Q Image Citation: http://www.wave3.com/resizer/udHWomXLGXnh0jMSYljAY4uq8tI=/1200x600/arc-anglerfish-arc2-prod-raycom.s3.amazonaws.com/public/J6ONDNOZEZHCLG5D5XFMNVCSGE.jpg This case study requires you to develop a Project Plan that will enable you to host an “epic” party. The original case was focused on a Superbowl party [2] however it can be adapted for a birthday celebration, a cookout, an open house or as the participants so decide. It’s mid –January and football season is quickly coming to a close… That means it’s time for the SUPERBOWL!!!! So let’s have some fun and throw a Superbowl* party for 30 of our closest friends. With 2 weeks to go, let’s put your Project Management skills to use so we can plan, prepare for and host an epic party. • What is the objective of your project? What does success look like? State it in your words. • What are the key tasks or activities leading up to and during the party itself; list out at least 25 • Consider how long it will take to perform each of the tasks. An estimate is fine. For example, if one of your tasks is to “Thaw out the frozen chicken wings”, you might estimate 4 hours for this. • Do any tasks have to be completed before others can start, meaning for the identified tasks are there any predecessors? Which tasks are truly independent? • Using excel or a hand drawing, draft out a project schedule, showing the order of tasks from start to finish. • Identify the critical path. • Do you have enough time to get ready for the party? If so, when do you have to start your first activity? • Uh-oh… your car broke down and you couldn’t get it fixed in time to start shopping for your project plan. You are now 1 day behind schedule. How can you crash the schedule? At what cost (approximate)? • Other than your car breaking down, what are the key risks to your schedule? Identify at least 3 risks and discuss how you might mitigate them. Note: * - if you really aren’t a football fan or have something against the Superbowl, you can do this same exercise as a birthday party if you wish. Rubric Case Study Rubric Case Study Rubric Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeApplication of Chapter Concepts to Case Study Example 10 to >7.0 pts Excellent Supports CS diagnosis and opinions with strong relevant arguments and well documented evidence; presents a balanced and holistic critical view; interpretation is both reasonable and objective. CS response shows evidence of knowledge and understanding of assigned reading and interactive exercises. Provides quality and quantity of relevant concepts applied to the specifics of the CS. Includes analytics, research, observation, ideas and recommendations, potential solutions and sensitivity analysis. Goes beyond the basic answers to the prompts and demonstrates thoroughness of responses by incorporating numerous chapter concepts. 7 to >5.0 pts Average Supports diagnosis, suggestions and opinions with limited reasoning and evidence; presents a somewhat one-sided or incomplete argument; demonstrates modest engagement of chapter concepts to the ideas presented. Makes appropriate but somewhat vague connections between identified issues/problems and concepts studied in readings, interactive exercises and/or lectures; demonstrates some command of the analytical tools studied; supplements case study with limited research. Answers to the prompts are basic and routine. 5 to >0 pts Poor CS response is light in content with little or no action suggested and/or inappropriate solutions proposed to the issues in the case study. Lacks suitable connection between the issues identified and the concepts studied in the readings and interactive elements; supplements case study, if at all, with incomplete research, documentation and citation of resources. Does not adequately answer all the CS prompts. 10 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent - Relevance, analytical thought and expression of ideas/points 5 to >3.0 pts Excellent Identifies and demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of the main issues/problems/opportunities in the case study. Presents an insightful and thorough analysis of all identified issues/problems; includes all necessary supporting materials and/or calculations. 3 to >2.0 pts Sufficiently Average Identifies and demonstrates an average understanding of most of the issues/problems/opportunities. Presents a moderate analysis of most of the issues identified within the CS; May lack appropriate elaboration to express ideas/points. May be missing some support materials and/or necessary calculations. 2 to >0 pts Poor Identifies and demonstrates at or below minimum acceptable understanding of the issues/problems/opportunities within the CS. Lacks analytical fortitude, or responses are irrelevant Presents a superficial or incomplete analysis of the identified issues; omits supporting materials and/or necessary calculations. 5 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessionalism - Writing mechanics and formatting quality of written submittal 5 to >4.0 pts Impeccable - few to zero errors Demonstrates clarity, content flow and correctness; formatting is appropriate and writing is free of grammar and spelling errors. 4 to >2.0 pts Presentable Occasional grammar or spelling errors, however document offers a clear presentation of ideas; may lack organization or proper formatting. 2 to >0 pts Poorly presented - numerous errors Writing style is unfocused, difficult to follow, rambling, or contains serious/numerous errors; poorly organized or does not follow specified guidelines. 5 pts Total Points: 20 PreviousNext