Reference no: EM133930008
Managing Strategic Risk and Projects
Sprint Partnership with Plenty Gifting Social Enterprise
Assessment - Professional Project Plan Presentation
ASSESSMENT DESCRIPTION
Case Scenario
Building on the work completed in your previous business case assignment, this assessment represents the next stage in the project lifecycle. The founder of the organisation examined in Assessment 3 has accepted the recommendations proposed in your business case. They are now seeking a high-level project plan to guide the initiation of the project and secure formal stakeholder approval.
Working in groups of 4-5 students, you are required to develop and deliver a professional project plan presentation. Your task is to select one business case (from a group member's Assessment 3 submission) and use it as the foundation for your proposed project. The presentation should be structured as a persuasive proposal to key organisational stakeholders, clearly articulating the project's purpose, scope, and strategic value. Get expert online assignment help in the Australia.
Assessment Components (Individual Component + Team Components)
(Individual Component)
Project Plan Presentation
Your group is required to deliver a high-level project plan that demonstrates the structured application of the 4D project management framework: Define It, Design It, Do It, and Develop It. This framework will form the backbone of your presentation, showcasing your ability to transition a project idea into an actionable and strategically aligned initiative.
The presentation should be delivered with professionalism and persuasive intent, simulating a real-world pitch to an executive audience. Use appropriate language, maintain a confident and strategic tone, and ensure visual clarity throughout. Your aim is to effectively communicate the project's value and secure stakeholder approval. Each phase of the 4D framework should be clearly addressed as follows:
Define It
Clearly articulate the problem or opportunity the project aims to address.
Provide strategic justification for the project, showing alignment with organisational goals and/or SDGs.
Identify the intended outcomes and benefits for key stakeholders.
Present a compelling value proposition for the proposed project.
Design It
Outline the high-level project scope, key deliverables, and requirements.
Identify the core project team and key stakeholders involved.
Present an overview of the project structure, including tools, governance, or frameworks to be used.
Include a summary milestone schedule with indicative timelines for major phases or deliverables.
Do It
Explain how the project would be executed, monitored, and managed.
Identify performance indicators or success criteria.
Describe risk management strategies, resource allocation, and team coordination plans.
Address how progress will be tracked and communicated to stakeholders.
Develop It
Outline how the project's outcomes will be evaluated post-delivery.
Propose methods for capturing lessons learned and feedback.
Suggest strategies for continuous improvement or future scalability.
Consider how the project's success can contribute to long-term organisational learning and sustainability.
Case Study: Plent Gifting
Social Enterprise Managing Strategic Risk and Project Challenge
Deliverables
Depending on the structure of your unit and assessments, student outputs could include:
Strategic analysis with key recommendations
A high-level project plan for establishing the Plenty Kitchen
Key Requirements:
Integration of at least one of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals with clear explanation of interconnections
Application of the 5-Cs framework for analysis
Application of the 4D model for managing the project
Support Framework
For Social Enterprise Partners:
Mentor support throughout the process
Regular check-ins with unit coordinator
Flexible engagement options accommodating business commitments
For Students:
Academic supervision and mentoring
Access to business development resources
Industry networking opportunities