MODULE TITLE: - Project Management

PROGRAMME: BA

SEMESTER: Semester Three

ACADEMIC YEAR PERIOD: February 2015 Semester

LECTURER SETTING ASSESSMENT: - Funsho Obilade

DATE ASSESSMENT SET AND LOADED ON TO STUDENT PORTAL:- February 2015

DATE ASSESSMENT TO BE COMPLETED AND SUBMITTTED:- May 2015

SUBMISSION METHOD/MODE:- Online via turnitin, in person

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Assessment Type: Case Study - [Individual Assignment – Maximum 2000 words]

ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS

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Indicative Assessment Requirements for the Module;-

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The assessment weighting for this aspect is 50%. Max 2000 Words - Individual----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Module Learning Outcomes to be Assessed:-

This module is designed to give students an opportunity to be an individual contributor, working on a project team to define, plan and manage a project. Particular focus is given to hands-on practice of the processes, developing a project plan, and using project management software to build and then present the project team results in class with a debrief of key points.

This module introduces Project Management and identifies the tools and techniques to resolve problems associated with bringing projects in on time and within an established budget. Discussion will include topics such as project scheduling, PERT/CPM, resource levelling, team dynamics and cost estimates. The student will learn how to develop project proposals and project reports

The student will learn the primary elements of Project Management to such an extent that he/she is able to develop a detailed project plan for a small or large- scale project. Additionally, the student will become familiar with negotiation, team building and quantitative estimation skills.

This module also focuses on both the manufacturing and service businesses and the internal and external operations involved at all levels of the supply chain in a global environment. Students will learn how the coordination of all the functions within these operations impacts on the movement and delivery of goods and/or services to the right place at the right time. Emphasis is placed on the importance of adopting a “total systems” approach by the firm and its networks, which enhance the value adding activities of the supply chain and its logistical application to achieve customer satisfaction. The module also demonstrates the strategic importance of developing and implementing comprehensive operations for both these types of business.

1. Learning Outcomes

Upon the successful completion of the module, the student should be able to:

LO1 - Understand the primary concepts and practices underpinning Project managementLO2 - Be able to devise and implement a project management planLO3 - Work effectively within a project teamLO4 - Understand the contexts for project management and project planning in a

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localized and/or global context

General instructions for all assignments:

Prepare the assignment in a word processor document to upload on to the portal.

Your name and student number should be included in the footer of each page of the assignment

document, and all pages should be numbered.

Start each question (if there are many) on a new page in the document and provide a heading

for each question. Paginate your document so that it is neatly presented.

The assignment must be submitted on or before the due date specified by the college. There are

penalties for late submissions.

Collusion and copying are not allowed. Each assignment must be done entirely by you. There are

severe penalties for copying and collusion including loss of marks in the assignment, failing the

entire subject or dismissal from the course.

Outside materials may be used in assignments but all such material must be quoted and

referenced if included verbatim. In general you should present your ideas and understanding in

your own words.

All written or essay type questions in this assignment are to be answered in writing using a word

processor. Use a proportionally spaced font such as Times Roman 12 point for normal, essay-

type written answers.

Referencing: Harvard Style

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Case Study

QUESTION 1

Define and describe an IT project of your choice.

Describe the attributes that make this a project.

(10 marks)

QUESTION 2

(a) Conduct a stakeholder analysis for 6 key stakeholders (3 internal & 3 external).

(10 marks).

(b) For this project define the most appropriate project development methodology with justifications (20 marks)

(30 marks)

QUESTION 3

Devise and implement a project management plan to include the following:

Work Breakdown Structure Organized by Product & Phase (20 marks) Risk Management (20 marks) Communication Strategy (20 marks)

(60 marks)

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