The purpose of this discussion is to offer students an opportunity to demonstrate understanding of “the fundamentals” of project management including, but not limited to project management standards, vocabulary, ethics, professional conduct, the project, and project management in general. This module also introduces students to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), the PMBOK Guide, and the Project Management Institute (PMI).

Instructions

Heagney Chapter 1 and PMBOK Chapter 1 will be used to guide Module 1 discussion.

Task(s)

In three paragraphs this discussion will be presented following these tasks.

Keep in mind that a substantive discussion posting is expected to satisfy the following three requirements:

1. Task One (Chapter Summary)

Present a chapter summary including the general key points of Heagney, Chapter 1.

2. Task Two (“Key Points to Remember”)

Select, and further examine ONE “Key Points to Remember” (Heagney, pp. 22 ) of your choice. Your discussion must interrogate, and expand on the selected “key point”.

Referencing the assigned videos is required. Referencing other external sources/research to help bolster your understanding of the “key point” is highly encouraged.

3. Task Three (Cross Referencing)

Cross-reference your selected “Key Points to Remember” with the corresponding PMBOK chapter, Chapter 1: A). How does PMBOK Chapter 1 help bolster your understanding of the overview of project management Heagney presented in Chapter 1? B) Specifically, which components of PMBOK Chapter 1 do you find most helpful, and why?