In Module 2, you selected either Option #1 or Option #2 for your Portfolio Project. To complete this assignment, you will run the simulation that corresponds with your selection.
Option #1: Complete Scenario A
Option #2: Complete Scenario B
The project management simulation assignment consists of two parts.
| Part 1: The Simulation Experience | Run the simulation trying various what-if assessments to obtain a better score and complete the designated scenario. In doing so, you will experience various project challenges. Take notes as you progress through the simulation to help you reflect later in the assignment.After completing the simulation session, capture a screen image of the confirmation page showing your total score for the scenario.Option #1: Complete Scenario AOption #2: Complete Scenario BThe Simulation Link can be found in the Course Information module: Project Management Simulation: Scope, Resources, Schedule V3 (Product #: 7701-HTM-ENG) |
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| Part 2: Essay | After completing the simulation, write an essay that addresses the following elements based on the simulation scenario that you performed. (This part is common to both Option #1 and 2.)Explain the intent of the simulation scenario.Relate at least three PMBOK® Guide standards or practices applied in the simulation scenario.Describe your lessons learned based on the what-if assessments and explain how the methods applied to audits and project terminations are used to capture lessons learned.Describe how the simulation experience can be used to enter (or advance) your career as a project manager.Describe how proficiency in the use of project management information systems as demonstrated in the Project Management System Resource Center (PMSRC) can be applied to enter (or advance) your career as a project manager. |
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
Properly organize your writing by including the following:
Cover page
Introduction
Body of your work in response to the assignment’s key elements, with headings and subheadings
Conclusion
List of references
Appendices—containing captured screen image of the confirmation page showing your total simulation score for each scenario performed
The introduction through conclusion sections of your essay should be approximately 4-5 pages in length. Support your assignment with a minimum of three credible sources, such as CSU Global library resources. The written section should follow guidelines in the CSU Global Writing Center (review writing strategies, formatting, and the sample paper). The CSU Global Library and Writing Center links can be found in the course navigation panel. Review the rubric for specific grading criteria.
