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Morgan State University PM Magazine Fall 2023
Magazine Theme
Corporate Social Responsibility: The Environmental Impact of Project Management
Description: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is vital when it comes to organizational reputation. Companies must pay careful attention to their impact on the communities in which they operate. Consequently, there are various project management areas that can contribute to, or hinder, Corporate Social Responsibility efforts. Astute project managers must be able to leverage their experience and expertise to support companies with sustainability measures to improve their environmental impact.
This magazine focuses on how professionals utilize communication, resource, procurement, and scope management to ensure that projects are aligned with Corporate Social Responsibility goals and objectives. Using budget management, scope management, and other project management tools effectively help ensure that projects deliver quality results that are fiscally advantageous to organizations served.
In the articles provided below, we will focus on quality management, strategies involved in responsible sourcing and procurement, and cost management within business. This magazine will also include how organizational culture impacts Corporate Social Responsibility, how to improve organizational reputation via effective cost and stakeholder management, and how to manage and avoid unnecessary cost ove
un while improving sustainability efforts.
Proposed and Potential Articles
No.
Title
Autho
Contributo
1
So, What Is Corporate Social Responsibility?
Abstract: Defining CSR in the context of scope, schedule, and cost management.
2
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3
Effectiveness of Recycling Programs at Work
Abstract: Evaluation and analysis of recycling program(s) and their participation numbers in the workplace.
4
TBD
Abstract:
5
Wait, Don’t Print That Email
Abstract: Examining the cost impact to organizations when comparing hard-copy printing versus accessing digital documents. Analysis of the pros and cons of a digital environment in the workplace.
6
TBD
7
Abstract: Stakeholder and cost management in the landscape of sustainability efforts.
8
TBD
Abstract: TBD
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9
TBD
10
TITLE TBD*
PMI Board Membe
*Denotes potential contribution
Project Team Members
Role
Team Member Name
Project Manage
Deputy Project Manage
Writer(s)
Editor in Chief
Content Manage
Liaison
Advertisement Liaison
Photographer(s)
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Concept Brief DRAFT
Morgan State University PM Magazine Spring 2020
Week 15
Magazine Theme Diversity & Inclusion in Project Management
Description: When one thinks of Diversity & Inclusion, what comes to mind? Is it just focusing
on balancing out the gender gaps in an organization? Is it merely attracting different races within
a company? Having a diverse workforce has led companies to grow financially, as well as
culturally. A Fo
es article, based on a study by McKinsey Diversity Matters Report, asserts that
a diverse management team has a 19% higher innovation revenue (Powers, XXXXXXXXXXThe next
question is, how exactly does this pertain to project management?
In this magazine, we intend to explore how Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) is changing the world
of Project Management. We will explore how D&I is allowing for growth in PM and affecting
projects with different results. We intend to have our contributors to offer a vast a
ay of
concepts including leadership, diverse teams, cultural differences, and gender inequality. As
students at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), in the future we will represent
those diverse professionals that will be making our way into the field of Project Management.
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Proposed and Potential Articles
No. Title Author Contributor
1 Bridging Generational Differences in Diverse
Project Teams
Abstract: This article will focus on the
disconnect between both the older and younger
generations of coworkers in the present society
and workforce. Educating the older generation
comes with ushering in a new era and
“teaching an old dog new tricks” to
accomplish the same work-related
deliverables. On the other hand, educating the
next generation comes with humility through
learning and the ability to accept the advice
and help from a more seasoned and
experienced source.
Keith Foxx Brandon
Ashworth
2 All Men Are Created Equal: But Where Does
That Leave the Women?
Abstract: For centuries in the U.S., the
American public has struggled with equal pay,
equal rights, and equal opportunities
su
ounding gender. The Armed Forces have
not been excluded from the battle for amended
legislation. The awareness and resolve needed
continues to propel the conversation about
gender inequality as it evolves in the decade
2020. This article will explore distinctive ways
the Army’s combat
anches and combat
fitness test projects are leading change in
policy with women who serve.
Willie Rodney Breana Wooten
3 Diversity of Thought: The Future of Project
Management
Abstract: In diverse workplaces, diversity
intelligence is critical to success. Diversity
Intelligence (DI), combined with strategic
leadership and effective communication
practices result in high-performing teams and
improve overall project success.
Marcus Parker Brina Bolden
4 Diversity in Actions: Project Management and
Risk-Based Decisions During a Global
Pandemic
Abstract: The United States and other
countries around the world are fighting a
Dr. Monica Kay, PMP Brina Bolden
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Proposed and Potential Articles
No. Title Author Contributor
global pandemic known as Coronavirus or
COVID-19. This article will discuss how Risk
and Issue Management, and Stakeholder and
Communication Management is used to help
fight this virus
5 The Secrets for Effective Multi-Generational
Team Leadership
Abstract: This article will focus on the different
leadership styles that are required to lead a
diverse team that have different age gaps. Most
project teams range in different age groups
and everybody is used to doing things certain
ways. But learning how to motivate each
member and as a team can help with the
success or failure of a project team
Hernan Guadalupe Tarnisha Bailey
6 Uniting Diverse Stakeholders in Transit Hub
Design
Abstract: The reader will travel through the
project manager's experience in the design of
ecladding a major transit facility in an u
an
mixed-use community. His recital will channel
you through design coordination &
construction processes involved to complete
the project, and how stakeholder participation
influenced end-product delivery within fiscal
parameters and time constraints. In conclusion
the article highlights decisions made by a
government entity to minimize the impact to
public transit patrons.
Melvin Pierce Ebony Quinones
7 Language Matters: Tips for Artful Project
Management in the Global Marketplace
Abstract: It is said that 90% of the project
manager’s time is spent on communication and
communication is only effective when the
translated message is understood or decoded
just the way the sender wants it to be heard.
Accents sometimes are ba
iers to translating
such messages, the onus lies on the project
manager to understand these ba
iers to
effectively communicate the project’s objective
to the team. This article will explore explore
Dr. Pandey Anita Miriam Hagan
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nuggets to enhance communication in the
project team, thus increasing project success
ate on time.
8 Standard Operating Procedures and
Companies: Accommodating People and their
Practice
Abstract: The focus of this article is on the
diversity that exists in the global marketplace.
With the increasing organizational presence in
multiple countries, should companies have
fixed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
across all countries, or should they tailor their
SOPs to the work ethics practiced in those
countries? This article delves into possible
solutions to effectively execute projects in a
culturally diverse environment.
Dr. Saifuddin Samina
Miriam Hagan
9 Building Diversity Through Group Motivation
Abstract: Having workplace diversity is the
ight business decision, especially for
organizations that want to grow and increase
their profit and productivity. According to the
(2015 McKinsey) report, many organizations
that promote ethnic and racial diversity are
more likely to enjoy financial returns. Diverse
teams have many benefits; for instance, they
process facts and digest information faster and
carefully make the best decisions. Also, diverse
teams are more innovative and smarter. To get
more of a diverse team, organizations,
especially team managers, must learn how to
motivate them.
Temidayo Ogundiran Mohammed
Umoru
10 Group Dynamics of a Diverse Project Team: A
Conversation among MSU Students
Abstract: This is a Q&A with a form project
management student about the challenges he
faces as a project manager at Morgan.
Daniel N. Janak Chinedu
Nwokeafor
Kehinde Ajayi
Miriam Hagan
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No. Title Author Contributor
11 Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: The Perks
of Leading and Advancing a Multifarious
Team
Abstract: Diversity should be promoted among
project team members because it drives
creativity and innovation. Establishing or
creating a diverse team should be one of but
not the primary goal for any organization, the
ability to successfully lead this team of diverse
people throughout the cause of any project
from initiation to closing should be paramount
for any organization. Leading a diverse project
team encompasses much more than hiring
people based on different skin color to work
together on a project within an organization. It
also entails learning to recognize, accept, and
appreciate differences in race, culture,
eligion, social class, sexuality, ability, and
gender by accepting everyone for who they are
egardless of their multiple social identities.
Taiwo Adenuga Kehinde Ajayi
** The order and title of the articles are subject to change.
Project Team Members
Role Team Member Name
Project Manager Tarnisha Bailey
Scheduler Ebony Quinones
Editor & Assistant Editor Brina Bolden & Breana Wooten
Knowledge Manager Miriam Hagan
Advertising Manager Kehinde Ajayi
Status Manager Mohammed Umoru
Photographer Chinedu Nwokeafor
Project Plan Manager Brandon Ashworth
Communication Manager Ebony Quinones
Sources:
Powers, A. (2018, June 27). A Study Finds That Diverse Companies Produce 19% More
Revenue. Retrieved from https:
www.fo
es.com/sites/annapowers/2018/06/27/a-study-finds-
that-diverse-companies-produce-19-more-revenue/#5e82b1fd506f