Project Management & Complexities - Learning Outcomes, References

This report delves into the complexities of project management, exploring various aspects such as learning outcomes, references, and the application of project management methodologies. It examines the tools and techniques used in managing dynamic projects, emphasizing the importance of successful transitions. The report references key resources like Kerzner's work and the PMI handbook, along with Agile Project Management. It highlights the benefits of project management methodologies. This report offers a comprehensive overview of project management principles, providing valuable insights for students to understand and apply these concepts effectively. The report also explores the importance of project success through proper implementation of variables and the use of project management professional handbooks.

Weekly Portfolio Learning Table
Topic and
reading
samples.
Personal learning
outcomes
Learnings from
your experience.
References.
Project
Management &
Complexities
Projects that are complex are
determined through their
types and sizes. When the
project has too many
requirements, it is likely to be
complex. .
Management of projects
differ depending on the
complexity. .
Ccpace (2011). Agile Project
Management. [online] Available at:
http://www.ccpace.com/asset_file
s/AgileProjectManagement.pdf
[Accessed 11 Oct. 2017].
Kerzner
Chapter 25
There are techniques and
tools used in the management
of dynamic projects to
achieve the desired outcome.
The tools that are used, in
this case, help in the
making of successful
transitions which help in
the realization and
adoption of changes.
Kerzner, H. (2013). Project
Management: A Systems Approach
to Planning, Scheduling, and
Controlling. [online] Available at:
https://leseprobe.buch.de/images-
adb/01/a0/01a0f1b5-054e-46ba-
a3d3-4d33b63eb326.pdf [Accessed
11 Oct. 2017].
Journals &
Standards
 IJPM While project management is
a process which depends on
variables, project success is
the outcome of proper
implementation and follow-
up of these variables.
Pmi (2017). Project Management
Professional (PMP) Handbook.
[online] Available at:
https://www.pmi.org/-/media/pmi
/documents/public/pdf/certificatio
ns/project-management-
professional-handbook.pdf
[Accessed 11 Oct. 2017].
 PMJ
Portfolio Reflection
It is important to note that there are several benefits associated with the use of project
management methodologies.
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