerits. Post this training participants will able to choose right methodology for their projects and use it accurately to estimate.

Highlights

Covers four methods – WBS, FPA, Usecase points & Story Points.

Also covers Agile project estimation.

Highly interactive training using case studies, audio/video and live discussions.

Comparison with pros and cons of each method.

Methods selection guide. What methods to use when?

Testimonials

Prasad Patil

Asst. Engr. PWD, Govt. of Maharashtra

"Excellent coverage by trainer. This course is very useful for those who are short of time & need full coverage of MS Project."

Shivanand Daddi

Business Head R & D, Scope T & M

"The implementation of project management has changed our work culture with increased efficiency and openness in the organization. Thanks to proper guidance of Mr. Vivek, because of whom it has become possible."

KK Bijani

Project Management Office, HCL Infosystem

"The training concluded today at our HCL office premises in Noida. We take this opportunity to thank Mr. Vivek Prakash for his efforts in ensuring that the training was a grand success."

Kunhunni . P . M

SQA Manager, BMC Software

"This is one of the best classroom training, I have attended, Very good interaction and the way it was delivered is highly appreciated"

Yogeshwar Bodas

General Manager, Mitsubishi Electric

"The training structure is amazing. I feel more confident with just 4 days of training program"If you can verbalize your expectations, Vivek can take care of fulfilling the same during his presentation."

Virtual Classroom

Aspirants can join from anywhere – office or home, at your ease.

Need not to travel to training location. Saving time and avoid traffic manoeuvre

Virtual classroom differes from e-learning, here you are not alone.

Recordings of all the sessions to revisit whenever required.

Support a greener world – No use of paper – 100% paper free.

Physical Classroom

More effective communication due to presence of body language.

More disciplined as being watched by the trainer all the time.

Social interactions make things more comfortable, better networking with other fellow participants.

More personalized as many clarifications are done over casual discussions.

As people are used to this mode of learning, they find it more comfortable.

Training Outline

The PMP Exam Prep Training will cover all aspects of project management and complete course as advised by PMI^(R).

The Foundation

Overview of estimation in software
Techniques in software estimation
Overview of FPA, WBS, UCP, Story Points

Let’s Understand estimation methodology

Understand WBS Estimates
Understand Use Case Points Estimates
Understand Story Points Estimates
Under Function Points Estimates

Type of count, scope, boundary

Counting data and transaction functionn
Calculating Un-adjusted function points
Calculate function points

Let’s Estimate a software development case

Estimating using WBS
Estimating using Use Case Points
Estimating using Story Points
Estimating using Function Points

A Comparative study of WBS, Use Case, Story Point and FPA

Understanding pros and cons of all the methodologies
Understanding parameters for selecting the right methodology

Case Study

Examining the requirements document
Defining scope and boundaries
Estimating using WBS, Use Case, Story Point and FPA

Trainer's Profile

The Founder and Chief Consultant at pmwares is a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and Microsoft Certified Professional with more than 25 years of experience. Currently, he is driving Project Manager’s Club of Pune – A not for profit initiative in association with College of Engineering, Pune (COEP)

Passionate about project management, he trains, coaches and mentors project managers, senior managers and leadership team to excel in project management and employ best practices. He provides advisory services to corporate for building strong project management capability, develop robust project management processes, setup effective project management systems and support managers on the job for implementation.

Vivek Prakash

Founder and Chief Consultant

Who can attend?

Team Leads

Project Managers

Architects

Sr. Managers

Team Memebers

& more…