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Project Management

A structured guide highlighting resources to help complete the assignments associated with Project Management courses at Middle Georgia State University.

 

Module Eight

 

Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is to deepen your understanding of IT project management principles and practices through hands-on analysis of a real-life case study. By examining how management theories are applied and project management tools are utilized in a practical setting, you'll develop critical thinking skills and enhance your ability to navigate complex IT projects.

Task:

  • Research an IT Organization: Research an IT organization and locate their latest case study in project management.
  • Provide an Overview: Summarize the case study by describing the management theory applied and providing an overview of the IT project.
  • Analyze Project Management Tools: Analyze how the project was managed using tools like Gannt charts or work breakdown charts.
  • Incorporate a "Real" Statement: Include a statement from an actual project manager to add authenticity to your analysis.
  • Critique Effectiveness: Critique the effectiveness of the project using one of the ten knowledge area frames. Prepare for Presentation: Prepare a five-minute presentation highlighting your findings and key discussions from the paper.
 

ACM Digital Library

Full text of every article ever published by ACM and bibliographic citations from major publishers in computing.

Computer Science Database (ProQuest)

ProQuest Computing is the premium resource for those who need access to comprehensive coverage of computer topics.

Computer Source

Nearly 300 full text journals and magazines covering topics such as computer science, programming, artificial intelligence, cybernetics, information systems, robotics, and software.

Information Science & Technology Abstracts (ISTA)

The Information Science & Technology Abstracts (ISTA) database provides indexing and abstract coverage of topics on technology.

OmniFile: Full Text Mega Edition (formerly H.W. Wilson)

OmniFile: Full Text Mega Edition is a multi-disciplinary database providing indexing, abstracts, and full text from six of Wilson's databases.

Research Library (ProQuest)

Research Library provides one-stop access to a wide range of popular academic subjects and includes full-text access for thousands of titles.

Science and Technology Collection

Science & Technology Collection contains more than 830 full-text journals covering relevant aspects of the scientific and technical community.

Science Database (ProQuest)

ProQuest Science Journals is a resource for students studying both the applied and general sciences.

Telecommunications Database (ProQuest)

ProQuest Telecommunications is an essential resource for anyone researching the industry or its technology.

IEEE Xplore

IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Xplore digital library is a discovery and access resource for scientific and technical content in publications for electrical engineering, computer science, and electronics.

ABI/INFORM Collection

Major source for academic journals, trade publications, market and industry research reports, company annual reports, dissertations, and working papers. Also contains country profiles and economic forecasts for most major economies.

ScienceDirect (Journals)

Articles and abstracts from scholarly journals covering physical sciences and engineering, life sciences, health sciences, and social sciences and humanities.

SAGE Business Cases

SAGE Business Cases is the first discipline wide digital collection tailored to college students. These cases bring business to life, inspiring researchers to develop their own best practices and prepare for professional success.

SAGE Research Methods

SAGE Research Methods is a web-based research methods tool that covers quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods.

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