Strategic Programme Management - A Multiple Case Study Analysis of Maturity

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Strategic Programme Management is examined through a multiple case study approach focused on maturity and how programme management capabilities develop in real organisational contexts. The thesis sets out a clear research rationale, objectives, and research questions, then grounds the study in a literature review covering the origin and definition of programmes, the link to project management, and what programmes deliver. Evidence from programme-related cases and stakeholder insights informs conclusions about maturity drivers and practical implications for managing programmes at scale.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryGeneral

FormatPDF

Pages338

Reading Time1 h 58 min

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Introduction

Structure of the Document

Origins of This Research

Rationale for the Research

Research Objective

Research Questions

Overall Objective

Key Contributions

Summary

Literature Review

The Origin and Definition of Programmes

What is being delivered?

Strategic Programme Management: A Multiple Case Study Analysis of Maturity By: Noel Hassett B.Tech, M. B.A. Award: Master of Philosophy Research Supervisors: Dr Paul Davis, Dublin City University Business School Dr Steve Martin, University of Coventry July 2020 Declaration I hereby certify that this material, which I now submit for assessment on the programme of study leading to the award of Master of Philosophy is entirely my own work, and that I have exercised reasonable care to ensure that the work is original, and does not to the best of my knowledge breach any law of copyright, and has not been taken from the work of others save and to the extent that such work has been cited and acknowledged within the text of my work. Signed: ID No.: 12212316 Date: Acknowledgements I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge and thank a number of people, without the support of whom, this research would not have been possible. Firstly, I would like to thank Paul Davis, my supervisor over the entire process of this research, without his challenges, guidance and practical support, this would not have been achievable. To Steve Martin, my second supervisor throughout this process, thanks to you for your support and guidance through this journey. To the Dublin City University Business School and library, whose facilities and support made the MPhil journey for me both fulfilling and achievable. Of upmost importance in research of this type is the time and participation of the interview candidates who partook in the study. The generosity of their time, views, experiences and support was pivotal to this research, which I hope this thesis does their contributions justice. Finally and most importantly, my family. To Claire, Rory and Penny, thanks to all of you for your loving support over the past number of years in my efforts to complete this research. I would like to particularly thank my wife Claire, herself someone who knows the efforts and sacrifices needed to complete such work, I will be forever grateful for your love and support. Also, to my parents Mary and Walter, plus brother Tony and sisters Miriam and Annette, who have not only supported my various educational endeavours, but also instilled in me an honest and healthy work ethic, for these I am truly grateful. Contents Declaration...................................................................................................................................... i Acknowledgements........................................................................................................................ ii Contents ........................................................................................................................................ iii List of Tables ............................................................................................................................... xiii List of Figures ............................................................................................................................... xv Abstract ....................................................................................................................................... xvi 1 Introduction ...........................................................................................................................1 1.1 Introduction ...................................................................................................................1 1.2 Structure of the Document ............................................................................................1 1.3 Origins of This Research .................................................................................................3 1.4 Rationale for the Research.............................................................................................4 1.5 Research Objective .............................................................................

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What award and research context does the thesis document specify?

The thesis is submitted for the award of Master of Philosophy, with named research supervisors and a declaration of originality and proper citation.

What is the main research focus and method?

The research focuses on strategic programme management maturity using a multiple case study analysis approach.

Which themes from the literature review guide the study?

The literature review covers the origin and definition of programmes, their relationship with project management, and what programmes deliver.

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