Chapter Name: Develop the Project Management approach
Description:Develop the Project Management approach: Learners design the overall framework for how the project will be managed, including methodology (e.g., Agile, Waterfall), governance structure, and tools.
Purpuse:Learners will design the framework for managing the project, selecting an appropriate methodology (e.g., Agile, Waterfall), defining the governance structure, and determining the tools and processes needed for effective project management throughout its lifecycle.
Rational:A defined approach promotes consistency, accountability, and efficient decision-making throughout the project.
Chapter Assessment
Scope of Practical Skill
Key Requirement 1: Develop the Project Management approach
Choose and justify a suitable project methodology (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and outline tools, reporting methods, and governance structure.
Assessment Questions
Assessment 1 : All documented reports are accurate and compiled in the required format
This assessment checks that all reports related to the development of the project management approach are accurate and follow the required format.
Assessment 2 : Major project assumptions and constraints are interpreted and the impact thereof on the project is explained
This assessment examines how well the assumptions and constraints are identified and understood, and their potential impact on the project.
Assessment 3 : Project strategies include but are not limited to management strategies for scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, communication
This assessment ensures that the project management approach includes strategies for managing key project areas like scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and communication.
Assessment 4 : Project strategies are aligned with project objectives and are practicable
This assessment checks if the project management strategies align with the project’s objectives and are practical to implement for successful project execution.
Assessment 5 : Project controls include but are not limited to policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines required to govern the project
This assessment ensures that appropriate project controls, such as policies, procedures, and standards, are in place to govern the project effectively.
Assessment 6 : Project performance measures and acceptance criteria support the achievement of project objectives
This assessment ensures that performance measures and acceptance criteria are clear, measurable, and aligned with the project’s objectives to ensure success.
Assessment 7 : The Project Management approach is compiled to best suit the specific project and the stakeholder requirements
This assessment ensures the project management approach is customized to meet specific project needs and stakeholder expectations.
Assessment 8 : The project management approach includes but is not limited to project phases, project management processes and specific strategies regarding key project aspects
This assessment ensures that the project management approach covers the full scope of project phases, processes, and includes strategies to address key project elements.