Reference no: EM132166876

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.

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.

You have to choose between:
• A suitable project area with which you are familiar, e.g. project at your workplace, or
• A well-publicized disaster, requiring a significant and sustained response, or
• A significant IT, Engineering, civil or construction, manufacturing or management project (but not a scientific research project)

Tasks:
With your chosen scenario:
• Briefly describe the initial structure as mentioned in the detail- 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.

While compiling project plan document, Students are expected to follow the details as mentioned below submission details instructions No. 2.

You will have demonstrated ability to:

1 Work Proposal. (Must be submitted on or before 21st Nov 2018).

2 Identify and evaluate a suitable business case for a project.

3 KPI of Project deliverables.

4 Recommend a strategy for reduction of uncertainties and the management of associated risk.

5 Identify and apply appropriate planning and management tools for the project

6 Recommend a suitable structure and process for the monitoring and control of a project

7 Demonstrate visual method for displaying project Status

8. Formulate of strategy for the implementation of change, critical evaluation, reflection of industry guest lecture and references

The assignment evaluation sheet is attached at the end of this document for your reference.