University of the Cumberlands Contemporary Project Management Discussion

Assigned Readings:

Chapter 7: Scope Planning

Chapter 8: Scheduling Projects

Initial Postings: Read and reflect on the assigned readings for the week. Then post what you thought was the most important concept(s), method(s), term(s), and/or any other thing that you felt was worthy of your understanding in each assigned textbook chapter.Your initial post should be based upon the assigned reading for the week, so the textbook should be a source listed in your reference section and cited within the body of the text. Other sources are not required but feel free to use them if they aid in your discussion.

Also, provide a graduate-level response to each of the following questions:

1. What three tasks comprise the %fine scope0rocess? Why is scope definition important? What are two common causes of scope creep?
2. What is the difference between an activity and a work package? Why is it important to have a team member play %vilàadvocate7hen developing Activities? What does this role entail? Can Activities be identified and added later and if so, when?

Evaluation of posts and responses: Your initial posts and peer responses will be evaluated on the basis of the kind of critical thinking and engagement displayed. The grading rubric evaluates the content based on six areas: Content Knowledge & Structure, Critical Thinking, Clarity & Effective Communication, Integration of Knowledge & Course Material, Presentation & Writing Mechanics, and Response to Other Students.