1. Do you agree with the growing need for better project management, especially for
information technology projects? Why or why not? If possible, give some
examples/scenarios. (Your response should be about 2-4 paragraphs in length.)
[30 pts.]
2. Do you think there are better definitions of success for projects besides meeting
scope, time, and cost goals? If yes, what are they? If possible, give some
examples/scenarios. (Your response should be about 2-4 paragraphs in length.)
[30 pts.]
3. Go through some online research and find an example of a real-world IT project
where spending more time on planning has helped reduce time spent on
executing. Briefly describe the example in 2-4 paragraphs in length. Be sure to
cite references in your response.
[30 pts.]
4. How does recent trends such as globalization, outsourcing, and virtual teams
affect IT project management? Do some research and describe your response in 2-
4 paragraphs in length. Be sure to cite references in your response.
[30 pts.]
5. Based upon your learning in MIS 361 describe the role of project managers and
what skills do they need? (Your response needs to be in 2-4 paragraphs in length.)
[30 pts.]
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