Assessment Overview
Assessment: An Academic Essay on a specific topic as explained below (100% of module grade)
Word Count: 5,000 words (±10%)
Submission: Online via Turnitin (MyBeckett)
Deadline: 16:59 on Monday 5th January 2026
Task
You are required to write an academic essay that critically examines one contemporary issue or future trend in project management from the list of approved topics.
Your essay should:
- Define and contextualise the issue within project management theory and practice.
- Critically analyse both the advantages and the limitations/challenges.
- Draw on recent academic literature (preferably from the last five years) and relevant case studies.
- Provide evidence-based recommendations for project practitioners.
- Reflect on the implications for the future of project management practice.
Approved Topics for Systematic Literature Review - Al, Big Data, and Predictive Analytics in Project Planning and Control
Explore how artificial intelligence, big data, and predictive analytics are transforming project planning, scheduling, and performance monitoring. Evaluate both the technical and ethical challenges, including algorithmic bias, transparency, and human oversight in automated decision-making. - Embedding ESG and Ethical Frameworks in Sustainable Project Management
Examine how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles are integrated into project management to achieve sustainability and responsible practice. Discuss the trade-offs between ethical imperatives, cost, performance, and long-term stakeholder value. - Hybrid and Agile Methodologies in Managing Complex Global Projects