Assignment Task

As a project management consultant, you are required to write an individual report of 3000 words (100%)
based on The Smart City OS case study using the concepts and techniques you have covered in the module.
The case study will be provided on Moodle.

Learning Outcomes

LO1 Synthesise and discuss application of the eight fundamental roles of the project manager in value
creation.
LO2 Assess the roles of stakeholders and their effective management in the success of a project.
LO3 Critically evaluate project management tools and techniques for optimal project resource
management.
LO4 Critically appraise the project management competencies required for effective organisational
change management.

Task requirements

You must produce a 3000-word Project Management Consultancy Report (100%) in your capacity as a project
management consultant. This report is a response to The Smart City OS case study, aimed at facilitating the
project’s success. The case study will be accessible on your Moodle site on XX
Your project management consultancy report MUST include the following elements:

Assignment Brief

  1. Assess the key challenges managers may encounter during project management within a global
    business organisation. Discuss the essential roles, capabilities, skills, and attitude required of the
    project manager to generate value in the Smart City OS project.
  2. Identify and evaluate the roles of stakeholders in the Smart City OS project. Based on your analysis,
    create a stakeholder influence map, and explain why real time engagement with all stakeholders is a
    crucial necessity. Recommend digital communication channels that could assist the Smart City OS
    project manager in effectively managing stakeholders in real time.
  3. Discuss and critically evaluate the significance of various project management concepts and
    techniques, including the project management triangle, resource evaluation through cost estimation
    techniques, and risk analysis via the construction of a risk register. Highlight how these aspects will
    need to be managed by the Smart City OS project manager throughout the project duration.
  4. Analyse potential sources of conflict and develop an action plan for addressing them. Discuss how
    conflict management and negotiation strategies, such as team building, could aid the manager in
    effectively implementing change within the Smart City OS project