MSc Management: Project Management Consultancy Report (BT7073)

This report is a comprehensive project management consultancy report focusing on a case study of 'Automation Futures (AF) plc,' a hypothetical company involved in software and technology development, specifically in train manufacturing. The report is divided into two parts: Part A is a Project Management Consultancy Report, addressing project definition, risk assessment, planning (including network diagrams, Gantt charts, and budget creation), progress management, and earned value analysis. Part B is a reflective essay. The report delves into the importance of the iron triangle parameters (cost, time, and scope) in setting project objectives and their interrelations. It includes a detailed risk register with ten identified risks and mitigation strategies. The planning section covers the creation of a network diagram to determine the critical path and float, as well as a Gantt chart for project scheduling. The report also addresses budget development, progress comparison, and earned value analysis, culminating in recommendations for project improvement. The analysis provides a detailed overview of project management processes, including risk assessment, project planning, and progress management. The report includes a reflective essay which discusses the issues faced by the project manager, and the learning outcomes from the project.