Assessment Information Subject Code: MBA642 Subject Name: Project Initiation, Planning and Execution

Assessment Information Subject Code: MBA642 Subject Name: Project Initiation, Planning and Execution Assessment Title: Progress Report Weighting: 30% Total Marks: 30 Due Date: Monday of Week 13, 11:55pm AEST Assessment Description Submission: Turnitin Length: 1,500 words +/- 10%, plus appendices Late submission possible: Yes, but published penalties will be applied Assessment brief Projects generally do not go to plan. In this task you are required to update the milestone plan and schedule (completed in Assessment 2) and provide your client with a Progress Report, based on information in this brief. This information advises you of potential problems for your case scenario and you will need to consider how to address these issues. Requirement Prepare a Progress Report for submission to the family (as your client). The report needs to include: 1. an Introduction outlining the purpose of the report and what is contains; 2. the project status detailing completions, slips and delays; 3. implications of any changes made on the resources required to complete the project; 4. details of all adjustments made to the schedule, and why you made these adjustments; and 5. a personal reflection on the process. Appendices: 6. an updated milestone plan (as an appendix) 7. an updated task list (as an appendix) and who is responsible for each task 8. a revised Gantt chart (as an appendix) 9. COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA Copyright Regulations 1969 This material has been reproduced and communicated to you by or on behalf of Kaplan Business School pursuant to Part VB of the Copyright Act 1968 (‘Act’). The material in this communication may be subject to copyright under the Act. Any further reproduction or communication of this material by you may be the subject of copyright protection under the Act. Kaplan Business School is a part of Kaplan Inc., a leading global provider of educational services. Kaplan Business School Pty Ltd ABN 86 098 181 947 is a registered higher education provider CRICOS Provider Code 02426B Important Study Information Academic Integrity Policy KBS values academic integrity. All students must understand the meaning and consequences of cheating, plagiarism and other academic offences under the Academic Integrity and Conduct Policy. For details on academic integrity policies and penalties, the reassessment process, and the appeals process, please refer to http://www.kbs.edu.au/current-students/student-policies/. Word Limits for Written Assessments Submissions that exceed the word count by more than 10% will cease to be marked from the point at which that limit is exceeded. Study Assistance Students may seek study assistance from their local Academic Success Centre representative or refer to the study help on the MyKBS Academic Success Centre page. You can find this by clicking on the top page toolbar: My Services>Academic Success Centre>Study Support Resources COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA Copyright Regulations 1969 This material has been reproduced and communicated to you by or on behalf of Kaplan Business School pursuant to Part VB of the Copyright Act 1968 (‘Act’). The material in this communication may be subject to copyright under the Act. Any further reproduction or communication of this material by you may be the subject of copyright protection under the Act. Kaplan Business School is a part of Kaplan Inc., a leading global provider of educational services. Kaplan Business School Pty Ltd ABN 86 098 181 947 is a registered higher education provider CRICOS Provider Code 02426B Current Case Scenario You are a family of two adults (Kelly & Jeff). You have two children (Will aged 7 & Lexie aged 12), two cars and a dog (Buddy). Jeff recently secured a new position as a Marketing Director interstate and now needs to move the family to Perth. Currently, the family live in a two bedroom rental apartment in Maroochydore, on the Sunshine Coast, Qld. The relocation will be to a rented four bedroom suburban house in Perth (already secured). Jeff starts his new job on 5 February, 2019 and they need to vacate their current property on 20th January, 2019. The new rental in Perth commences on 27th January, 2019. Notes: ? Jeff & Kelly have no relatives living on the Sunshine Coast. ? The cost of the move is the responsibility of Kelly & Jeff. The budget is $15,000 (max.) ? The Perth School term commences Wednesday 31st January and you must be there on time . Project Update 1. Australia has been hit by the worst flu epidemic in years. Unfortunately, Kelly has become ill and cannot undertake any assigned tasks. Her doctor has ordered bed rest for two weeks (commencing 15th January). 2. The Removalist has advised that the truck carrying Jeff & Kelly’s belongings has broken down in South Australia, in a remote area near the border of Western Australia, and it will take 3 days for the needed repairs to be made; thereby delaying the arrival of the furniture in Perth until 30th January. 3. Because of the Australia Day celebrations in Perth, flights into Perth are limited, and there is little available accommodation. (Note: any accommodation planned, must be vacated by 27 January, 2019). Solve for these variances. COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA Copyright Regulations 1969 This material has been reproduced and communicated to you by or on behalf of Kaplan Business School pursuant to Part VB of the Copyright Act 1968 (‘Act’). The material in this communication may be subject to copyright under the Act. Any further reproduction or communication of this material by you may be the subject of copyright protection under the Act. Kaplan Business School is a part of Kaplan Inc., a leading global provider of educational services. Kaplan Business School Pty Ltd ABN 86 098 181 947 is a registered higher education provider CRICOS Provider Code 02426B. Assessment Marking Rubric Criteria F (Fail) 0%-49% P (Pass) 50%-64% CR (Credit) 65%-74% D (Distinction) 75% – 84% HD (High Distinction) 85%-100% Progress Report (status. implications, adjustments) The progress report lacks thoughtful consideration. The assumptions demonstrate insufficient thinking. The progress report is basic and requires more consideration. The assumptions demonstrate a basic level of thinking. The progress report has been well considered. The assumptions demonstrate a solid level of thinking. The progress report shows thoughtful consideration. The assumptions demonstrate considered thinking. The progress report shows comprehensive and thoughtful consideration. The assumptions demonstrate depth of thinking. Appendices (updated Milestone Plan, task list (WBS) and Gantt chart) Few updates have been made, demonstrating insufficient thinking. Updates fit with the brief and demonstrate a basic level of thinking. Updates fit with the brief and have been well considered demonstrating a solid level of thinking. Updates show depth of thinking and demonstrate considered thinking. Updates are comprehensive and demonstrate depth of thinking. Personal reflection on the process The reflection does not move beyond a description of the learning experience. The reflection attempts to analyse the learning experience, but the value of the learning to the student or others is vague and/or unclear. The reflection analyses many of the learning episodes and makes several connections to how the learning can be applied to self or others. The reflection is an analysis of the learning experience and the value of the derived learning to self or others. The reflection is an in-depth analysis of the learning experience, the value of the derived learning to self or others, and the enhancement of the student’s appreciation for the discipline. Report clearly and logically written. Appropriate theory and research used to answer question posed. Lacks logical flow and structure; Argument supported by theory sourced from non-academic literature. No discussion of academic research. Cites very few sources. Some errors in logical flow and structure; Argument supported by basic discussion of relevant theory sourced from a minimal number of academic sources. Little if any discussion of relevant research. Generally sound logical flow and structure; Argument supported by broad discussion of relevant theory sourced from academic literature. Relevant research acknowledged but not discussed. Cites several academic sources. Very good logical flow and structure; Argument supported by detailed discussion of relevant theory and research sourced from numerous academic sources. Excellent logical flow and structure; Argument supported by comprehensive discussion of relevant theory and research sourced from numerous quality academic sources. COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA Copyright Regulations 1969 This material has been reproduced and communicated to you by or on behalf of Kaplan Business School pursuant to Part VB of the Copyright Act 1968 (‘Act’). The material in this communication may be subject to copyright under the Act. Any further reproduction or communication of this material by you may be the subject of copyright protection under the Act. Kaplan Business School is a part of Kaplan Inc., a leading global provider of educational services. Kaplan Business School Pty Ltd ABN 86 098 181 947 is a registered higher education provider CRICOS Provider Code 02426B. Correct academic writing style used, including correct spelling, grammar and punctuation. Writing style is unclear; lacks logical flow and structure; numerous spelling grammatical errors. Writing style lacks some clarity; some flaws in logical flow and structure; some use of discipline specific academic language. Several spelling or grammatical errors. Writing style is mostly clear; Mostly written in discipline specific academic language; Some spelling or grammatical errors. Writing style is clear; Correct use of discipline specific academic language. Some minor spelling or grammatical errors. Writing style is clear; Fluent use of discipline specific academic language. No spelling or grammatical errors. Format of answer consistent with question requirements and KBS guidelines. Word count is within + / – 10% of requirement. Does not comply with KBS guidelines. Major layout errors. Breaches word limit restrictions. Mostly compliant with KBS guidelines. Basic formatting with some layout errors. Compliant with word limit restrictions. Complies with KBS guidelines. Format generally sound. Compliant with word limit restrictions. Exceeds basic compliance with KBS guidelines. Format portrays information well. Compliant with word limit restrictions. Exceeds basic compliance with KBS guidelines. Format presents information clearly and concisely. Compliant with word limit restrictions. Comments: