Question 1.

PART A.
"Planning any IT project is a guarantee of success". Discuss this statement, looking at each side of the argument (i.e., both the value and potential risks of planning).

[approx. 600 words; PART A is worth 30% of the overall marks]

PART B.

Discuss the relevance of the following two topics to IT Project Management:

1. The Bathtub Curve

2. Brooks' Law

Please note: the question does not ask for a description of the topics only. It asks for you to discuss the relevance of the two topics listed to IT Project Management. Include only a brief 75 word description of each topic. You may include diagrams in your answer.

[approx. 800 words (400 words per topic)]

PART C.

With the use of diagrams, describe Tuckman's Theory of groups from the perspective of the project manager and the individual team members.

[approx. 300 words]

Why do you think considering group theory is important in IT project management?
[approx. 300 words]