Microsoft word & Microsoft project .mpp
Section 1: Written paper
Required Format (MS Project File)
1. Write a ten to fifteen (10-15) page paper in which you:
a. Describe how you would initiate the project.
b. Create a project plan for moving the data center, considering the budget and time
constraints.
c. Develop an inclusive plan that incorporates the five (5) process areas and nine (9)
knowledge areas of the PMBOK®.
d. Describe how you will monitor and control the plan.
e. Explain the methods you would use to close the project.
f. Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar
Websites do not qualify as quality resources.
Section 1 of your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
• Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all
sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your
professor for any additional instructions.
• Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s
name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in
the required assignment page length.
Section 2: Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Required Format (MS Project File)
2. Use Microsoft Project or Open Project (.mpp format) to create the project work breakdown
structure (WBS) and resource sheet.
Section 2 of your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
• Microsoft Project or its open source alternative in .mpp format.
The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
• Describe the knowledge and processes areas of project management in accordance to the
Project Management Institute Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) Guide.
• Evaluate the different cost management factors in an IT project management context.
• Identify how project management improves the success of information technology projects.
• Summarize the tools and techniques in project procurement.
• Use technology and information resources to research issues in IT project management.
• Write clearly and concisely about issues in IT project management using proper writing
mechanics and technical style conventions
