Reflection and Discussion Forum Week 5
Reflection and Discussion Forum Week 5Assigned Readings:Chapter. 5 Estimating Project Times and CostsInitial Postings: Read and reflect on the assigned readings for the week. Then post what you thought was the most important concept(s), method(s), term(s), and/or any other thing that you felt was worthy of your understanding in each assigned textbook chapter.Your initial post should be based upon the assigned reading for the week, so the textbook should be a source listed in your reference section and cited within the body of the text. Other sources are not required but feel free to use them if they aid in your discussion.Also, provide a graduate-level response to each of the following questions:
Why is it difficult to estimate mega project (i.e., costs and benefits (i.e. airports, stadiums, etc.) costs and benefits?.
Define what a “white elephant” is in project management? Provide a real life example.
[Your post must be substantive and demonstrate insight gained from the course material. Postings must be in the student’s own words – do not provide quotes!] [Your initial post should be at least 450+ words and in APA format (including Times New Roman with font size 12 and double spaced). Post the actual body of your paper in the discussion thread then attach a Word version of the paper for APA review]
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Week 5 Discussion and Reflection Forum
Week 5 Discussion and Reflection Forum
Assigned Readings: Chapter 5 Project Time and Cost Estimation
Postings at First: Read and reflect on the week’s assigned readings. Then, in each given textbook chapter, indicate what you considered was the most essential concept(s), method(s), term(s), and/or anything else that you think was worthy of your comprehension. Your first post should be based on the week’s required reading, thus the textbook should be a source noted in your reference section and cited inside the text. Other sources are not required but feel free to use them if they aid in your discussion. Also, provide a graduate-level response to each of the following questions:
