Table of Contents

1. Tutorial Video
2. Reading Materials
• ‘Laser Learning reading text’
• ‘APM body of knowledge, 6th edition definitions guide’ by the APM
• Research systems used in project management, specifically:
• ‘Project planning, scheduling, and control: the ultimate hands-on guide to bringing projects in on time and on budget, (5th edition)’ by James Lewis, published by McGraw-Hill Professional 2010
• ‘Success and failure criteria’ webpage on the Technology UK website
• ‘Part III: Create a project plan’ by the U.S. Department of Justice
• ‘3 main benefits of project baselining’ webpage on the Project Smart website
• ‘APM web briefing - Use of Product Breakdown Structures and Work Breakdown Structures’ by the Association for Project Management
• ‘Project management: Key tool for implementing strategy’ by Kepner-Tregoe, Inc, published by the Journal of Business Strategy
• ‘How do you prioritise stakeholders?’ webpage on the Project Management Tips website
• ‘Evaluating projects and results - How do we evaluate implementation and project results?’ webpage on the Management Help website
• ‘Monitoring and evaluation: a guide for community projects’ by the Centre for Public Health
3. Presentation
• Click to launch this lesson’s first presentation on ‘Project implementation plans’.
• Click to launch this lesson’s second presentation on ‘Tools and techniques’.
4. Good Practice Example
5. Good Practice Example
6. Interactive Quiz
7. Evidence Opportunities
8. Extended Learning
• ‘The bottom line’ podcasts chaired by Evan Davies or Stephanie Flanders bring together current practitioners to discuss current business matters. Many podcasts touch on topics relevant to the unit, for example, the podcasts on Transformation and Planning for the Future consider aspects of strategic projects and planning. Click on the icon to assess the list of downloadable podcasts.
• ‘Project management’ webpage on the Business Balls website. Click to read an overview of project management tools, process, plans, and planning tips.
• Click to read ‘Project controls: What is it and why is it important?’ on the Project Controls Online website.
• Click to read ‘APM web briefing - technical skills vs. managerial skills: The essential skills for successful management of projects’ by the Association for Project Management.
• ‘Pareto analysis step by step’ by Duncan Haughey. Click on the icon to read this guide.
• ‘Critical Path Analysis and PERT Charts’ webpage on the Mind Tools website. Click on the icon to read this guide to planning and scheduling for more complex projects.
• Find and read ‘FT essential guide to developing a business strategy: How to use strategic planning to start up or grow your business (1st edition)’ by Vaughan Evans, published by FT Publishing International. N.B. You do not need to buy this book; your local library service should have a copy.
9. Extended Learning
10. Think And Challenge
• It is rare that there is just one way to respond to a scenario or situation, so do not consider that the response you have chosen to this scenario will be judged as right or wrong. Share your scenario with a work colleague and ask them to tell you if they think you have responded appropriately. Ask them to challenge your response if necessary. You do not need to submit this task for assessment unless asked to do so by your tutor.