MODULE TITLE: Project Management

PROGRAMME:
BA
SEMESTER:
Semester Three
ACADEMIC YEAR PERIOD:
February 2015 Semester
LECTURER SETTING ASSESSMENT: Funsho Obilade
DATE ASSESSMENT SET AND LOADED ON TO STUDENT PORTAL:- February 2015
DATE ASSESSMENT TO BE COMPLETED AND SUBMITTTED:- May 2015
SUBMISSION METHOD/MODE:- Online via turnitin, in person
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Assessment Type: Case Study - [Individual Assignment Maximum 2000 words]
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS
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Indicative Assessment Requirements for the Module;---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

The assessment weighting for this aspect is 50%. Max 2000 Words Individual

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Module Learning Outcomes to be Assessed:This module is designed to give students an opportunity to be an individual
contributor, working on a project team to define, plan and manage a project.
Particular focus is given to hands-on practice of the processes, developing a project
plan, and using project management software to build and then present the project
team results in class with a debrief of key points.
This module introduces Project Management and identifies the tools and techniques
to resolve problems associated with bringing projects in on time and within an
established budget. Discussion will include topics such as project scheduling,
PERT/CPM, resource levelling, team dynamics and cost estimates. The student will
learn how to develop project proposals and project reports
The student will learn the primary elements of Project Management to such an
extent that he/she is able to develop a detailed project plan for a small or largescale project. Additionally, the student will become familiar with negotiation,
team building and quantitative estimation skills.
This module also focuses on both the manufacturing and service businesses and the
internal and external operations involved at all levels of the supply chain in a global
environment. Students will learn how the coordination of all the functions within
these operations impacts on the movement and delivery of goods and/or services to
the right place at the right time. Emphasis is placed on the importance of adopting a
total systems approach by the firm and its networks, which enhance the value
adding activities of the supply chain and its logistical application to achieve
customer satisfaction. The module also demonstrates the strategic importance of
developing and implementing comprehensive operations for both these types of
business.

1. Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of the module, the student should be able to:
LO1 - Understand the primary concepts and practices underpinning Project management
LO2 - Be able to devise and implement a project management plan

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LO3 - Work effectively within a project team

LO4 - Understand the contexts for project management and project planning in a
localized and/or global context
General instructions for all assignments:

Prepare the assignment in a word processor document to upload on to the

portal.
Your name and student number should be included in the footer of each page
of the assignment document, and all pages should be numbered.
Start each question (if there are many) on a new page in the document and
provide a heading for each question. Paginate your document so that it is
neatly presented.
The assignment must be submitted on or before the due date specified by the
college. There are penalties for late submissions.
Collusion and copying are not allowed. Each assignment must be done
entirely by you. There are severe penalties for copying and collusion including
loss of marks in the assignment, failing the entire subject or dismissal from
the course.
Outside materials may be used in assignments but all such material must be
quoted and referenced if included verbatim. In general you should present
your ideas and understanding in your own words.
All written or essay type questions in this assignment are to be answered in
writing using a word processor. Use a proportionally spaced font such as
Times Roman 12 point for normal, essay-type written answers.
Referencing: Harvard Style

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Case Study

QUESTION 1
Define and describe an IT project of your choice.
Describe the attributes that make this a project.

(10 marks)

QUESTION 2
(a)

Conduct a stakeholder analysis for 6 key stakeholders (3 internal & 3 external).

(10 marks).

(b)

For this project define the most appropriate project development methodology
with justifications
(20
marks)

(30 marks)

QUESTION 3
Devise and implement a project management plan to include the following:
Work Breakdown Structure Organized by Product & Phase
(20 marks)
Risk Management
(20 marks)
Communication Strategy
(20 marks)

(60 marks)

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