Task RequirementsTopics relate keywords and concepts to real-world debates and problems in which culture and technology intersect. Discussion of these will run through the course. Many of the sources listed for topics here are not required but they are here as additional resources if you are interested. We will add additional resources, and quite possibly new topics, over the course of the semester. For your course project, you will ...
Introduction to The Museum Company CaseThe Museum Company is a critical incident that talks about the company’s cash inflow issue. Despite being very good at what it did and having a large backlog of contracts, MC had no positive cash flow at the end of each month. To respond to the issue, the company set-up project management training that, they believed, could potentially help the company’s leaders identify/solve the cash inflow ...
Assume that as part of your job application to a particular entity, you have been asked to write an assessment of the entity for the purposes of its risk management. This should be written in Report format (see later). The Report should be written assuming the reader has business knowledge but not specifically any technical accounting or risk management knowledge. Therefore, the target audience of the Report is for non-specialists in these ar...
Facts, Figures, and Technical Background This section describes the facts, figures, technical background and any other information that is needed to define the project being undertaken. The aims of the project should be justified in terms of their relevance in a technical/commerciallsocial context, given the financial and time constraints placed on the project. Previous work in the area should be described, along with an explanation of how th...
Section 1 Introduction (5%, 200 words) - Rationale behind the adoption of Project Management tools You are required to submit one detailed plan of this report for the group, which will be discussed and peer-reviewed in class. If you do not submit and pass this formative assessment work then the mark for the final report will be capped at 65%; All members of the group are collectively responsible for ensuring that all of the preparation work ...
Part 1: Project Selection, Stakeholder Identification, and Stakeholder AnalysisPart 1: Project Selection, Stakeholder Identification, and Stakeholder AnalysisFor this assignment, select a project from the following list.Office relocationEnterprise resource planning (or other large-scale information system)Automated car wash with multiple self-serve vacuum stationsWarehouse shopping centerCounty courthouse buildingOther: Subject to approval by ...
Establish conceptual understanding of the complex scenarios that multiple and major projects environments and settings have, including the relationships between projects, programmes or portfolios within host organizations.Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities: Critically appraise existing project management knowledge and identify areas that can improve aspects of project delivery for stakeholders through the application of proj...
Justifications of This PaperUnderstanding the effect of risk management on project performance in construction industry. 200-400 words. Description of why you have chosen this particular paper and what drew you to it. Justifications of This Paper 200-400 words. If relevant this can be a separate section discussing the unique attributes of this particular paper and why this was chosen 200-400 words. Background to the paper, the way the writer h...
Learning OutcomesLearning outcomes assessed by this courseworkThe full learning outcomes for this module are printed in the module guide (issued separately).This coursework relates to the following two learning outcomes.Analyse and evaluate the project management role in construction projects.Analyse the organisation and management requirements of construction projects.Appraise the overall process within which construction projects are conceiv...
ObjectivesThis Assignment aims to assess students’ understanding of the purpose and approaches to informal methods of construction design management introduced on the Module to enable them to make informed choices about design management in their own work circumstances. ObjectivesMore specifically, the Assignment will assess the following key learning outcomes: a) An understanding of design dependencies involved...
Description The subject of the Project Execution Plan is a project of the student’s own choosing. Students will not physically carry out a project but will use the ideas to develop a project plan and create a status report. Projects may vary widely and may include such areas as construction of a vacation home, installation of a LAN network, starting a new business, organizing a charity event, a marketing campaign, organizing a sports tourna...
Task: Identify the project quality plan’s purpose and how it meets specific project needs. Describe the method you will use for managing project quality by addressing the three major quality areas in Section 2.1. Manage QualityControl Quality Project Deliverables and Acceptance Criteria Briefly describe the background and context for the project. Identify the business value of the proposed deliverables. The project goals/objective...
Question: Schedules and Scope Changes First Draft Schedule for the Project: a Schedule based on time relationships only, Resource Loading, Cash Flows and the relevant write up Baseline Schedule and Developing the Baseline: process andpresentation Scope ChangeSection Report with a professional appearance with correctgrammar Project planning software files matching the 3 sections of the report and ...
Task: Learning Outcome:1. Develop and justify a project plan for a given scenario 2. Appraise project management roles and skills3. Analyse project risks and constraintsAssignment brief:Develop and justify a PROJECT PLAN giving a clear analysis of risks, controls and constraints of an identified project. Demonstrate the role and skills required to successfully manage your project Outline the research method you would use to evaluate stakehold...
Benefits of Project Risk ManagementOn successful completion of this assignment, students should be able to:Outline in detail different facets of project execution, monitoring, controlling, and closing;Explain specific inputs, tools, techniques, and outputs that allow project managers to execute, control, and close projects effectively;Explore the entire range of key issues and fully articulate the potential pros and cons of the possible measur...