Case details

Objective:

Develop a detailed Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for planning and executing a three-day Conference in Toronto, Canada. The WBS should delineate all of the deliverables required to accomplish the conference successfully. A budget and estimated resources are NOT required.

Background:

This conference is aimed at gathering academics, professionals, and students interested in project management to exchange knowledge, discuss advancements in the field, and network. It will cover a range of topics including, but not limited to, Agile methodologies, risk management, team dynamics, and project lifecycle management.

Assignment Requirements:

1. Conference Details:

o Theme: Advancements in Project Management

o Duration: Three days

o Participants: Approximately 300 attendees (academics, professionals, and students

)o Venues: Multiple locations in Toronto, including a main conference hall, breakout rooms, and a dining area.

o Content:

Keynote Speeches: Expert insights on emerging trends and advancements in project management.

Academic Presentations: Research findings and theoretical advancements in project management. Panel Discussions: Conversations and Q&A sessions on project management methodologies, challenges, and solutions.

Workshops: Practical sessions on utilizing project management tools and methodologies.

Networking Sessions: Opportunities for attendees to interact and build professional relationships.

2. Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Components: Develop a hierarchical WBS that outlinesthe primary, secondary, and tertiary deliverables, including but not limited to:

o Project Management

o Venue Management

o Program Development

o Marketing & Communications

o Registration & Attendee Management

o Vendor & Supplies Management

o Risk Management

o Budget & Finance

3. Deliverables:

o A comprehensive, detailed WBS in a visual format (chart or diagram).

o A brief report explaining the logic and rationale behind the structuring of the WBS, along with any assumptions made during the development of the WBS.

4. Format:

o Apply a hierarchical structure with suitable numbering for each level.

o Label each level and component of the WBS distinctly.

o Use Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart, or another appropriate diagram-making tool to create a graphical representation of the WBS. You may also, if you wish, use MSProject.

Read the instructions very carefully then answer the case accordingly.

It should be according to WBS structuring.