Project Management

Answer these 6 questions. 2 paragraphs per question (about 10 sentences per question). | will provide class notes for you to look at. Do note copy class note, please paraphrase and use outside sources from the internet in addition. Please provide references for all questions.

  1. Describe in details how you would select the right project to work on when there are multiple projects that can be performed.
  2. What types of conflicts can occur during the project planning cycle and provide some strategies for their resolution.
  3. Describe how you would apply the steps of schedule control to your project.
  4. In order to meet stakeholder’s expectations and keep customers happy, your friend Jerry would like to understand what is the best way to manage changes in his project. Please advise your friend Jerry, on what steps he should take and what process he should follow to manage changes in a project. Do not forget to advise him of the consequences of gold-plating.
  5. Explain three techniques and provide examples of each as it relates to your project of how you would shorten project schedule.
  6. Explain two scenarios when you would use Management Reserve and Contingency Reserve in your project. What are the
    contributing factors of your decision for each scenario?

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