UNIVERSIDAD DE ESPECIALIDADES ESPÍRITU SANTO
FACULTAD DE ESTUDIOS INTERNACIONALES
SYLLABUS
ENGLISH VERSION
FOR DAC 11 VER 12 03 09
SUBJECT: Development & Eval of Proj 2
FACULTY: James Keeley, PhD
CONTACT HOURS: 48
YEAR: 2011
DAYS: Monday – Thursday
ROOM: F209
CODE: UGER 381
CREDITS: 3
NON CONTACT HOURS: 96
PERIOD: Spring I
SCHEDULE: 11:10-1250 am
SYLLABUS DATE: Feb 2011
1. COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course teaches all the academic theory of the evaluation, development and
management of projects (part ii). It covers topics such as project development,
product development, life cycle, handling resources, management, risks and
contingencies, earned value projects, advanced work breakdown structure, project
research and development and project team skills. It uses case methodology to
explain and historic examples of complex projects to analyze. Technology projects
are emphasized.
2. JUSTIFICATION
This course enables students to identify, analyze and understand the specific
processes involved in the development and sustainment of business, social and
governmental projects on both large and small scales. This allows students a
better appreciation of the elements involved with project planning, delivery,
sustainability and evaluation.
3. OBJECTIVES
The objectives of this course are to provide a comprehensive examination of
project evaluation and design. The student will be introduced to evaluation
technique and schemata through summative, formative, process, and outcomes
evaluation methods. Exposure to the various methods of project evaluation and
design will allow the student to gain comprehensive insight into methodologies
involved within the scope of program evaluation, design and assessment.
a. GENERAL
The student will gain insight into the value of a properly planned program
design, evaluation and final assessment through the classroom activities.
b. SPECIFIC
During each class session, the student will identify key terminology and
concepts associated with program design and evaluation. Additionally, the
student will demonstrate, define and apply their understanding of program
design and evaluation through the rudimentary construction of a program
evaluation scheme. The student is responsible for 3.125 hours of daily
reading outside of class (non-contact hours) for each class period during the
term.
After completion of the course, students will be able to:
1. Explain common components related to project planning;
2. Explain the salient components related to project implementation;
3. Explain various methods of evaluating projects as on-going and
completed.
4. COMPETENCIES
This course will allow the student to use basic problem solving techniques in order
to solve project management issues as they arise; make appropriate decisions
based on the requirements of the task and allow for recognition of organizational
structure and policy to guide strategic thinking skills in order to complete a project
within established time and fiscal parameters.
5. COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE
Class
Meeting #
Competencies
CONTENT
Introduction and Overview
↑
1
Monday
Mar 14
2
Tuesday
Mar 15
Newell (2002)
pages 1-44
The student
defines the
salient
characteristics
of a project and
explains the
need for project
management
Formative Evaluation
Technique
↓
Kerzner
Chapter 2
p. 69-86
Newell (2002)
pages 77-102
Kerzner
Chapter 4
p. 139-146
PERFORMANCE
INDICATORS
Explores the
various
components
related to all
phases of project
planning and
implementation
Identifies salient
characteristics of
program evaluation
and individual
assessment
Matches the
program evaluation
type to the
appropriate
program
↑
Summative Evaluation
Technique
The student
describes the
various
mechanisms
for evaluation
↓
Summative Evaluation
Technique, Continued
Kerzner
Chap 4
p. 146-163
Determines how
program evaluation
is used during the
life of the project
↑
Developing Outcome
Measures
Kerzner
Chap 4
p. 163-190
Illustrates the use
of a logic model
4
Thursday
Mar 17
6
Tuesday
Mar 22
Kerzner
Chapter 2
p. 52-69
Newell (2002)
pages 46-75
Formative Evaluation
Technique, Continued
3
Wednesday
Mar 16
5
Monday
Mar 21
HOMEWORK
(96 HRS.)
Kerzner,
Chapter 2
p. 35-52
Determines how
program evaluation
is used in program
planning
7
Wednesday
Mar 23
The student
develops a
work
breakdown
structure using
established
tools and
techniques to
achieve stated
project
objectives,
measures and
indicators
Developing Outcome
Measures, Continued
Newell (2002)
pages 104-130
Kerzner
Chap 5
p. 207-223
Develops project
indicators
measurable by a %
and/or #
Constructing Indicators
Kerzner
Chap 5
p. 223-239
Measures project
indicators for
project efficiency
Case Study Analysis
In-Class
Handout
↓
↑
10
Tuesday
Mar 29
Impact Evaluation
Kerzner
Chap 5
p. 239-258
Estimates project
actual versus real
milestone
achievement
MID TERM EXAM
MID TERM
EXAM
Explores issues
related to problems
that were not
planned for
Control Variables
Kerzner
Chap 7
p. 299-307
Examines variables
that impact the
project timeline
Qualitative Evaluation
Methods
Kerzner
Chap 20
p. 831-841
Calculates and
interprets data
related to project
research
Unintended
Consequences
Control Variables
Kerzner
Chap 7
p. 258-299
Qualitative Evaluation
Methods, Continued
In-Class Hand
out
Calculates and
interprets data
related to project
outcomes using
statistical analysis
Calculates and
interprets data
related to project
attainment
12
Thursday
Mar 31
↓
14
Tuesday
Apr 5
↑
15
Wednesday
Apr 6
16
Thursday
Apr 7
Recognizes issues
related to project
success
Newell (2002)
pages 211-216
The student
11
utilizes earnedWednesday value concepts
Mar 30
for project
milestone
control
13
Monday
Apr 4
Discriminates
between service
“needs” and
service “wants”
through effective
evaluation and
assessment
Identifying Indicators
8
Thursday
Mar 24
9
Monday
Mar 28
Kerzner
Chap 5
p. 191-207
Quantitative Evaluation
Methods
17
Monday
Apr 11
18
Tuesday
Apr 12
The student
analyzes
optimal labor
utilization for
cost
effectiveness
and labor
utilization
through
statistical
analysis
Quantitative Evaluation
Methods, Continued
Revenue Streams and the
Cost of Capital Project
Business Analysis
Control Issues
19
Wednesday
Apr 13
Control Issues, Continued
20
Thursday
Apr 14
21
Monday
Apr 18
22
Tuesday
Apr 19
23
Wednesday
Apr 20
24
Thursday
Apr 21
↓
The student
defines the
elements of
project quality
management
and applies
them to the
final project
reporting
feature
Demonstrates
knowledge
related to
milestone
achievement
and planning for
contingencies
Kerzner
Chap 20
p. 841-851
Kerzner
Chap 20
p. 851-862
Newell (2002)
pages 132-161
In-Class
Handout
Empirical Data and
Testing Methods
Kerzner
Chap 20
p. 870-883
Empirical Data and
Testing Methods,
Continued
In-Class
Handout
Reporting the Results
Discounting the Cost of
Capital
.
Quantitative Evaluation of
Projects – IRR
FINAL EXAM
Newell (2002)
pages 165-179
In-Class
Handout
Calculates and
interprets data
related to project
outcomes using
statistical analysis
Calculates and
interprets data
related to project
outcomes using
statistical analysis
Defines salient
control issues and
discusses how they
impact the project
Defines salient
control issues and
discusses how they
impact the project
Determines the
best method of
project evaluation
Determines the
best method of
project evaluation
using a real project
Communicates the
results in a formal
report format
Newell (2002)
pages 181-193
Financial
Evaluation of
Projects Pgs. 111
Project
Calculates the
Business
Internal Rate of
Analysis Pages Return on a project
8 - 39
6. METHODOLOGY
This is a lecture-based course that will require continuous student attendance.
Student knowledge and competencies will be evaluated through daily class
participation, question-and-answer sessions and examination through authentic
assessment i.e., demonstrating what has been learned.
Note that students may complete make-up work by reading original research
through the UEES ProQuest subscription.
Students are highly encouraged to maintain a consistent presence during all
scheduled class times.
7. EVALUATION
The student will be assessed through daily participation and evaluation by written
work and testing. By the conclusion of this class the student will be able to
recognize and identify key objectives and will be able to fundamentally apply what
was learned based upon the information given in this bimester of instruction.
7.1 Assessment Criteria
Completion and knowledge of the assigned course readings,
Consistent use of electronic media,
Completion of assigned homework
Classroom participation is subjectively considered in the final score
7.2 Performance Markers
Identifies the difference between program evaluation and research,
Explains the salient characteristics of program evaluation and individual
assessment,
Determines how program evaluation is used in program planning,
Discriminates between service “needs” and service “wants” through
effective evaluation and assessment,
Identifies and determine the informational needs of program managers
through evaluation and assessment methodology,
Manipulates target data and collection technique to answer evaluation
questions,
Matches the type of data collected to the needs of the program,
Designs and perform appropriate evaluations,
Communicates quantitative and qualitative information to evaluation
consumers.
7.3 Weighting
Unit Exams
Homework
50%
50%
8. BIBLIOGRAPHY
8.1 REQUIRED
MAIN TEXTBOOK(s):
Newell, M. (2002). Preparing for the project management professional
certification exam, 2nd Edition.
This textbook is in pdf format and will be sent to the student to print.
A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge. International Institute of
Business Analysis (ND).
This textbook is in pdf format and will be sent to the student to print.
Kerzner, H. (ND) Project management – A systems approach to planning,
scheduling and controlling. Newport Press, CA.
Chapter 2
p. 35 – 86
Chapter 4
p. 139 – 190
Chapter 5
p. 191 – 258
Chapter 7
p. 289 – 307
Chapter 20 p. 831 – 883
8.2 COMPLEMENTARY
TBA
8.3 HANDOUTS:
Financial Evaluation of Projects
What are project outcomes?
8.4 WEBLIOGRAPHY:
This website is comprehensive in nature that includes many links to other
relevant evaluation and assessment sites:
ProQuest Database: Access portal through the UEES homepage at:
www.uees.edu.ec
Evaluation Resources, US Govt:
http://www.cdc.gov/eval/resources.htm
The Project Management Center:
http://www.infogoal.com/pmc/pmchome.htm
The International Research Network on Organizaing by Projects:
http://www.irnop.org/
E-Project Central:
http://www.eprojectcentral.com/
The Three Little Pigs Project:
http://www.eng.uwo.ca/research/ttlpp/overview.htm
The Woody 2000 Project:
http://www.maxwideman.com/papers/woody2000/intro.htm
9. FACULTY INFORMATION
NAME:
James W. Keeley, PhD
drjwkeeley@yahoo.com
jkeeley@uees.edu.ec
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
B.A.A.S Bachelors of Arts and Sciences
GRADUATE:
M.Ed. Master of Education
M.B.A. Master of Business Administration
Ph.D. Doctor of Philosophy
Prepared by: James W. Keeley, PhD
Date: February 18, 2011
Reviewed by: Dean Monica Reynoso
Date: February, 2011