Question

LJMU - AVI is a firm based in the Republic of Aprus -- a small island nation in Europe with a developed services economy -- that specializes in the building and management of airports internationally. LJMU - AVI plans to produce a proposal responding to a government issued tender to build a brand new airport at Ariana a country which is highly bureaucratic with a democratic but very fragmented and contentious political system with one major political party that has a focus on ethical governance and another one on Green governance in addition to the traditional parties in the LJMU-7502-BEPG, Project Planning, Executing, Controlling and Closure 4 | P a g e left, right, and center of the political spectrum. Ariana is located in the central part of Asia. As the director of business development for LJMU – AVI, you have been assigned by the managing director of LJMU – AVI the task to author the feasibility study for this potential project. This will be evaluated by the company’s Board of Directors as to its merits toward deciding whether or not to proceed with a full project proposal. This project is viewed as very complex due to the particular characteristics (above mentioned) of the country as, it is the first time that LJMU – AVI considers a tender in a non-developed country and wants to be as safe as possible with its decision to proceed or not. This is why this feasibility study is assigned to you, a senior member of the company’s staff. In your feasibility study ensure that you produce an action plan for all phases of the project (plan, initiate, control, close) with particular focus and consideration toward stakeholder management, ethical management, and sustainability.

Answer 1

The question mandates the completion of a feasibility study with particular attention to project phase planning, stakeholder management, ethical management, and sustainability in the context of building an international airport in a complex political and bureaucratic environment.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question pertains to the creation of a feasibility study for a potential airport construction project in Ariana, a country with complex political dynamics. As the director of business development, coordinating these efforts to evaluate the project's viability thoroughly and addressing the risks posed by the political climate, bureaucratic environment, and the company's lack of experience in non-developed markets are crucial.

Action Plan for Project Phases

• Planning Phase: Conduct comprehensive market research, SWOT analysis, and resource planning. Identify all potential stakeholders and develop a robust governance plan.
• Initiating Phase: Outline clear project objectives, scope, deliverables, timeline, and budget. Engage with key political parties and local stakeholders for support and problem resolution.
• Controlling Phase: Implement monitoring systems to track the project's progress against plans. Regularly review the ethical implications and environmental impact of the project.
• Closing Phase: Ensure all criteria for completion are met, perform an audit, and document lessons learned. Focus on leaving a lasting, positive impact on the local community.

Focus Areas

Stakeholder Management: Establish and maintain transparent communication with all stakeholders. Prepare to navigate the complex political landscape.

Ethical Management: Uphold strict ethical standards in all dealings, recognizing the focus of the major political parties in Ariana.

• Sustainability: Prioritize green governance principles in project execution to align with local political values and ensure long-term benefits.