1. Do you agree with the growing need for better project management, especially for information technology projects? Why or why not? If possible, give some examples/scenarios. (Your response should be about 2-4 paragraphs in length.)
2. Do you think there are better definitions of success for projects besides meeting scope, time, and cost goals? If yes, what are they? If possible, give some examples/scenarios. (Your response should be about 2-4 paragraphs in length.)
3. Go through some online research and find an example of a real-world IT project where spending more time on planning has helped reduce time spent on executing. Briefly describe the example in 2-4 paragraphs in length. Be sure to cite references in your response.
4. How does recent trends such as globalization, outsourcing, and virtual teams affect IT project management? Do some research and describe your response in 2- 4 paragraphs in length. Be sure to cite references in your response.
5. Based upon your learning in MIS 361 describe the role of project managers and what skills do they need? (Your response needs to be in 2-4 paragraphs in length.)