National Jazz Hall of Fame Pm Case

1. What is the project Mr. Rutland is trying to manage? Has it stayed the same?

The original project that Mr. Rutland was trying was to utilizing the existing Paramount theatre in Charlottesville as the NJHF. After determination of the cost of refurbishing the theatre, it was determined to continue work on establishing the NJHF.

2. Identify the various stakeholders in the project, including the competition.

The various stakeholders in this project were: NJHF National Advisory Board, City officials, local merchants, the community, tourists, and jazz enthusiasts, Harlem YMCA Jazz Hall of Fame & the International Jazz Hall of Fame and inductees to the NJHF.

3. Of the skills mentioned in the chapter that a project manager needs, which are most important here? Why?

Skills (page 142) mentioned in this chapter that a project manager would need for this project would be team building, to motivate the board as well as potential stakeholders. Other skills included are communication skills for persuasion and positive promotion of the NJHF and a high self-esteem would show through as enthusiasm for the project and draw others to buy in.

4. What credibility does Mr. Rutland have? Is he a leader?

Mr. Rutland has credibility, but is not highly promoted. He would not be a good leader since, the way I read this case, there were not good goals and time frames set for launching the NJHF. The board did seem to have a project scope in mind, but it seemed to creep at every obstacle, not a clear understanding of what they needed to do and when to reach a project end.

5. What cultures are relevant to this project? Describe the project environment.

The cultures relevant to this project are musicians and people who appreciate music, specifically jazz enthusiasts. Other cultures may include history “buffs”, who are interested in the jazz artifacts that a museum could offer.

The environment of this project that...