The research paper consists of three distinct assignments:

1. Write a research paper on a selected topic of project management (example topics are listed below). Submit an outline in word(.doc) format and a project overview in a presentation format (Microsoft PowerPoint .ppt).

2. Utilize the project management skill you learned so far, update your project schedule and print a dashboard export, remaining work report, and Gantt Chart, etc. using Microsoft Project to a PowerPoint/Word/pdf file. Include a short paragraph summarizing the status and remaining activities of your group project in the report.

▪ 4000 words (+/- 400 words) content length plus cover page, references

▪ 12 font-size, 1” margins, double-spaced, including figures, tables, etc.

▪ APA formatted

▪ Minimum six (6) sources – at least four (4) from peer reviewed journals

▪ Include an abstract, introduction, and conclusion

▪ See rubric for more detailed grading criteria

Final research paper (see rubric) with the following requirements.

These are the List of Topics Choose one it’s all up to you.

 

▪ Project management critical success factors.

▪ Challenges of global virtual projects.

▪ Future development of project management.

▪ Soft skills of project management.

▪ The relationship between project management and overall performance of a company.