Word limit: Between 2500 and 3000 words excluding references and appendices

This is an individual assignment. The purpose ofthis assignment

is to develop your capability to understand IT Governance and Change Management theories, frameworks and concepts. You will write a research
essay of 2500-3000 words based on review of relevant literature and case study ofthe following this topic
Discuss the concept of assessing

IT Governance performance

Your essay should cover but not limited to:

1. Key concept definitions

2. Critical analysis of relevant

literature: this should identify and explain relevant IT Governance theories, arguments and perspectives regarding the topic of your choice.
3. Discussion ofthe main challenges, problems and IT Governance issues in relation to the chosen topic
4. Conclusion: discussion ofthe

overall coverage ofthe topic including current and future challenges of IT governance.

5. References

Process

1. Chose a topic that

can demonstrate your understanding ofthe course

2. Locate relevant sources (databases,journals, books). You are expected to refer to

refereed (peer reviewed) academic papers.

3. Identify relevant literature (at least 8 relevant Journal articles, does not rely solely on

web site publications; or on one or two articles).

4. Analyse and synthesise the literature to produce an analytical essay that addresses

not only “what” questions but also “why”, “how” and “in what sense” questions.

Marking Criteria and Distribution

1. Use of

resources (10%): quality and extent of reading, use of evidences such as cases, examples and anecdotes.
2. Content (35%): relevant answer

to the essay topic, validity of argument, analytical depth; logical flow and development of ideas.

3. Engagement with relevant literature

(40%), synthesis and analysis of literature with appropriate citation; use of relevant theories, concepts
and frameworks to support
analysis; own input, insight and interpretation.

4. Organisation and Presentation (10%: clarity of structure, quality of presentation,

style and readability.