Learning Outcomes
This assessment is designed to demonstrate the achievement of the intended module learning objectives. On completion of the assessment, students are able to:
1. Assess the business case for a project and recommend a strategy for reduction of uncertainties and the management of associated risk
2. Recommend a suitable structure and process for monitoring and control of a project
3. Select and apply appropriate tools and techniques for the planning and management of a project
4. Formulate a strategy for the implementation of change.
5. Select and apply an appropriate contract and pricing strategy
Introduction:
You are required to develop a strategic project plan in the form of a document not more than 4000 words, excluding appendices and references. There is considerable freedom of choice for a suitable project scenario. But, whatever scenario you choose, assessment is against specific criteria that originate in the module learning outcomes.
The module learning outcomes (1-5) are mapped to the following assessment criteria
1. Assess the business case for a project and recommend a strategy for reduction of uncertainties and the management of associated risk Assess the business case for a project and recommend a strategy for reduction of uncertainties and the management of associated risk
2. Recommend a suitable structure and process for monitoring and control of a project
3. Select and apply appropriate tools and techniques for the planning and management of a project
4. Formulate a strategy for the implementation of change.
5. Select and apply an appropriate contract and pricing strategy
You have to choose between:
- A suitable project area with which you are familiar, e.g. your workplace, or
- A well-publicized disaster, requiring a significant and sustained response, or
- A significant civil or construction, manufacturing or management (could also be an information systems) project (but not a scientific research project)
- If you still have issues you can email me or come and discuss
Tasks:
With your chosen scenario:
- Briefly describe the initial structure - set baseline of the project
- Create a strategic project plan with :
A strategic project analysis exercise
- A change strategy with enough detail for:
A business case
Project planning and management tools
Monitoring and control structure
A risk reduction strategy using an appropriate approach to risk identification.