Efficient Project Management in Practice with Morningside University

BUSN 339
Open Closing on January 23, 2025 / 2 spots left
Morningside University
Sioux City, Iowa, United States
Assistant Professor
3
Timeline
  • January 27, 2025
    Experience start
  • May 1, 2025
    Experience end
Experience
2 projects wanted
Dates set by experience
Preferred companies
Anywhere
Any company type
Any industries

Experience scope

Categories
Communications Project management
Skills
performance reporting project planning communication project evaluation stakeholder management stakeholder communications project management risk analysis mitigation
Learner goals and capabilities

This experience focuses on equipping learners with the skills necessary for effective project management, emphasizing real-world application. Participants will gain expertise in project planning, execution, and control, ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope. Learners will apply their knowledge to industry-relevant projects, enhancing their ability to engage stakeholders, communicate effectively, and utilize project management tools. This practical approach prepares learners to tackle projects efficiently and meet stakeholder expectations.

Learners

Learners
Undergraduate
Beginner, Intermediate levels
27 learners
Project
40 hours per learner
Educators assign learners to projects
Teams of 4
Expected outcomes and deliverables
  • Comprehensive project plan with defined scope, timeline, and resources
  • Risk assessment report with mitigation strategies
  • Stakeholder communication plan
  • Project progress and performance report
  • Post-project evaluation and lessons learned document
Project timeline
  • January 27, 2025
    Experience start
  • May 1, 2025
    Experience end

Project Examples

Requirements
  • Developing a project plan for a new product launch
  • Creating a risk management strategy for a marketing campaign
  • Designing a stakeholder engagement plan for a community event
  • Implementing a project tracking system for a small business
  • Conducting a post-project analysis for a completed IT upgrade
  • Organizing a virtual conference with detailed scheduling and resource allocation
  • Managing a cross-departmental initiative to improve internal processes
  • Coordinating a charity fundraiser with multiple stakeholders