Assignment

Your assignment for this class will be a short research-based paper. You will have the option of choosing 2 topics from the list of 5 topics below.

You will research and write a minimum of 500 words about each topic.

Combine both topic responses into a single paper. Use headings but DO NOT repeat the question.

Each topic should include a minimum of two references.

Use APA formatting for the paper and references. Don't forget to include in-text citations or the references won't count.

The assignment Topics are as follows (remember to choose two):

Topic 1: Discuss how the project charter helps a project avoid "scope creep". Identify three key elements of the project charter that help a project stay within scope.

Topic 2: Define the role of the project sponsor and project stakeholders in a project. Identify two techniques a project manager can use to manage project stakeholder expectations.

Topic 3: Discuss how earned value management can help a project manager report on the status of the project. Define the data needed to assure that a project's status is properly reported.

Topic 4: Fully describe the critical path method, including how network diagramming can help a project stay on schedule.

Topic 5: Discuss two techniques for estimating costs on a project. Describe how costs are allocated to a project over time.