...PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND SUCCESS IN ACADEMIC RESEARCH Lori Criss Powers Dr. Gillian Kerr May 21, 2009 Abstract: Conventional project management approaches do not seem to work well in academic research. In our experience, problems include resistance to basic project management processes like milestone development, extended delays caused by researchers not responding to emails or phone calls, a consistent lack of clarity regarding project outcomes, and the inability of the project manager to affect the behavior of research team members. This paper summarizes key challenges of project management for university‐based research: the problem of defining success; uncertainty and lack of clarity; and lack of accountability structures. We suggest a simple framework based on three essential elements of project management to identify and manage core risks at the outset of academic research projects. The three elements comprise: (1) A credible and recognizable definition of the desired state; (2) A credible and compelling measure of deviation from the desired state; and (3) A way to bring the project back on track. Key Words: Managing projects, uncertainty, university‐based research, management INTRODUCTION Broadly speaking, academic research projects refer to any undertaking intended to extend knowledge through a disciplined inquiry or systematic investigation (Interagency Advisory Panel on Research Ethics, 2008), that is at least partly carried out in an institution of higher learning...
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...FOR ACADEMIC PROJECT A FIELD TRIP TO A WELL KNOWN CORPORATE NAMED INDUSTRIES SINCE 1972 SUBMITTED TO: SIR ASIF RAZA KHAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE UNIVERSITY OF KARACHI BY GROUP MEMBERS: * BUSHRA SAEED * BUSHRA ARSHAD * RIMSHA SHAUKAT * SAMRA SAEED & * YAMNA MAHAM A BRIEF INTRODUCTION STUDENTS’ PROJECT COLLECTION OF STATISTICAL DATA AND RELATED ISSUES OF THE CORPORATE IN ORDER TO APPLY MATHEMATICAL MODELS WHICH MAY HELP TO STUDY THE EFFECTS OF DIFFERENT PARAMETERS AND TO MAKE PREDICTIONS ABOUT FUTURE BEHAVIOR OF THE SYSTEM ISSUES AND PROBLEMS. PROJECT PLAN AN ACADEMIC VISIT TO UNDERTAKE ATLEAST FIVE TO TEN PROBLEMS OF THE CORPORATE WITH THE USE OF MATHEMATICAL FUNCTIONS (OPERATIONS) THAT MAKE MATHEMATICAL MODELS WHICH EVALUATE THE IMPACT OF THOSE PROBLEMS ON YOUR CORPORATE AND FORECAST THE RELATED RISK INVOLVED IN YOUR SYSTEMATIC PROBLEMS. Under Supervision of: SIR ASIF RAZA KHAN Visiting Faculty Member Department of Commerce University of Karachi Dated: March 18th, 2016 PROPOSAL PROGRAM PART - A 1. Name of the Department where the project will be undertaken : RAJBY INDUSTRIES 2. Broad area of proposed research PRODUCTION AND FINANCE DEPARTMENT PART-B PROPOSED RESEARCH WORK PROJECT TITLE:...
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...Career Objective To work progressively with zeal and dedication, through learning and applying skills along with knowledge to serve my best to the organization as well as my professional growth. Academics Relevant Courses: • Completed six weeks course and training in JAVA from SLR Infotech Pvt. Ltd, CHANDIGARH. • Pursuing 6 Months course and training in JAVA from DUCAT,NOIDA. • Completed six weeks course in C++ From ICT, KAITHAL B. Tech Projects: S.No Name Of the Project Description Team Members Roles and Responsibilities 1. CHANDIGARH TOURISM (B.Tech Summer Training Project) It was a software project based on core JAVA. It includes all the places to visit , map of chandigarh , hotel room booking , slides . Backend was based on MS-ACCESS . 2 Coding of Some pages, database manipulation & connectivity and preparing Crystal Reports. 2. DELHI TOURISM (B.Tech Minor Project ) It was a software project based on core JAVA. It includes all the places to visit , map of delhi , hotel room booking , slides . Backend was based on MS-ACCESS . 2 Coding of Some pages, database manipulation & connectivity and preparing Crystal Reports. 3. CRIME FILE MANAGEMENT (B.Tech Major Project ) It was a website describing various departments in crime department. It includes 3 modules WRITER , INSPECTOR , ADMIN. Writer writes complaints , Inspector investigates by watching the record using id’s and admin has all the controls...
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...Family and academic background Aminul Islam was born in Barisal on 2nd may in 1944. He was born in a middle class family in a village named Babarkhana situated in Barisal. He is the second son of his family. He has completed his High school from Barisal zilla School in 1959 and completed his College from Barisal BM College in Science major. After that he enrolled in one of the best university in Bangladesh which is Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology and graduated with a respectful result in 1969. Career and Experience After graduating from his university Aminul Islam did government job in 1965 and quitted in 1977 in East Pakistan Industrial Development Government Corporation (EPIEC) . From there he gained a lot of working experience and knowledge which made him to success in his business later . Business Motivation and starting One of the motivating factors was his father’s dream of his establishment in the society and another factor was after the independence of Bangladesh Aminul Islam realized that a new country has been born, therefore, a lot of construction will be needed for the development of the country and that is when he came up with the idea of Project Builders Limited. He proposed the idea to three other recent BUET graduates and they agreed to start with this new business. After the death of one of the partner and other two sold their share currently Aminul Islam is the only Managing Director and Chairman of Project Builders Limited...
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...Project marking Sheet This project sheet is designed for marking but should inform discussions between the student and the tutor to assess progress throughout the project development. Milestones should be negotiated and progress can be recorded here. | Project below pass level( 0 – 39) | Pass level project(40 - 59) | Merit Level project( 60 – 69) | Distinction level project( 70 – 100) | Abstract [10 marks] | Missing or no indication provided as to focus and outcome of project | Some indication as to focus and outcome of project but more clarity required | Clear summary of focus, direction and conclusions of project | Clear summary of focus, direction and conclusions of project placed in context of previous research. | Introduction [10 marks] | Does not explain the purpose of the project and why it is interesting and important and/or does not outline the main points and approaches taken. | Attempts to explain why the project is interesting and important and briefly outlines the main points and approaches taken | Purposeful explanation as to why the project is interesting and clear summary of the main points and approaches taken | Purposeful explanation as to how the project is informed by previous research and why it is interesting. Clear summary of the main points and approaches taken. | Literature Review with references and citation [10 marks]Example of appropriate academic sources: Textbooks, articles in periodicals, journals and conference proceedings...
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...Alaskan Native American Indian Asian American Black or African American Filipino Foreign National Hawaiian Hispanic/Latino Pacific Islander White Two or more races Other Prefer not to answer What is your current status? I am a high school student. I am a first-year college undergraduate. I am a second-year college undergraduate. I am a third-year college undergraduate. I am a fourth-year college undergraduate. I am a graduate or medical student. Other Not applicable / Prefer not to answer What is your academic major (best fit): What is your field of research (best fit)? Have you participated in research prior to your most recent research experience? No, I have not had a prior research experience. Yes, during one academic semester (typically ~10 hr/wk). Yes, during multiple academic semesters (typically ~10 hr/wk). Yes, during a summer research program (typically full-time for at least 5 weeks). Yes, during a prior academic semester (or semesters) and a summer. Yes, during prior years and/or several summers. Not applicable / Prefer to not answer Do you have goals/plans to continue your education beyond your undergraduate degree? Please check the most likely plan for what you will do immediately following graduation. My goal is to go to graduate school for a Ph.D. degree in a biology-related field. My goal is to go to graduate school for a Ph.D. degree in the physical sciences (including engineering, math, and computer science) My goal...
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...Few memories as a failure on a major project from half a decade ago still vividly remains in memories. As a Research Assistant to Tim, it was my first paid job. Tim, an Engineer, worked in silos and had driver social style to his heart beat. He only communicated the expectations without delving in the details that he had in his mind. Even though the Office space was a closed knit space for 16 students, Tim seldom hung out with people to build personal relationships. He only interacted with others when there was a need. His lack of explanation on why the project was needed had left me wondering regarding purpose and design aspects of the new programming project. I struggled on how to effectively design the project and often sought help from other people, who recommended me that the project needed investment in new programming platform as old platform was incapable of achieving the project objectives. After making almost no progress on the project and wasting time in attempts to make old platform workable, I received a vehement email from Tim, stating that XYZ Inc. was deciding to scale back on funding, as no progress reports were submitted. I was shocked to learn that I was even expected to submit progress reports at the end of quarter on the undertaken project in which I had neither any clue nor communication. As an amiable person, I was too quick to reach an agreement with Tim on project deliverables. I had thought that I would be receiving friendly advice and guidance from...
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...and answer document, uploaded to D2L dropbox. You will have to find an IT professional to interview on your own. Description of this assignment 1. Each student needs to find a candidate for a Post-implementation Review (PIR) report describing an information systems development project. 2. Where can you find an information technology professional to interview? You will have to find an IT professional to interview on your own. 3. If you work for a business or government organization, you should consider interviewing the IT/MIS director for your organization. If you work P/T or F/T in any reasonably sized organization, it is likely that there are some IT workers around (like help desk staff, programmers, analysts, network technicians or even IT managers). It can even be a friend, relative or acquaintance you know who works in such a job. 4. The following is a list of themes that you could address in the interview: Please do not write this paper in question and answer format. Use the questions below to help guide the interview. ▪ What type of job does he/she do? For whom? ▪ What projects is he/she currently working on for the organization? ▪ What projects has he/she recently completed? ▪ What IT applications has the firm recently implemented? ▪ Were the most recently applications developed in-house, were they outsourced development or were they application software packages that were customized and purchased? ...
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...Commerce 4AF3 Accounting Theory Winter 2014 Course Outline Accounting and Financial Management Services DeGroote School of Business McMaster University Course Objectives This course is designed to give an overview of topics relevant to current accounting theory, research, standard setting and practice through relevant readings and by detailed examination of various accounting models. Instructor and Contact Information Name: HT Hao E-mail: haohorn@mcmaster.ca Office: DSB323 Office Hours: Wednesday 11:30-12:20, Friday10:30-11:20 and by appointment. Tel: (905) 525-9140 Ext: 23984 Class Time and Location: C02 Friday 11:30-14:20 @BSB/138 C03 Wednesday 8:30-11:20 @KTH/B105 |Course Website: |http://avenue.mcmaster.ca/ | Course Elements |Credit Value: |3 |Leadership: |Yes |Global View: |Yes |IT Skill: |No | |Avenue: |Yes |Numeracy: |Yes |Written Skill: |Yes |Ethics: |Yes | |Participation: |Yes |Innovation: |Yes |Group Work: |Yes |Oral Skill: |Yes | |Evidence-Based: |Yes |Experiential: |No |Final Exam: |Yes |Guest Speaker: |No | | ...
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...5/17/13 Share 0 Free Research Projects: Research Project on Amul More Next Blog» Create Blog Sign In Free Research Projects The collection of free sample research projects and research project examples on any topics, disciplines. Free research projects, research papers and research proposals for high school, college, University, Master's and PhD students. Wednesday, July 6, 2011 Search This Blog Research Project on Amul Search Research Project on Amul TIRED of powdered soups? Here is an option from the brand leaders in the dairy industry Amul. Having continued to enjoy number one status in practically all the dairy products in India, Amul has now introduced ready to use soups in tetra packs of one litre. To begin with the Masti soups have been introduced in two flavours Hot Sour and Tomato. Says Amul's General Manager (Marketing) R S Sodhi, “It is a test marketing drive in Gujarat and in a month or two it will be introduced all over India.” And there isn't much competition for there are not many companies in India that sell ready to use (just pour and heat) soups, he adds. The tetra packs are available in all outlets selling Amul products. Research Paper Writing Service At www.EffectivePapers.com you can get a custom research paper or research project on any topic and subject. Professional PhD and Master's writers will write a highquality custom paper for you!!! Order Research Project now : Order a custom research project on Amul now! Yes the products...
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...Rev. 1/16 NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship Masters Programs HRM 5365 – Talent Management (Online) Table of Contents Instructor Contact |Technology| Course Description | Prerequisites | Learning Outcomes | Course Material | Grading Scale | Schedule of Assignments |Discussions | Policies | Meeting Dates | Cover Page I. INSTRUCTOR CONTACT • Anne Fiedler (af879@nova.edu) The best way to contact the professor is through Email Professor or Ask the Professor on Blackboard. Messages will be checked between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Monday through Friday. II. Technology • You will need the following: o a computer, o microphone, and o digital camera (often integrated into your computer for this class. It is important that you ensure that you are technologically ready to use Blackboard in your online classes. To check If you are using the proper technology (operating systems, etc.). Please click on the Test your Browser on the right side of your Blackboard entry page. • Respondus LockDown Browser for Online Exams This course requires the use of LockDown Browser for taking online exams. The LockDown Browser software prevents a user from accessing other applications or going to other websites during an exam. This tool makes it possible for students to take online exams from any location, and at times that are convenient. It also creates a fair testing environment for everyone in the ...
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...128) Spring, 2012 Assessment schedule Final mark: 100 % Coursework = term project The term project is to describe and analyse a real world application of economic policy in a selected country. The main topic suggested is the policy actions implemented to mitigate the local consequences of the worldwide financial/liquidity crises but any other policy issue covered during the semester may provide material for this term project. The project shall result in a short (2000 words) but formal academic paper. The paper shall meet all the formal requirements set for academic papers and taught here at IBS in different modules. Students may work in small teams (of at most 2) on collecting relevant information and the description of the situation but shall produce the analyses part individually on complementary (not identical) aspects. The individual sections shall differ from each other in focus and content. Ownership of the individual sections must be indicated clearly. The length of group projects shall be 3000 words. Deadline: (week 14) 24 May 2012, Thursday, 14:00 Room 221 pbrczy@ibs-b.hu The final paper must be word processed and submitted on paper and electronically as well! The submission is incomplete unless both copies are received. Incomplete submissions will not be marked at all (shall receive a mark of 0). Late submissions (max. 1 week) will be charged a -15% penalty. The project can be completed by an in-class presentation. Volunteers shall sign up for the...
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...For ""Anticipated Project Size"" use your internal metrics as guidance. For example, if you use lines of code, then mentally assign ball park values to Small, Medium and Large as part of determining whether to give this criteria a high or low score. Follow a similar process ""Anticipated Duration"". Since project duration depends on project complexity, mentally categorize earlier projects as short, average or long duration to help put the current project in context. 2. After assigning a score for each criteria, view the Feasibility Study Suitability Indicator to discover the best method to use for determining project viability. 3. Omitted criteria will give an inaccurate result, so ensure all criteria are scored before checking the indicator." Criteria "Score (1=high, 3=low)" Guidelines Business Risk "1 = Significant, high-risk projects 2 = Low-to-modertate risk projects 3 = Small, low risk projects" Technology Risk "1 = Significant, high risk technological risks 2 = Low-to-moderate technological risks 3 = Small, low technological risks" Anticipated Project Size "1 = Large 2 = Medium sized 3 = Small" Anticipated Project Duration "1 = Long 2 = Medium duration 3 = Short" Project Dependencies "1 = Substantial and intricate project dependencies 2 = Minimal or manageable project dependencies 3 = No project dependencies" ...
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...The following case represents a realistic situation facing construction firm that has just won a competitive contract. The realistic conditions complicating the project are described in detail, as are the alternatives offered by the staff for dealing with these complexities. Case The Sharon Construction Corporation The Sharon Construction Corporation has been awarded a contract for the construction of a 20,000-seat stadium. The construction must start by February 15 and be completed within one year. A penalty clause of $15,000 per week of delay beyond February 15 of next year is written into the contract. Jim Brown, the president of the company, called a planning meeting. In the meeting he expressed great satisfaction at obtaining the contract and revealed that the company could net as much as $300,000 on the project. He was confident that the project could be completed on time with an allowance made for the usual delays anticipated in such a large project. Bonnie Green, the director of personnel, agreed that in a normal year only slight delays might develop due to a shortage of labor. However, she reminded the president that for such a large project, the company would have to use unionized employees and that the construction industry labor agreements were to expire on November 30. Past experience indicated a fifty-fifty chance of a strike. Jim Brown agreed that a strike might cause a problem. Unfortunately, there was no way to change the contract. He inquired about...
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...FOR PROJECT A Cash Flows DCF (13%) PV 350,000 0.8850 309,750 350,000 0.7831 274,085 350,000 0.6931 242,585 826,420 NPV = 826,420 – 735,000 NPV = 91,420 FOR PROJECT B Cash Flows DCF (13%) PV 300,000 0.8850 265,500 300,000 0.7831 234,930 300,000 0.6931 207,930 708,360 NPV = 708,360 – 690,000 NPV = 18,360 FOR PROJECT C Cash Flows DCF (13%) PV 200,000 0.8850 177,000 200,000 0.7831 156,620 200,000 0.6931 138,620 472,240 NPV = 472,240 – 600,000 NPV = (127,760) Assuming the cost of capital increase to 15%, the new NPV will be as follows FOR PROJECT A Cash Flows DCF (15%) PV 350,000 0.8696 304,360 350,000 0.7561 264,635 350,000 0.6575 230,125 799,120 NPV = 799,120 – 735,000 NPV = 64,120 FOR PROJECT B Cash Flows DCF (15%) PV 300,000 0.8696 260,880 300,000 0.7561 226,830 300,000 0.6575 197,250 684,960 NPV = 684,960 – 690,000 NPV = (5,040) FOR PROJECT C Cash Flows DCF (15%) PV 200,000 0.8696 173,920 200,000 0.7561 151,220 200,000 0.6575 131,500 456,640 NPV = 456,640 – 600,000 NPV = (143,360) At this point it is necessary for one to determine the sensitivity of the change in NPV of the three projects due to the increase in cost of capital. SUMMARY OF NPVS’ CALCULATIONS PROJECT | NPV @ 13% | NPV @ 15% | % CHANGE IN NPV | A | 91,420 | 64,120 | * 29.86% | B | 18,360 | (5,040) | * 127.45% | C | (127,760) | (143,360) | * 12.2% | From the table above it is clear that all three projects had...
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