Reference no: EM133828926 , Length: 9 pages
Project Initiation, Planning and Execution
Assessment task- Project Management Plan
Building on the assessment work you've submitted thus far, as a culmination piece, you are required to individually develop a nine-page project management plan for the organisation outlined in the case study chosen in the first assessment. This plan must include a well-structured proposal for implementing the project management software recommended in your second assessment. To effectively develop this proposal, apply relevant theories and concepts covered from Weeks 1 to 12, ensuring that these insights are meaningfully integrated to address the organisation's specific needs. Complete your assignment now!
Assessment Description
This individual assessment's purpose is to allow students to create an integrated project management plan that meets industry standards and objectives. In analysing the organisational factors that promote effective project management, students will also consider factors that may lead to ethical compromises.
Assessment Instructions
Presume that you have just been employed by your selected industry/organisation to manage the implementation of the recommended Project management software. Your final proposal should include the following:
Executive Summary: A one-page summary highlighting all significant items in the proposal (not included in the page limit).
Company Overview: A one-page overview of the company, its operations, and essential requirements for this project.
Project Outline: In your own words, provide an overview of the project, addressing its background, context, main objectives, and primary work packages.
Project Lifecycle and Work Packages: An outline of the main steps and work packages across the project lifecycle, establishing a baseline for identifying risks, project team, and requirements.
Resource Requirements: Detail the human, material, service, and approval resources needed for successful project delivery.
Additional Required Documents: Include the following original documents within your Word submission:
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS): Highlighting key tasks and elements of the project.
Gantt Chart: A detailed project schedule with a minimum of 20 tasks and a maximum of 40, showing levels, task dependencies, and timelines.
Scheduling Flowchart (Network Diagram): Illustrating task dependencies and the project's critical path. (minimum 12 activities/tasks).
Risk Assessment Plan: Identifying and classifying risks with a likelihood and severity matrix, and providing a mitigation and action plan for the most critical risks.
As a professional report, your findings should be presented using matrix diagrams, tables, or other formats that support clear and concise communication and align with best practices in project management.