This document outlines the purpose and learning outcomes of a project planning assignment which requires students to develop a well-researched project plan for a networking project, establish a project management plan, analyze project issues and risks, and conduct a post-project review to make recommendations for improvements in future projects.

1. The purpose of this assignment is to develop a well-researched
project planning document based on the overall parameters of a
networking related project, establish an appropriate project
management plan, and quality environment required to complete
the chosen project. Furthermore, analyse project issues, conduct
postproject review (i.e., lessons learned) and make
recommendations for improvements for future projects. It
addresses the following learning outcomes:
• Understand project management as a strategic tool,
framework, or methodology for business development;
• Analyse and apply a range of technologies and techniques that
are appropriate to the needs and requirements of the project —
particularly in developing the scope, and planning the project;
• Demonstrate project leadership skills; identify and assess risk.
in developing and executing theproject;
• Critically reflect on current project management ethics,
research, theory and practice;
• Identify, analyse, compare, interpret and present the use of a
project management tool (e.g., MS Project);
• How to manage a project effectively through planning,
leadership, monitoring and control;
• Analyse various ICT services management systems.