Prog. Mgmt. for Company & Stakeholder Success

Importance of Program Management in Company and Stakeholders' Context

a. Solve complex organisational issues using appropriate theories to underpin their analysis

b. Discuss the importance of Program management both internally within a company and also within the larger stakeholders’ context

Element 2, Individual Assignment, (3000 words),

Please note that you can deviate +- 10% from the word limit stated on each assignment.

a. Maximum (i.e. under) 3000

b. A maximum of 2 pages of appendices, 1 cover page, and 1 table of contents, and any references if applicable, will be in addition to the word limit. Words in any images or tables with data are not counted towards the word limit. One doc/dox file should be submitted.

Participants are asked to review a real-life program of their choice and write a 3,000 word report on the issues with the program, the impact of the program governance structure that was present, and thereafter make recommendations for how to improve program governance.

This assessment will require candidates to reflect on the theory learned in the classroom and apply it to a real-life program. Select a program where you can collect and analyse sufficient secondary data to derive meaningful and strong insights.

It may be in the public, private or third sector. This is not typical ‘research’, so sources may be from your selected organization’s website, your knowledge of the program, government and consultancy reports as well as journal articles.


	Illustrates an excellent level of understanding of complex issues in the subject. All requirements of the work are dealt with to a high standard and the work is free from all but isolated minor errors. The material is wholly relevant to the tasks. Excellent analysis, synthesis and critical reflection with the ability to tackle issues and questions not previously encountered. Evidence of independent and original judgment in relation to the resolution of the client’s needs and problems. Excellently presented in terms of structure and professional style	70-100%
	Illustrates a very good understanding of the issues in the subject, some of which are likely to be complex with some independent critical thought appropriate to the tasks. Most of the requirements of the work are covered with only a few gaps or minor and inconsequential errors. The material is largely relevant to the tasks and there is a good attempt at analysis, synthesis and critical reflection with evidence of some ability to tackle issues not previously encountered. The work is presented in a clear and well- organised manner with only minor spelling and grammatical errors.	60 -69%
Pass	The work displays good knowledge and understanding and its relevance to the task. The submission exhibits clear analysis and reasonable use of grammar, spelling and language. It may contain errors and lack fluency. Limited evidence of the ability to sustain a relevant argument or logical reasoning.	50 – 59%
	Exhibits an unsatisfactory grasp of the issues in the subject. Primarily descriptive and lacking in independent critical thought appropriate to the tasks. Weak or no attempt at analysis, synthesis and critical reflection with little evidence of ability to tackle issues not previously encountered. Poor spelling or other grammatical errors.	0 - 49%