Abstract

Theoretical project management uses a variety of theories, models and methodologies to deliver consistent results no matter what the project. However, in many cases these plans do not survive contact with the realities of project execution. The list of things that can seriously derail a project is endless, and the … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Introduction - What Is Project Recovery?Signs of A Failing ProjectMagnitudes of ResponseRecovery ActivitiesRecovery StrategyGetting Buy-In for The StrategyNew Stakeholder ManagementRecovering Different MethodologiesProject TerminationProject Normalisation

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to identify and synthesise the critical signs of a failing project and determine when recovery activities would be appropriate
2.
be able to critically evaluate the potential responses to determine the most appropriate recovery strategy in each scenario
3.
be able to devise and implement a project recovery strategy
4.
be able to differentiate between project recovery strategies and different project methodologies
5.
be able to explain and justify a project recovery strategy and its expectations to key stakeholders
6.
be able to analyse information to judge when a project cannot be reasonably recovered and should instead be ended

Assumed knowledge



 

Enrolment restrictions

Only available to students enrolled in IT Masters courses, Master of Business Administration (with specialisations) Articulated Set and Master of Applied Business (with specialisations) Articulated Set