Conducting a strategic management project
Conducting a strategic management project
Part 1: By completing this unit, you should now be able to identify and justify a strategic investigative project (Learning Outcome 1)
Create a project proposal document which aims to contribute to an organisational strategic objective. The proposal should include as a minimum:
Determination of a topic of investigation with justification for its contribution to strategic objective(s)
Discussion of the aim, scope and objectives for the project with justification
Research methodology with evaluation to include project structure and research base
The project proposal should clarify why this topic was selected and any strategic implications.
Illustrate your answers with examples from your own workplace where possible.
(Indicative word count: 700 – 900)
Assessment criteria:
1.1 Determine a topic of investigation that has a strategic implication
1.2 Discuss the aim, scope and objectives of the project
1.3 Justify the topic of investigation and its aim, scope and objectives
1.4 Evaluate the project research methodology, including the project structure and research base
Part 2: By completing this unit, you should now be able to conduct research and synthesise data to produce options that support the project aims (Learning Outcome 2)
Identify three valid sources which can be used to obtain data and information to support the aim of the project, both internal and external sources should be used. Collate the data and information gathered and synthesised it to analyse relevancy to the project.
Determine two options or alternatives which may be selected to support the project aims. Justify why these two options are suitable for synthesising the data and information obtained.
Analyse the two options and select one which will support the project aims stating why this choice was preferable to the other option.
Illustrate your answers with examples from your own workplace where possible.
(Indicative word count: 700 – 900)
Assessment criteria :
2.1 Identify sources of data and information that will support the aim of the project
2.2 Synthesise the data and information for options or alternatives that support the project aims
2.3 Determine an option or alternative that supports the project aims
Part 3: By completing this unit, you should now be able to draw conclusions and make recommendations that achieve the project aim (Learning Outcome 3)
Consider the research undertaken and evaluate key features from the analysis to draw relevant conclusions. Ensure the conclusions are linked to the research analysis. State any constraints faced when analysing the information and how this may skew data.
Create an action plan that will support achieving the project aim stating clear recommendations. Include any resource implication and timescales.
Illustrate your answers with examples from your own workplace where possible.
(Indicative word count: 500 – 700)
Assessment criteria :
3.1 Evaluate the research analysis to enable conclusions to be made
3.2 Recommend a course of action that achieves the project aim
Part 4: By completing this unit, you should now be able to draw conclusions and make recommendations that achieve the project aim (Learning Outcome 3 continued)
If the action plan is implemented, analyse the potential impact of the recommendations from the perspectives of the organisation, employees and other relevant stakeholders.
Illustrate your answers with examples from your own workplace where possible.
(Indicative word count: 450 – 550)
Assessment criteria :
Analyse the impact of the recommendations
Part 5: By completing this unit, you should now be able to develop and review the results of the investigative project (Learning Outcome 4)
Describe two possible mediums which could be used to present the results of the project. Evaluate and justify which of the two mediums should be selected.
Using the chosen medium, devise a powerpoint presentation to show the results of the
investigative project considering the target audience.
Finish the presentation with a conclusion that evaluates the impact of the investigative project and benefits for the organisation. Key measures for monitoring success should also be implicit.
Illustrate your answers with examples from your own workplace where possible.
(Indicative word count: 450 – 550)
Assessment criteria :
4.1 Evaluate the medium to be used to present the result of the project
4.2 Produce the results of the investigative project
4.3 Evaluate the impact of the investigative project
Reflective Statement
Describe how you believe the knowledge and understanding you have gained from completing this unit will help you to develop your project management skills.
(Indicative word count: 250 – 300)
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Final Checklist
Before submitting this assignment for assessment check that you have completed the following:
Saved a copy on your laptop or computer OR taken a photocopy just in case anything happens to the file.
Filled in ALL of the information on the front page including
Your name and membership number in the document header (to do this double click where it reads ‘Student Name’ at the top of the page and type in your name and number – this information will appear on all pages of your assignment).
The box which requests your name, delivery partner, country of study and submission date of assignment.
Correctly referenced sources used within the assignment.
Included a bibliography.
Answered all the questions and completed the Reflective Statement.
Checked spelling, grammar and punctuation.
