Case Study

LaPoint, P., & Haggard, C. (2018). Design Prototypes Inc Project Management (A): Selection of the project team. CaseCentre.

1. The case study presents knowledge in two related areas: Project Leadership and Project Practices. Before the case presents what was learned by the player or players, there was a process of unlearning; a breaking down of traditional knowledge practices that was required in order to eventually be successful. Describe the case in detail with a problem statement and references to the unlearning process. Explain how the principal character or characters were able to gain from their experiences.

2. Describe the project leadership facets from the case study and how they relate to project management; these would be related to human resources, communications, and stakeholder management. Explain the project practices that were exercised in showing leadership and management and how they were implemented.

3. Finally, explain any criticisms or concerns you have of the case study as they relate to project management theory.