Project Management: Understanding the Fundamentals and Key Concepts

Course Learning Outcomes in Project Management

Understand and apply key concepts of project
management.
Learn the fundamental principles of project management, including scope, time, cost, and
quality constraints, and how they apply to sports-related projects.

Develop a comprehensive project charter.
Create a formal document that defines the project's objectives, scope, stakeholders, and key
deliverables, serving as a foundation for successful execution.

Identify and analyze project stakeholders and design
strategies to effectively engage with them.
Recognize key individuals and organizations involved in the project, assess their influence
and interests, and develop engagement strategies to ensure collaboration and support.

Assess project risks and outline appropriate responses
to mitigate their impact.
Identify potential challenges and uncertainties that could affect project success and
implement proactive strategies to minimize their impact.

Establish a phased project plan with a clear
governance structure, detailing major steps and
stages, and implement metrics to monitor and
evaluate project performance.
Develop a structured roadmap for the project, outlining key phases, responsibilities, decision-
making processes, and performance indicators to track progress.

Use effective communication techniques to present
project plans and progress to key stakeholders.
Learn how to convey project information clearly and persuasively through reports,
presentations, and meetings to ensure alignment with stakeholders' expectations.

Assignments and Activities

Assigments
: Getting to know your Team
: Project Charter Development - Checkpoint (Group activity)
Stakeholder Management Case Study Analysis (Group activity)
Final Project Delivery - Comprehensive Project Plan for a Sport Management Initiative (Group activity)

Asynchronous Activities

Asynchronous activities (Individual activities)
Asyn - Understanding Project Management through Videos and Readings
: Asyn - Exploring Project Management Concepts through Videos and Readings
Asyn - MCQ Test: Project Management Concepts
Asyn - Final Assignment: Project Management Mind-Map
Final Exam (Individual)

Course Grade Breakdown

Course Grade Breakdown
Assessment
Relative weight (coefficient)
Continuous Assessment:
- Class participation and engagement
- Evaluation
50% of course grade
- 50% of continuous assessment grade
- 50% of continuous assessment grade
Final Assessment:
50% of course grade
- Individual final assessment
- 100% of final assessment grade
CCourse Grade Breakdown

Grading Criteria for Continuous Assessment

GRADING CRITERIA FOR THE CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT:
Class participation and engagement:
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Class behavior (timeless, respect for professor and classmates, and for class rules)
- Completion of tasks in due time
- Intermediate quizzes, using online tools
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Active contribution and relevant participation
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Active learning outside of the class
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Group students are expected to develop a Project Charter based on a Case Study.

Grading Criteria for Final Assessment

GRADING CRITERIA FOR THE FINAL ASSESSMENT: Final examination (Multiple-Choice)

Course Materials Required

CCourse Materials Required
Project Management
Textbook:
- PMBOK® 6th Edition, edited by PMI®. ISBN-10: 1628256648
- PMBOK® 7th Edition, edited by PMI®. ISBN-10: 1628256648

Articles and Case Studies

Articles, case studies:
- Case Study developed for this course.
- Macintosh, E., Couture, A.L. and Spence, K. (2015), "Management challenges in delivering an international sport and
development program", Sport, Business and Management, Vol. 5 No. 3, pp. 276-296. https://doi.org/10.1108/SBM-07-
2012-0028

Additional Resources

Additional Resources (videos, websites, articles, books, book chapters, etc.):
. https://www.scaledagileframework.com/
· Leser, M. (2010). Without sports, project management would be hard! Paper presented at PMI® Global Congress
2010? North America, Washington, DC. Newtown Square, PA: Project Management Institute.
https://www.pmi.org/learning/library/sports-related-analogies-best-practices-6546
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Final Project Delivery: Comprehensive Project Plan for a Sport Management Initiative

OFinal Project deliveryComprehensive Project Plan for a Sport
Management Initiative
(Final Project Delivery
Objective:
The final project requires students to apply all project management concepts learned throughout the course by
developing a detailed project plan for a sport-related initiative. The goal is to simulate real-world project
management practices, ensuring proper planning, execution strategies, stakeholder engagement, and risk
management.

Assignment Description

Assignment Description:
Each group will develop a full project plan for a sport-related project of their choice. The project can be:
. A sporting event
. A facility development project
. A community sports initiative
CFinal Project Delivery

Project Plan Components

1. Project Overview (Introduction)
2. Project Scope & Objectives
3. Stakeholder Management Plan
4. Project Deliverables & Work Breakdown Structure
5. Project Timeline (Gantt Chart)
6. Resource & Budget Plan
7. Risk Management Plan
8. Communication & Reporting Strategy
9. Quality Management & Success Criteria
10. Lessons Learned & Conclusion

Submission Guidelines

Submission Guidelines:
Presentation slides: PowerPoint
(15-20 slides with optional speaker
notes to clarify content)
PDo you have any questions?
Dr. Joshua Muñoz
jmunoz@monaco.edu
Linked in
linkedin.com/in/joshua-muñoz

Introduction to Project Management in Sport

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Key Topics in Project Management

:1. Conceptual Approach to Project Management
2. Evolution of Project Management: Past and Present
3. Introduction to PMBOK Guide as a Standard
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Conceptual Approach to Project Management

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What is a Project?

What is a project?
A project is a sequence of unique,
complex, and connected activities that
have a goal or purpose and must be
completed within a specific time, within
a specific budget, and according to a
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Definition of Project Management

Definition of Project Management
Project management is the application
of
knowledge,
skills, tools,
and
techniques
to
meet
project
requirements and deliver objectives
within constraints of scope, time, cost,
and quality (PMI, 2021).

Project Management Principles

Definition of Project Management
Project Management = Getting Things Done
PM is the process of planning, organizing and managing resources to accomplish a
goal within budget and on time while managing potential risks.
The Project Manager is the Glue
Project managers bring people together, solve problems, and keep everything
moving forward.
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The Iron Triangle in Project Management

The Iron Triangle
The Iron Triangle illustrates the interdependent nature of
key project constraints:
1. Scope: The work required to deliver the project
objectives.
2. Time: The schedule or duration needed to complete the
project.
3. Cost: The budget required to achieve project goals.
4. Quality: Balances all three elements.
Example: Increasing the event's scope may require
extending the timeline or increasing the budget
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product. Three options:
· Add Time
· Add Cost
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Key Component: Temporary Nature of Projects

Key Component - Temporary Nature of Projects
Temporary: Every project has a defined start and end.
A project ends when its objectives are achieved or it is
terminated because its objectives cannot be met.
Characteristics of Temporary Projects:
- Finite duration
- Clear objectives to be achieved within a specific
timeframe
Example: The construction of a new stadium for an upcoming
sports event
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Key Component: Uniqueness of Projects

Key Component - Uniqueness of Projects
Unique: Projects produce unique deliverables,
meaning the outcome is different from routine
operations.
Example: Organizing a regional sports tournament
is unique, even if similar events have been held
before. Factors such as location, participating
teams, and logistics make each project distinct.
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Key Component: Progressive Elaboration

Key Component - Progressive Elaboration
Progressive Elaboration: The project plan is continuously
refined and improved as more information becomes
available.
Stages of Progressive Elaboration:
1. Initial concept
2. Detailed planning
3. Execution with ongoing refinements
Example: Planning a sports camp where initial ideas are
refined over time
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Benefits of Project Management in Sport

Benefits of Project Management in Sport
1. Improved Efficiency:
Timely and cost-
effective delivery of
sports projects
2. Enhanced
Stakeholder
Communication:
Better collaboration
among teams
3. Risk Mitigation: Early
identification and
management of risks
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4. Goal Alignment:
Ensures projects
remain focused on
objectives

Evolution of Project Management: Past and Present

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Reference: Morris (1994), Turner (2009)

Early History: Ancient Projects

Early History - Ancient Projects
Ancient civilizations undertook large-scale projects requiring
planning and coordination.
Pyramids of Egypt:
Involved complex logistics
and workforce
management
Great Wall of China: Spanned
thousands of miles and
required long-term planning
and execution

Modern Foundations: Early 20th Century

Modern Foundations - Early 20th Century
. 1910s: Henry Gantt introduced the
Gantt chart, a key tool for scheduling
and tracking progress.
. Gantt charts became fundamental in
project
management,
helping
visualize
timelines
and
dependencies.

Modern Foundations: Mid-20th Century

Modern Foundations - Mid-20th Century
· 1950s: Emergence of formal
project management techniques:
- PERT (Program Evaluation and
Review Technique): Focused on time
estimation and task sequencing.
- CPM (Critical Path Method):
Identified the longest path of tasks to
ensure timely project completion.
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