Assignment:
Task
In topics 1 & 2 you have been introduced to various project methodologies and processes. In 700 words, demonstrate your knowledge of these.
Ensure you address the following areas:
1. Define what a methodology is and the role it serves in project management.
2. Research and Study about various methodologies & processes in the list below. Choose two methodologies/processes from this list to compare and contrast, analysing the similarities and differences between them both.
3. Finally, identify how your chosen methodologies/processes in 2. relate to the project life cycle (PLC):
List of project methodologies and processes
•Agile XP
•PRINCE2
•Unified process (Object Oriented Approach)
•Waterfall
•Agile Scrum
Rationale
This assessment task will assess the following learning outcome/s:
• be able to identify, critically analyse, reflect on and synthesise the key elements of the IT project management framework, including project stakeholders, communication management, the project management knowledge areas, common tools and techniques, and project success factors.