Assessment Task 1 Manage project information and communication BSBPMG516 Student Declaration To be filled out and submitted with assessment responses ◻ I declare that this task and any attached document related to the task is all my own work and I have not cheated or plagiarised the work or colluded with any other student(s) ◻ I understand that if I If I am found to have plagiarised, cheated or colluded, action will be taken against me according to the process explained to me ◻ I have correctly referenced all resources and reference texts throughout these assessment tasks. ◻ I have read and understood the assessment requirements for this unit ◻ I understand the rights to re-assessment ◻ I understand the right to appeal the decisions made in the assessment Unit Title Manage project information and communication Unit Code BSBPMG516 SAI Student name Student ID number 62394 Student signature Sai Task Number 1 BSBPMG516 Manage project information and communication V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Date 25/06/2021 Page 2 greenwichcollege.edu.au ------OFFICE USE ONLY----For Trainer and Assessor to complete: ◻ Student requested reasonable adjustment for the assessment Question Marking Sheet - Assessor to complete. Did the student satisfactorily address each question as instructed: Completed satisfactorily S NYS DNS Comments Question 1 Question 2 Task Outcome: Satisfactory ☐ Not Yet Satisfactory ☐ Student Name: Assessor Name: Assessor Signature: Date: BSBPMG516 Manage project information and communication V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 3 greenwichcollege.edu.au Table of Content Student Declaration ............................................................................................................................................... 2 Task 1 – Knowledge Questionnaire ..................................................................................... 5 Answer all the questions below: ....................................................................................................................... 6 Question 1 ................................................................................................................................................................. 6 Question 2 ................................................................................................................................................................. 8 BSBPMG516 Manage project information and communication V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 4 greenwichcollege.edu.au Task 1 – Knowledge Questionnaire Task summary and instructions What is this assessment task about? This assessment is a written questionnaire with a mix of objective and subjective questions. The questionnaire is designed to meet the knowledge required to meet the unit requirements safely and effectively. The questions focus on the knowledge evidence required for this unit of competency: What do I need to do to complete this task satisfactorily? explain alternative communication methods and media and their application on various projects identify effective project-management information systems and their various applications explain methods used to evaluate information systems and communication processes. submit your answers to the questions within the set timeframe, answer all questions as instructed, answer all questions using your own words and reference any sources appropriately, all questions must be answered satisfactorily. It is advisable to: Specifications Resources and equipment review the questions carefully, answer the questions using online research and the learning material provided for the unit and by reviewing real or simulated relevant business documentation (such as policies and procedures), further research the topics addressed in each question. You must submit to GOALS the assessment coversheet, answers to all questions, references. • • • computer with Internet access, access to Microsoft Office suites or similar software, learning material BSBPMG516 Manage project information and communication V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 5 greenwichcollege.edu.au Task summary and instructions What will the assessor be looking for? Your assessor will be looking for demonstrated evidence of your ability to answer the questions satisfactorily, follow instructions, conduct online research and review real or simulated business documentation, such as policies and procedures related to project management. Re-submission opportunities You will be provided feedback on your performance by the Assessor. The feedback will indicate if you have satisfactorily addressed the requirements of each part of this task. If any parts of the task are not satisfactorily completed, the assessor will explain why, and provide you with written feedback along with guidance on what you must undertake to demonstrate satisfactory performance. Re-assessment attempt(s) will be arranged at a later time and date. You have the right to appeal the outcome of assessment decisions if you feel that you have been dealt with unfairly or have other appropriate grounds for an appeal. You are encouraged to consult with the assessor prior to attempting this task if you do not understand any part of this task or if you have any learning issues or needs that may hinder you when attempting any part of the task. Answer all the questions below: Question 1 Communication is essential in projects. Address the questions below: A Question Select 3 communication methods, explain them and describe how they can be applied to projects. Method Interactive Communication BSBPMG516 Manage project information and communication V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Answer Explanation and application (50-80) words/method) Interactive communication is an effective communication, that allows all the stakeholders live interaction with all the people related to the project. Some of the best examples of interactive communication methods are video conferencing, live chat, and phone calls. The interactive communication process is more suitable for the stake holders located in the different regions. According to the experts, video conferencing is considered as most effective in comparison to other modes of interactive communication. Page 6 greenwichcollege.edu.au Question Push Communication Pull Communication B Select 2 communication media, explain them and describe how they can be applied to projects. Medium Face-to-Face Communication Answer In this communication type, the information is passed to the recipients and where the feedback is not required immediately. Project managers can use this medium of communication for sending meeting notes, and other information. They can also use this mechanism to pass information to stakeholders through a press release. Project managers also can send faxes, letters, emails, memos, status reports using the push notification mechanism. As the name itself suggests, this communication method is suitable for the large-scale audience, who like to access information at their own convenient time. The project managers store this information in the data repository on the company server or a place where it can be accessed by the team members or stakeholders. The information can be anything ranging from slide shows, study materials, or training sessions. Explanation and application (30-50 words/medium) Face-to-face communication is very powerful. You can communicate verbally with the words you speak as well as non-verbally through body language. It also allows you to get immediate feedback from the receiver so you can adjust how you are delivering your message if necessary. Some examples of face-to-face communication include informal hallway chats, project meetings, annual performance reviews, and job interviews. C Identify 2 effective project management information Written Communication Written communication is any type of communication that involves the written word. This can involve both formal and informal communications. A key distinction between written communication and face-to-face communication is that feedback from the receiver may not be immediate. Information system Application (30-50 words/information system) Because schedules are such a core component of project management as a whole, almost all Scheduling BSBPMG516 Manage project information and communication V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 7 greenwichcollege.edu.au Question systems and communication processes and outline how they can be applied to projects. Estimating Answer project management information systems contains scheduling tools. The project schedule is communicated to stakeholders and forms the baseline for project control, that is, the project is continuously measured on the basis of its adherence to the schedule. Project estimating involves assigning a price to each of the project tasks. Each task is then rolled up into an overall project estimate. In a perfect world, the actual project cost will always fall within the estimate, but we know that is only an ideal to be strived for. Question 2 Select and explain 2 methods used to evaluate information systems and communication processes. (30-50 words/method) Method Goal-free evaluation Criteria-based evaluation Explanation Goal-free evaluation is an inductive methodology, which aims at gathering data on a large amount of actual effects and then assessing the importance of these effects in meeting demonstrated needs of the sociotechnical environment in which the IS is to produce change or innovation. Criteria-based evaluation means the evaluation is conducted according to predefined checklists, heuristics, or principles. These criteria mainly stem from some specific theories as well as sets of guidelines, standards or even legal requirements. The selected criteria for evaluation indicate that evaluators emphasize and focus on certain characteristics more than others. Therefore, the criteria used for evaluation determine the types of outcomes that can be acquired Reference: 1. Greycampus.com. 2021. Greycampus. [online] Available at: <https://www.greycampus.com/blog/project-management/communication-methods-in-projectmanagement> 2. PM, B. and Medium, C., 2021. Types of Communication Medium for Project Managers. [online] Project Management Skills. Available at: <https://www.project-management-skills.com/types-ofcommunication-medium.html>. BSBPMG516 Manage project information and communication V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 8 greenwichcollege.edu.au 3. Bernie Roseke, P., 2021. 8 Functions of Project Management Information Systems. [online] ProjectEngineer. Available at: <https://www.projectengineer.net/8-functions-of-project-managementinformation-systems/>. 4. Eprints.whiterose.ac.uk. 2021. [online] Available at: <https://epr BSBPMG516 Manage project information and communication V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 9 greenwichcollege.edu.au