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What is a project?
What is a project?
A temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result.
Which of the following are included in the Five Process Groups of project management? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are included in the Five Process Groups of project management? (Select all that apply)
The project life cycle consists of four phases.
The project life cycle consists of four phases.
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What is Project Management?
What is Project Management?
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What are project stakeholders?
What are project stakeholders?
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Which of the following are types of project life cycles? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are types of project life cycles? (Select all that apply)
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What is an output of the Planning Process Group?
What is an output of the Planning Process Group?
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The phase structure allows the project to be segmented into logical subsets for ease of management, planning, and control. A project phase is a collection of logically related project activities that culminates in the completion of one or more ______.
The phase structure allows the project to be segmented into logical subsets for ease of management, planning, and control. A project phase is a collection of logically related project activities that culminates in the completion of one or more ______.
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What does the Executing Process Group primarily consist of?
What does the Executing Process Group primarily consist of?
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Study Notes
Course Overview
- Course Name: Advanced Project Management (IS321)
- Instructor: Dr. Soha Abd-El Moamen Mohamed
- Email: [email protected]
- Textbook: A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge – Fifth Edition (PMBOK® Guide)
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Grading:
- Final Exam: 50%
- Midterm Exam: 25%
- Project: 20%
- Attendance: 5%
What is a Project?
- A project is a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result.
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Five Process Groups:
- Initiating
- Planning
- Executing
- Monitoring and Controlling
- Closing
Project Examples
- Developing a new product, service, or result
- Effecting a change in organizational structure, processes, staffing, or style
- Developing or acquiring a new or modified information system (hardware or software)
- Conducting research with a recorded outcome
- Constructing a building, industrial plant, or infrastructure
- Implementing, improving, or enhancing existing business processes and procedures
Project Management
- The application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities to meet project requirements.
Project Planning & Strategic Alignment
- Projects are often driven by factors like:
- Market demand
- Strategic opportunities
- Business needs
- Social needs
- Environmental concerns
- Customer requests
- Technological advancements
- Legal requirements
Project Stakeholders
- Include all project team members and interested entities, both internal and external to the organization.
Project Life Cycle
- A series of phases a project goes through from initiation to closure.
- Generic Life Cycle Structure:
- Starting the project
- Organizing and preparing
- Carrying out the project work
- Closing the project
Project Phases
- A project can be divided into any number of phases.
- A phase is a collection of logically related activities that culminates in the completion of one or more deliverables.
- Phase structures allow for segmentation for ease of management, planning, and control.
- Example: A single-phase project.
Phase-to-Phase Relationships
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Types:
- Sequential: Phases happen one after another.
- Overlapping: Phases occur concurrently.
Predictive Life Cycles
- Also known as fully plan-driven.
- Scope, time, and cost are determined as early as possible in the project life cycle.
- Generally preferred for well-understood deliverables.
Iterative and Incremental Life Cycles
- Phases (iterations) repeat activities as the team's understanding of the product increases.
Adaptive Life Cycles
- Also known as change-driven or agile methods.
- Respond to high levels of change and continuous stakeholder involvement.
- Iterations are rapid (2-4 weeks) and fixed in time and cost.
Project Management Process Groups
- Initiate: Define the project, obtain authorization to start.
- Plan: Establish scope, objectives, and course of action.
- Execute: Complete work defined in the management plan.
- Monitor & Control: Track progress, make adjustments as needed.
- Close: Formalize project completion, document lessons learned.
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Description
This quiz provides an overview of the Advanced Project Management course (IS321), including key concepts such as the definition of a project and the five process groups essential for project management. It also highlights the grading criteria and the significance of the PMBOK® Guide as the textbook for the course.
