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ASSESSMENT 1 BRIEF
Subject Code and Title
PROJ6018 Project, Portfolio and Program Management
Assessment
Project, program, and portfolio infographic
Individual/Group
Individual
Length
One- page/one slide infographic supported by 1,000 words
justification in a Word document.
Learning Outcomes
The Subject Learning Outcomes demonstrated by successful
completion of the task below include:
a) Critically evaluate and reflect on the strategic value of
project, program, and portfolio management, on project
management lifecycles and organisational change
management.
b) Analyse project, program and portfolio management tools
and techniques and argue their significance in improving
business practices, value delivery and performance.
c) Appraise and justify project, program, and portfolio
management frameworks in diverse global organisational
settings.
Submission
Due by 11.55 pm AEST/AEDT Sunday end of Module 3.2 (Week 6)
Weighting
30%
Total Marks
100 marks
Assessment Task
Create an infographic displaying a Project, Program and Portfolio diagram that can be applied to an
organisational setting based on a case study selected from the provided list. In doing so, you are
required to appraise and evaluate Project, Program and Portfolio frameworks and models to
demonstrate their differences, interrelationships and applications in diverse organisational settings.
The infographic must be supported by a 1,000-word justification document.
Please refer to the Instructions for details on how to complete this task.
Context
Diagrams and models are consistently developed in organisations to illustrate working processes,
while frameworks allow project management (PM) practitioners to determine how PM guidelines
should be implemented. Regardless of the methodology of choice, the framework should provide
sufficient guidelines and flexibility to stakeholders to understand the processes and
interrelationships underpinning the components and approaches for the delivery of a value product
that supports the organisation’s needs. Frameworks also allow the principles and practices of a PM
methodology to be adapted to meet changing situations and an organisation’s needs. PM
professionals can incorporate new or existing practices into the selected framework, so that the
solution to completing a project is the most appropriate to an organisational need and context
(Ackah, 2019). As a PM professional, you should be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of
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where your project fits into the context of a program or portfolio and how it affects the overall
success via the delivery of value to the organisation. You should also be able to explain these
concepts to your key stakeholders.
PM professionals are regularly called on to research and present findings that are relevant to the
project and stakeholders. Stakeholders are generally time poor and unable to spend time reading
lengthy documents. An infographic can be used to express the problem and the solution in a
graphical format that is easily understood by stakeholders. This assessment allows you to express
your creativity by considering the communication needs of diverse stakeholders and present your
findings in a visual format that encourages the stakeholders to support your findings and
recommendations.
Reference
Ackah, D. (2019). Project management methods, methodologies, and frameworks: An exploration for study guild for
project management practitioners of Ghana. Project Management Scientific Journal, 1(5), 61–66.
https://doi.org/10.15373/22501991.
Instructions
1. Select an organisation from the provided list of case studies.
2. Consider and evaluate the function of Project, Program and Portfolio Management frameworks
and models across diverse organisations and how they are specifically relevant in the context of
your selected case-study organisation. Ensure that you have reviewed the materials from
Modules 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2 and 3.1, including the Essential Resources, Learning Activity outcomes
and any additional resources you may find relevant.
3. Review the instruction video titled ‘Infographics’, which can be found under the Academic Skills
section.
4. Develop a one-page/one-slide infographic that clearly describes and demonstrates a Project,
Program and Portfolio Management framework to stakeholders at all levels of the chosen
organisational setting.
5. Key Components, Structure and Format of the Infographic
Key Components
In the infographic, ensure you address and include the following information:
• A short description of the organisation for which you have developed the infographic;
• Details of the components of the frameworks and models;
• Details of the functions and outputs in the frameworks and models;
• Details of the responsibilities in the frameworks and models;
• A short description of any differences, similarities and interrelationships you have identified
between the Project, Program and Portfolio Management, including the hierarchy of the
framework or model and how this applies across the organisation;
• Details of how the selected organisational structure affects your diagram;
• Details of the Project Portfolio Management Investment pipeline as it applies to the
framework/model. The diagram should be independent of specific methodologies, allowing
the stakeholder to apply the components in their organisational structure. You should NOT
include diagrams from specific methodologies or frameworks; rather, you should use these
as the basis on which to build and demonstrate the outcomes of your evaluation and
appraisal.
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Structure and Format
• One (1) single-page or -slide containing graphic images and minimal text detailing your
findings. The Infographic may be created using MS PowerPoint software or Visio or
alternatively via a tool, such as Piktochart, Canva, Venngage or similar. Please check that the
tool allows you to download the infographic as a png or PowerPoint file.
• A header textbox that contains the Infographic Title, Student Name and Student ID, Learning
Facilitator’s Name and Date Submitted.
• The infographic images may need to be compressed to ensure that the file size is compatible
with the TUA LMS requirements.
• The infographic should be uploaded in pptx or png format. You should not upload pdf
formats. The Infographic should be saved with a file name that adopts the following format
PROJ6018_Assessment_1_your_name_studentid.pptx.
6. Develop a supporting justification report of 1,000 words to further explain and demonstrate the
key components of your infographic, its structure and your findings as they relate to the
frameworks and models and their application across different organisational structures.
7. Structure and Format of the Justification Report
Please ensure you structure and format the report as described below.
Structure
• Title page, containing the Title of the Report, Student Name, Student ID, Learning
Facilitator’s Name, Word Count and Date Submitted.
• Executive Summary, providing a summary of the report and summarising your findings and
recommendations.
• Table of Contents, setting out the structure of your report, including page numbers and
headings.
• Introduction, detailing the background and specific areas of theory addressed in the
Infographic.
• Body of the report, detailing your findings and elaborating on the contents, context and
application of your Infographic.
• Conclusion, stating your recommendations and elaborating on your recommendations as
illustrated in your Infographic.
• Reference list, detailing all the references cited in the report and the Infographic, including
references for any selected images.
Format
• The report should use 11-point Calibri or Arial font, use 1.5 line spacing for ease of reading
and have page numbers at the bottom of every page.
• The Report must be saved in the native .docx format. Reports should not be converted to
.pdf for submission.
•
The Report should be saved with a file name that adopts the following format:
PROJ6018_Assessment_1_your_name_studentid.docx
8. The infographic and justification report will be assessed based on the Rubric supplied in this
Assessment Brief.
Referencing
It is essential that you use appropriate APA style for citing and referencing research. For more
information on referencing in the Academic Skills webpage.
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Submission Instructions
Submit this task via the Assessment link in the main navigation menu in PROJ6018 Project, Portfolio
and Program Management. You should select Assessment 1—Infographic and then select
Assessment 1—Submission. The Learning Facilitator will provide feedback via the Grade Centre in
the LMS portal. Feedback can be viewed in My Grades.
Please note during the submission process:
You should submit your Word document as an appendix as follows. Once your infographic file has
been uploaded, click Browse Your Computer to attach the Word document as an appendix. Then,
click the Final Submit button. You will not be able to make multiple submissions for this assessment.
Academic Integrity
All students are responsible for ensuring that all work submitted is their own and is appropriately
referenced and academically written according to the Academic Writing Guide. Students also need
to have read and be aware of Torrens University Australia Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
and subsequent penalties for academic misconduct. These are viewable online.
Students also must keep a copy of all submitted material and any assessment drafts.
Special Consideration
To apply for special consideration for a modification to an assessment or exam due to unexpected or
extenuating circumstances, please consult the Assessment Policy for Higher Education Coursework
and ELICOS and if applicable to your circumstances, submit a completed Application for Assessment
Special Consideration Form to your learning facilitator.
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Assessment Rubric
Assessment Attributes
Fail
(Yet to achieve minimum
standard)
0–49%
Pass
(Functional)
50–64%
Credit
(Proficient)
65–74%
Distinction
(Advanced)
75–84%
High Distinction
(Exceptional)
85–100%
Research of Project,
Program and Portfolio
Management
frameworks and
models
Demonstrates analysis
and research into
multiple Project,
Program and Portfolio
Management
frameworks and
models, incorporating
various methodologies
(e.g., PRINCE2, PMI and
Praxis)
Percentage for this
criterion = 20%
Demonstrates no
evidence of research of
Project, Program and
Portfolio Management
frameworks and models.
Demonstrates limited
evidence of research of
Project, Program and
Portfolio Management
frameworks and models in
the context of and/or in
accordance with the purpose
of the assignment.
Report and infographic are
based on one methodology
and demonstrate a limited
level of research.
Demonstrates consistent
evidence of research of
Project, Program and
Portfolio Management
frameworks and models in
the context of and/or in
accordance with the
purpose of the assignment.
Report and infographic are
based on a number of
methodologies,
demonstrating consistency
in research outcomes.
Demonstrates extensive
evidence of research of
Project, Program and
Portfolio Management
frameworks and models in
the context of and/or in
accordance with the
purpose of the assignment.
Report and infographic are
based on extensive and
detailed research but lack
evidence of critical
understanding of the
research outcomes.
Demonstrates extensive
evidence of research and
critical understanding of
Project, Program and
Portfolio Management
frameworks and models in
the context of and/or in
accordance with the
purpose of the assignment.
Report and infographic
demonstrate extensive and
detailed research, including
a critical analysis and
understanding of the
research outcomes.
An understanding of
the context, audience
and purpose of the
infographic
Audience of
stakeholders of all
levels of organisations
from within a broad
Demonstrates no
awareness of the context,
audience and/or purpose
of the assignment.
Demonstrates limited
awareness of the context,
audience and/or purpose of
the assignment.
Infographic layout and
content demonstrate a
limited understanding of the
use of the infographic as a
clear instrument
Demonstrates sufficient
awareness of the context,
audience and/or purpose of
the assignment.
Infographic layout and
content demonstrate a
consistent awareness of the
infographic as an
instrument designed for
Demonstrates an advanced
and integrated
understanding of the
context, audience and/or
purpose of the assignment.
Infographic layout and
content demonstrate an
advanced awareness of the
use of the instrument and
Consistently demonstrates
a systematic and critical
understanding of the
context, audience and
purpose of the assignment.
Infographic content and
layout demonstrate a
critical and systematic
awareness of the
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spectrum of
organisations.
Use of the infographic
as an instrument that
clearly describes and
demonstrates a Project,
Program and Portfolio
Management
framework or model,
independent of specific
methodologies.
Percentage for this
criterion = 20%
demonstrating a framework,
independent of specific
methodologies, designed for
an audience of stakeholders
at all levels.
stakeholders at all levels.
The instrument is based on
specific methodologies but
notes the differences and
challenges of these
methodologies. The
instrument is designed for
an audience of stakeholders
at all levels.
its relevance and
application to an audience
of stakeholders at all levels.
effectiveness of the use of
the instrument as it applies
to the general nature of the
audience of stakeholders of
all levels.
Visual appeal and
presentation of content
Use of colour
Layout
Clarity and neatness
Organisation of content
Flow of information
Useful for
understanding Project,
Program and Portfolio
frameworks and models
for a specific audience
Infographic is difficult for
the audience to
understand, contains no
logical/clear structure and
a poor flow of
ideas/graphics.
Audience is unable to
follow the graphical
elements.
Significant improvements
required in the design,
colour choice, layout,
organisation and flow of
information.
Specialised terminology is
rarely or inaccurately
Infographic and graphic
elements are sometimes
difficult to follow.
Information, ideas and
evidence are presented in a
way that is not always clear
and logical.
Some of the required
elements are organised and
well placed; however, most
content lacks clarity and
requires improvement in
design, layout and neatness.
Employs some specialised
language and terminology
Infographic and graphic
elements are easy to
follow.
Information, ideas and
evidence are well
presented, the flow of ideas
and arguments is mostly
clear.
Most of the required
elements are presented and
well placed.
The infographic
demonstrates an
acceptable level of design
and layout that supports
the flow of information.
Engages audience interest.
Information, ideas and
evidence are very well
presented; the infographic
is logical, clear and well
supported by evidence.
All the required elements
are presented and well
placed. The infographic has
a good design and layout
that supports the flow of
information.
Accurately employs a wide
range of specialised
language and terminology.
The text contains no
spelling errors.
Engages and sustains
audience interest.
Expertly presented; the
infographic is logical,
persuasive and well
supported by evidence,
demonstrating a clear flow
of ideas and arguments.
Graphical elements are
easy to follow.
The infographic has an
excellent design and layout
that supports the flow of
information and all of the
required elements are well
placed and clearly defined.
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Percentage for this
criterion = 25%
employed. The text and
Infographic contain
spelling errors.
with some accuracy. The text
contains some spelling errors.
Accurately employs some
specialised language and
terminology. The text
contains no spelling errors.
Discerningly selects and
precisely employs a wide
range of specialised
language and terminology.
Knowledge and
understanding of
Project, Program and
Portfolio Management
frameworks and
models
Components of the
framework or model
Functions and outputs
in the framework or
model
Roles and
responsibilities in the
framework or model
Relationships between
Project, Program and
Portfolio Management
Effect of the
organisational structure
Project Portfolio
Management
investment pipeline as it
applies to the
framework or model
Percentage for this
criterion = 20%
Demonstrates a limited
understanding of Project,
Program and Portfolio
Management frameworks
or models.
Key requirements are
missing from the
infographic and/or the
supporting report.
Demonstrates functional
knowledge of Project,
Program and Portfolio
Management frameworks or
models.
Infographic and supporting
report include a small
number of the key
requirements but only
demonstrate a basic and
functional level of knowledge
and understanding of the
required components of the
assessment.
Demonstrates proficient
knowledge of Project,
Program and Portfolio
Management frameworks
or models.
Infographic and supporting
report address most key
requirements,
demonstrating a proficient
knowledge and
understanding of
frameworks or models and
associated components.
Demonstrates advanced
knowledge of Project,
Program and Portfolio
Management frameworks
or models.
Infographic and supporting
report address all key
requirements,
demonstrating advanced
knowledge of frameworks
or models and associated
components.
Demonstrates exceptional
knowledge of Project,
Program and Portfolio
Management frameworks
or models.
Infographic and supporting
report provide exceptional
demonstration of
knowledge of all
requirements and
components of frameworks
or models.
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Correct citation of key
resources and evidence
Citation of relevant
resources for models
and frameworks
Citation of relevant
resources within the
supporting report
Percentage for this
criterion = 15%
Demonstrates an
inconsistent use of good
quality, credible and
relevant resources to
support and develop
ideas.
Infographic contains
direct copies of models
taken from other sources,
with no attribution or
adjustment.
Referencing is omitted or
does not resemble APA.
Demonstrates use of credible
and relevant resources to
support and develop ideas,
but these are not always
explicit or well developed.
Infographic contains some
copies of models taken from
other sources with source
attribution but little
adjustment.
Referencing resembles APA,
with frequent or repeated
errors.
Demonstrates use of
credible resources to
support and develop ideas.
Infographic contains
models from other sources
that are adjusted and used
as a basis for the
development of the
framework, with attribution
of a single source.
Referencing resembles APA,
with occasional errors.
Demonstrates use of good
quality, credible and
relevant resources to
support and develop
arguments and statements.
Infographic contains models
developed from research of
other sources with
attribution of the original
source.
APA referencing is free
from errors.
Demonstrates use of high
quality, credible and
relevant resources to
support and develop
arguments and position
statements.
Infographic contains
models developed from
research, consolidates key
data and gives full
attribution to the initial
sources.
APA referencing is free
from errors.
