PROJ6003: Project Execution and Control- Project Status and Closure Reporting and Reflection- Personal Reflection Writing Assignment

Internal Code: 1HCEB

Personal Reflection Writing Assignment:

Task: Project reporting and reporting cycles are an important part of monitoring and controlling projects. Reporting the status of a project as it progresses through it’s lifecycle is a key responsibility of a project manager. The type and frequency of project reports are provided for stakeholders as specified in the project’s communications management plan. A project enters the closing phase after the work has been completed and a deliverable has been submitted. In this phase, project managers are responsible for leading their organisations through the process of determining whether project deliverables should be accepted. In addition, project managers often guide their organisations through lessons learned on process and human resource strengths and weaknesses. They also complete a series of tasks to administratively and financially close their projects. Part A: Project Status Reporting Source two project status report templates, discuss strengths and weaknesses in each and make recommendations for improvements. Discuss the challenges and pitfalls of traffic light reports. Explain the difference between the status reports provided for teams, sponsor, and steering committee. How is status reporting different between traditional and Agile project management approaches? This part should consist of 400–600 words Part B - Personal Reflection Throughout this subject you have been keeping your Reflection Journal. In this module, you will submit a250–300-word overall reflective summary and 100-200 words for each module of your journal and learning throughout the course, drawing on material from both the module and your journal. Include how being a part of this course has impacted your personal and professional journey into the global project management field. Also, reference any challenges you experienced throughout your journey in this module and how you mitigated or overcame them. In particular, explain the importance of leadership and communications in project success. Make sure you include any relevant citations when discussing a specific concept, idea or quote, even if you have taken this idea from your personal journal. Total word count 850-1500.