This assessment item relates to the unit learning outcomes as in the unit descriptor. This assessment is designed to improve student learning skills and to give students experience in researching the literature on a topic relevant to the Unit of Study subject matter, critically analysing current academic papers then presenting idea or questions and expected outcomes with clarity and definition in a referenced

written report.

This assessment item is designed to improve student learning skills and provide experience in critically analysing governance frameworks, assessing risk management strategies, and evaluating their impact on information systems. The student will present their findings in a well-researched and referenced report.

Assignment Overview:

This assignment challenges you to critically evaluate an IS Governance framework and propose a risk management strategy for a given case study. Your goal is to demonstrate how effective governance and risk management can support the organization's overall strategy and operational objectives.

Objectives:

1. To enhance your ability to analyse governance frameworks within an organizational context.
2. To develop practical risk management strategies using industry-standard methodologies.
3. To critically evaluate the impact of governance and risk management on information systems operations.

Assignment Details:

Case Study Analysis: You can choose a case study that describes a business scenario involving governance and risk issues from last 5 years Journals or conferences paper. Carefully read and analyse the case to understand the underlying governance challenges and risks.

Governance Framework Assessment:

1. Framework Selection: Select an appropriate IS Governance framework (e.g., COBIT, ITIL, ISO/IEC 38500).
2. Analysis: Critically assess the selected framework's ability to address the governance challenges identified in the case study.
3. Implementation Plan: Propose a plan for implementing the framework within the organization, including key roles, responsibilities, and processes.

Risk Management Strategy:

1. Risk Identification: Identify the key risks associated with the IS operations described in the case study.
2. Risk Assessment: Evaluate the likelihood and impact of these risks using a recognized risk assessment methodology.
3. Mitigation Plan: Develop a risk mitigation plan that includes preventive, detective, and corrective controls.

Expected Outcomes: Discuss the expected outcomes of implementing your governance and risk management strategies, including potential benefits, challenges, and impacts on organizational performance.

Key Elements of the Assessment:

1. Introduction: Provide an introduction or background to the governance and risk issues, including an identification of gaps in the current approach.
2. Governance Framework: Analyze the selected governance framework, including its strengths, weaknesses, and applicability to the case study.
3. Risk Management: Present a comprehensive risk management strategy, detailing the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks.
4. Implementation: Discuss the practical steps for implementing your governance and risk management strategies within the organization.
5. Conclusion: Summarize your findings and suggest areas for further improvement or research.

Marking Scheme:

1. Introduction (20%): Clarity of the research question, background, and problem identification.
2. Governance Framework Analysis (25%): Depth of analysis, application to the case study, and implementation feasibility.
3. Risk Management Strategy (25%): Comprehensive identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks.
4. Organization and Neatness (10%): Structure, flow, and coherence of the narrative.
5. References and Literature Review (20%): Quality of sources, citation accuracy, and integration of literature.

Guidelines for Writing

1. Introduction
   • Clearly define the problem, research question, and the significance of your study.
2. Literature Review: Review relevant literature on IS Governance and Risk, identifying gaps and justifying your approach.
3. Methodology: Describe your approach to analysing the governance framework and risk management strategy.
4. Analysis and Findings: Present your analysis in a structured and logical manner.

5. List of references

   • This must be provided in the usual scholarly fashion. It helps to convince your reader that your proposal is worth pursuing if you can identify literature in the field and demonstrate that you understand it. It makes a very strong impact if you can identify where there is a research gap in the literature that your proposal hopes to fill. This is your contribution to the scholarly conversation. You should use academic references (peer reviewed articles), rather thanweb articles.

    

The final version of your paper is the polished version. You should not use a lot of small sections and bullet points in the final version. Your research proposal should present the state of current knowledge in a specific area and as such, should have a narrative that flows from one paragraph to another. You cannot achieve this with bullet points and small disjoint sections. All references included with your paper must be cited within the paper and be appropriate to the context of the citation.

• You are required to address Elements 1-10in your finalproposal.
• You are required to provide at least 10 references.
• Word limit: 2500

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• Most assessments must be in MS Word form at with no spacing, 11-pt Calibri font and at least 2cm margins on all four sides with appropriate section headings and page numbers.
• You must name your file with the Unit Code and Student ID (e.g. “HI5003- GWA1995”).
• Check that you submit the correct document as special consideration is not granted if you make a mistake.
• Student ID needs to be indicated on the cover page.

• All work must be submitted on Blackboard by the due date and timealong with a completed Assessment Cover Page. Late penalties apply.

• Reference sources must be cited in the text of the report and listed appropriately at the end in a reference list using HolmesInstitute Adapted Harvard Referencing. Penalties are associated with incorrect citation and

  referencing.