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GRAD 695 A2 TOPIC REFINEMENT ASSIGNMENT JUN 2019 1 ASSIGNMENT 2: REFINING YOUR TOPIC Complete the following questions designed to help you refine your research topic. Review the guidance provided on the Tips for PMGT Research document and guidance provided on the GRAD 695 course page and Student Toolbox: · GRAD 695 Course Page Course Overview, Course Expectations and Research Resources · HU Library Research Step by Step and Credo Reference · MIT Libraries Refining a research topic · HU PMGT Graduate Research Topics · HU Digital Commons Digital Commons Student Name: Tapshak Augustine Proposed Project Management Research Topic and short description: The role of virtual project management in improving team collaboration and communication in digital era Directions for Refining Your Research Topic: Conduct research and narrow or broaden your topic to focus on a specific PM research need, complete the table below. Repeat the process until you have achieved below 30 results to research. Add more rows as needed. Keywords and parameters used in search to narrow or broaden topic Number of Results Example 1: Project management, agile, construction 1.5913 Example 2: Full text, scholarly resources, 2010- Present 83 1. The impact of virtual team communication on project performance. 92.8 2. Exploring the role of agile methodologies in project management. 38.5 3. Evaluating the effectiveness of PM tools and technologies in project planning and execution. 147.0 4. Investigating the challenges of managing virtual project teams in digital environments. 60.8 5. The role of data analytics in improving project performance and decision-making in the digital era. 193.0 6. Assessing the benefits and risks of adopting cloud-based project management solutions. 3.71 7. Exploring the use of artificial intelligence(AI) and machine learning(ML) in project management. 105.0 8. The impact of digital transformation on project governance and organizational structure. 52.2 9. Evaluating the role of cybersecurity in digital project management. 36.80 10. Investigating the role of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality(AR) in 21.50 http://library.harrisburgu.edu/research/home http://library.harrisburgu.edu/research/home http://library.harrisburgu.edu/research/home http://library.harrisburgu.edu/research/home https://rpas.klnpa.org/rpas/ezproxy.cgi?institution=20&url=http://search.credoreference.com https://rpas.klnpa.org/rpas/ezproxy.cgi?institution=20&url=http://search.credoreference.com http://libguides.mit.edu/c.php?g=175961&p=1160160 http://libguides.mit.edu/c.php?g=175961&p=1160160 http://libguides.mit.edu/c.php?g=175961&p=1160160 http://libguides.mit.edu/c.php?g=175961&p=1160160 http://harrisburgu.edu/mspm-program-main/mspm-grad-research/ http://harrisburgu.edu/mspm-program-main/mspm-grad-research/ http://harrisburgu.edu/mspm-program-main/mspm-grad-research/ http://library.harrisburgu.edu/institutional_repository http://library.harrisburgu.edu/institutional_repository GRAD 695 A2 TOPIC REFINEMENT ASSIGNMENT JUN 2019 2 project visualization and collaboration. 11. Assessing the influence of big data on project forecasting and risk management in projects. 140.0 12. Exploring the integration of DevOps practices in project management. 35.80 13. The impact of project management on stakeholder engagement and communication. 153.00 14. Investigating the challenges and opportunities of managing remote project teams in digital environments. 86.60 15. Evaluating the effectiveness of project management methodologies in large-scale projects. 162.00 16. Exploring the use of blockchain technology in project management and contract administration. 82.30 17. The role of project management in fostering innovation and digital transformation within organizations. 51.20 18. Assessing the ethical considerations and implications of using digital tools in project management. 227.0 19. Investigating the impact of agile project management software on project success rates. 68.40 20. Exploring the use of predictive analytics in resource allocation and project scheduling in projects. 13.50 21. The influence of user experience design in project management. 350.0 22. Evaluating the benefits and challenges of implementing project management dashboards and reporting systems. 21.50 23. Investigating the role of virtual project management offices (PMOs) in digital project environments. 7.10 24. Assessing the impact of automation and robotic process automation (RPA) on project management practices. 2.54 25. Exploring the use of collaborative project management platforms in digital project environments. 21.80 26. The role of change management in project implementation and adoption. 989.00 27. Investigating the impact of digital project management on project cost control and budgeting. 30.30 28. Assessing the role of project management in achieving sustainability and environmental goals. 80.40 29. Exploring the use of gamification techniques in motivating and engaging project team members in digital projects. 6.61 30. The influence of project management on project quality assurance and risk mitigation. 101.10 GRAD 695 A2 TOPIC REFINEMENT ASSIGNMENT JUN 2019 3 Review the following resources and provide responses to the following questions. Your responses should be at least 100 words in length and contain paraphrased content and citations. Question 1: Discuss which of the resources from Section 1 was most helpful to you and how it helped frame your topic. Refer to the resources listed in Section 1, the HU PMGT Graduate Research Topics was the most helpful resource in framing my topic. This resource provided a curated list of research topics specifically related to project management, which was directly relevant to my area of interest. It helped me explore various research areas within project management and provided me with a starting point to narrow down and refine my topic. By going through the list, I was able to identify key themes and areas of research that aligned with my interests and allowed me to develop a focused research question. This resource saved me time and effort in brainstorming and helped me establish a strong foundation for my research. Question 2: List three things you learned about research process from this exercise. · The significance of topic exploration: The exercise highlighted the importance of exploring various resources to identify relevant research topics. By exploring different resources such as course pages, library databases, and research repositories, I discovered a wealth of potential topics and gained a broader understanding of the research landscape within project management (Joshi, (2019). ). · The value of curated research resources: The availability of curated research resources, such as the HU PMGT Graduate Research Topics, can be immensely helpful in narrowing down research areas and providing a starting point for further exploration. These resources save time and effort by presenting pre-selected topics that align with the field of interest, which allows researchers to focus on refining their topic rather than starting from scratch. · The iterative nature of the research process: The exercise highlighted that the research process is iterative and involves multiple steps. It is not a linear progression from topic selection to final research question. Instead, it requires continuous refinement and adjustment based on the information and insights gathered from different resources. Through this exercise, I realized the importance of revisiting and revising my topic based on the feedback and guidance provided by the resources I explored. Question 3: List and describe three insights that you have noted about your research topic through this exercise Limit your response to specifically to your topic, NOT the research process. 1. Project management is increasingly relevant in the digital era, with significant challenges and opportunities. Investigating its impact on project performance, collaboration, and communication is crucial. GRAD 695 A2 TOPIC REFINEMENT ASSIGNMENT JUN 2019 4 2. Technology plays a pivotal role in project management, influencing planning, execution, and monitoring. Assessing the effectiveness of project management tools and technologies is vital for enhancing outcomes, resource allocation, and team collaboration (Pekar, (2021).). 3. Adaptive methodologies, such as agile approaches, are essential in dynamic environments. Understanding their role in project management is key to improving success rates, adapting to changing requirements, and meeting stakeholder expectations. Question 4: How can your proposed topic add to the existing body of knowledge in project management? My proposed topic on the impact of virtual project management on project performance, team collaboration, and communication can contribute to the existing body of knowledge in project management in several ways. 1. It can provide insights into the unique challenges and opportunities associated with managing projects in virtual environments, offering practical guidance for project managers in adapting their strategies and practices. 2. By evaluating the effectiveness of project management tools and technologies in virtual settings, it can help identify best practices and highlight areas for improvement (Martinsuo, (2018).). 3. The impact of virtual project management on project outcomes, it can contribute to understanding the factors that influence project success in the digital era. Overall, this research can advance knowledge and inform decision-making in project management. Question 5: Name 3 to 5 identified gaps in the existing literature or recommendations for future research? (These are often found in the conclusion section of articles and research studies) 1. Deeper exploration of social dynamics: Research is needed to understand trust-building, team cohesion, and conflict resolution in virtual project teams, and how these dynamics impact project outcomes and team performance. 2. Comparative studies across industries and project types: Research should conduct comparative studies to identify industry-specific challenges and best practices in project management, considering diverse industries and project types (Ghasemzadeh, (2018).). 3. Long-term effects of virtual project management: Investigating the long-term sustainability and impact of virtual project management practices on project success and organizational performance is essential. 4. Cultural and geographical factors: Understanding the influence of cultural differences and geographical dispersion on communication, collaboration, and project outcomes in virtual project management settings requires further exploration. 5. Integration of emerging technologies: Research should focus on the integration and impact of emerging technologies like virtual reality, augmented reality, and artificial intelligence in enhancing collaboration, communication, and project outcomes in virtual project teams. Question 6: Based on this research and any preliminary research, describe the focus of your research paper. GRAD 695 A2 TOPIC REFINEMENT ASSIGNMENT JUN 2019 5 The focus of my research paper is to investigate the impact of virtual project management on project performance, team collaboration, and communication. Building upon existing literature and preliminary research, the study aims to explore the social dynamics within virtual project teams, including trust-building, team cohesion, and conflict resolution. It also intends to conduct a comparative analysis across different industries and project types to identify industry-specific challenges and best practices in virtual project management (Kim, (2020).). Additionally, the research paper will evaluate the long-term effects of virtual project management practices on project success and organizational performance. The integration of emerging technologies, such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and artificial intelligence, will also be examined to understand their role in enhancing collaboration and communication in virtual project teams. List at least 5 references used in APA format: For additional help with your research needs, contact a librarian at the HU Library by sending an email to
[email protected] or calling 717-901-5188. Kim, S., & Lee, J. (2020). The impact of virtual team communication channels on project performance. International Journal of Project Management, 38(4), 119-131. Ghasemzadeh, F., & Archer, N. (2018). Agile project management methodologies in the age of complexity. Project Management Journal, 49(3), 98-115. Martinsuo, M., & Dietrich, P. (2018). Project management tools and techniques in high-tech SMEs. International Journal of Project Management, 36(1), 54-65. Pekar, P., & Habib, A. F. (2021). Challenges and practices of managing virtual project teams: A systematic literature review. Journal of Systems and Software, 175, 110925. Joshi, A., & Balakrishnan, J. (2019). Data analytics in project management: A study on the use of analytics for risk management. International Journal of Project Management, 37(6), 823-835. mailto:
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[email protected] GRAD 695 RESEARCH TOPIC APPROVAL FORM JUN 2019 1 GRAD 695 Topic Approval Form Student Name: Tapshak Augustine Student ID: 293597 Instructor: Professor Ella Ponsford - Gullacci Topic Title: The role of virtual project management in improving team collaboration and communication in digital era GRAD 695 Project Management Research Paper Capstone Options and Description The intent of this approval form is to ensure that students in GRAD 695 select a topic that is related to agile or traditional project management and appropriate for their capstone experience. CPT students should choose a topic related to their area of employment. Topics should be based in a current problem or issue within the field of project management using the 5W process outlined below. The following table provides some examples to explore while developing your own topic of interest: Examples: · Adapting Agile Project Management in Regulated Pharmaceuticals · Soft Skills Influence in Project Managers in the Cloud Space · Applying Lean to Global Software Development · Risk Assessment in Automotive Durability Testing · Challenges of Using Scrum in Globally Distributed Teams Who Project Managers Project Teams Customers Sponsors Product Owner Scrum Master What PM Knowledge Area PM Methodology Agile Ceremony Lean Concept Industry Challenge When PM Process Group Life Cycle Stage Where Industry/Field Organization Type PMO Why/How Cause/ Effect Success Strategies Key Factors Triggers