Project Guidelines for Group Selection
Objective:
Allow each group to choose a project idea that interests them, giving them ownership and
engagement with the work. This approach accommodates a wider variety of project ideas, as
long as they meet basic project management criteria.
Project Topic Guidelines
Each team should propose a project idea that:
• Solves a Real-World Problem: Whether on campus, in their local community, or
within a specific field (e.g., tech, education, sustainability).
• Is Achievable: The project should be realistic enough to plan and propose within the
course timeframe.
• Involves Key Project Management Components: The project idea should be
complex enough to require careful planning, budgeting, scheduling, and risk
management.
Suggested Project Ideas
To guide teams, here are some examples of suitable project types:
1. Community-Based Projects: Propose an event or program to address a community
need, such as a volunteer fair, environmental cleanup, or fundraising event.
2. Tech and App Development: Design a mobile app or website to meet a specific user
need, such as helping students find study resources, sharing carpool opportunities, or
organizing study groups.
3. Event Planning: Organize a university-wide event, like a hackathon, cultural festival,
or guest speaker series.
4. Business Startup Proposal: Outline a project for a small business idea, like a
student-run coffee shop, online tutoring service, or sustainable fashion line.
5. Social Impact Project: Plan a project around a social cause, such as increasing
mental health awareness, promoting inclusivity on campus, or reducing campus
waste.
Approval Process for Project Ideas
1. Initial Proposal: Each team submits a one-page proposal outlining their chosen
project idea, goals, and target audience.
2. Instructor Feedback: The instructor reviews and approves each project proposal,
ensuring it meets course requirements.
3. Project Execution: Once approved, teams follow the project phases (Initiation,
Planning, Execution Plan, Closure and Presentation).
Benefits of a Group-Selected Project
• Engagement: Teams are more likely to be motivated if they are passionate about their
project topic.
• Diverse Perspectives: Different projects can enrich class discussions as teams share
unique challenges and solutions.
• Real-World Relevance: Groups can select topics related to their career interests,
making the project feel more applicable to their goals.
This approach maintains the rigor of the project management process while giving students
more freedom to explore topics they care about.
