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Saturday, 17 June 2017

Introduction to Project Management

What is a project?
•          “A temporary endeavour undertaken to create a unique product, service or result”                                                                 PMI
•          “..a group of related activities carried out to achieve a specific objective”                  BCS
•          “an endeavour to accomplish a specific objective through a unique set of interrelated tasks and the effective utilisation of resources”                    Clements & Gido

Project attributes:
—  Separate undertaking (non routine)
—  Discrete purpose and objectives
—  Involve preparation and planning
—  Limited time-span
—  Contains a series of interdependent tasks
—  Requires range of resources
—  Create end results or deliverables
—  Independent control?
—  Independent management?

Project Characteristics:
What is project management?
“the application of knowledge, skills and techniques to project activities to meet the project requirements”     
                                                   PMI (2008)

Portfolio/Programme/Project Management


10 areas (skills) of project management:
Project Constraints:

 Need for good project mgt
“There is only one consistent feature of modern business and that is change”
 Maylor, 2005
 Project success….
—  Deliver project on time, within budget and to required quality/specification
—  Satisfies customer requirements
—  Project contributes to achieving corporate goal; competitive advantage, increase profits, increase sales, exceptional value……

Attributed to:
Causes for project failure:
—  Poor (adhoc) project management
—  Poor goal definition/specification
—  Roles and responsibilities not clearly defined
—  Unrealistic timescales /user expectations
—  Poor alignment of goals to projects
—  Failure to assess risks and make contingency plans
—  Poor co-ordination of resources and activities
—  Poor reporting of results
—  Inappropriate staff
—  Inadequate monitoring and control
—  Failure to manage change

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    1. Project management is the discipline of planning, executing, and overseeing projects to achieve specific goals within defined constraints, such as time, budget, and quality. It involves applying knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to deliver projects effectively.

      Key Concepts
      Project Definition:

      A project is a temporary endeavor with a specific start and end date, undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result.
      Project Life Cycle:

      Projects typically go through several phases:
      Initiation: Defining the project, its objectives, and feasibility.
      Planning: Developing detailed plans outlining tasks, timelines, resources, and budgets.
      Execution: Implementing the project plan, coordinating people and resources.
      Monitoring and Controlling: Tracking progress, managing changes, and ensuring the project stays on course.
      Closure: Completing all project activities, delivering the final product, and reflecting on lessons learned.
      Key Knowledge Areas:

      Scope Management: Defining and controlling what is included in the project.
      Time Management: Planning and controlling the schedule to ensure timely completion.
      Cost Management: Estimating, budgeting, and controlling costs.
      Quality Management: Ensuring that the project's deliverables meet the required standards.
      Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could impact the project.
      Communication Management: Ensuring timely and effective communication among stakeholders.
      Stakeholder Management: Engaging and managing expectations of all project stakeholders.
      Benefits of Project Management
      Increased Efficiency: Provides structured approaches that improve resource utilization and reduce waste.
      Better Quality: Emphasizes quality control, leading to higher-quality outputs.
      Enhanced Risk Management: Proactive identification and management of risks minimize disruptions.
      Improved Communication: Facilitates clear communication among team members and stakeholders.
      Goal Achievement: Increases the likelihood of completing projects successfully and meeting organizational objectives.

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