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INFM 737: MIM Capstone ExperienceInformation SessionDR. WEAVERUNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND ISCHOOL
TETYANA BEZBABNAUNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND ISCHOOL
Purpose of Capstone ClassCombine previous experiences with new
skills learned in the MIM programPractical IM experienceWork in professional environment
Purpose of Information SessionProvide details about INFM 737 curriculumExplain how capstone projects are
gathered and assignedProvide guidance and processes for
student submissions
Central Component of MIM MIM Core Courses (12 credits)
INFM 600: Information Environments
INFM 603: Information Technology and Organizational Context
INFM 605: Users and Use Context
INFM 612: Management of Information Programs and Services
INFM 736: MIM Internship Experience (3 credits) Advanced Technology Requirement (3 credits) MIM Specializations (15 credits) INFM 737: MIM Capstone Experience (3 credits)
Course Design5 In-class sessions
Initial 3 weeks | Mid-April | May (Before Expo)Attendance is mandatoryAssignments due night before class
Poster online and printed for sessions in class
1st assignment due night before 1st class in January
Weekly check-in with Project ManagersF2F | Online
Course DesignMid-semester Check-in with Dr. Weaver
Discuss project progress and issues
iSchool Learning ExpoPresent project posterClients | Potential Clients | Employers | Potential
EmployersAttendance is mandatory
Course DesignPass / Fail
Need 80% to pass
Point distribution designed to have participation in all activitiesClass attendanceClient evaluationExpo attendance and participationAssignments
Course CurriculumCareer GoalsProject assignmentsRequirements gatheringProject planning InterviewingEvaluation of Projects
Successes and Challenges
Projects Individual projects
1 student per projectMay be multiple students at 1 company
Student = ConsultantCompany = Client
2 levels of managers1. Dr. Weaver
2. Student Project Managers
ProjectsProjects vary based on company and organization
Variety of projects offered to meet the variety of students’ goals
Examples at http://projects.mim.umd.edu
Project CollectionConnect with previous clients, intern employers,
companies interested in MIM and iSchool studentsBecause EVERYONE has IM issues!
Current database of clients is over 50 clientsSuccess of future students depends on you!
ProjectsCollection Process
1. Interested clients review projects.mim.umd.edu
2. Submit interested project in database
3. Dr. Weaver reviews to verify Masters level project
4. Dr. Weaver works with client to include all necessary information
5. Project submitted into current semester database
ProjectsAcceptable Deliverables
Documented Artifacts Prototypes Production System Production Dataset
Proposal or Business PlanPresentation White paperResearch paper
Projects Student submissions
If you have a project already or want to find your own, it will be considered a Student Submission
Graduate AssistantsFull-time employees
Project RequirementsHave external client willing to meet with you 1 hour every week120 hours of work through semesterMust have measurable deliverableMust be new project or area you are not currently associated with
Cannot be part of your Graduate or Research Assistantship
Can be in the same department, but very different from your current GA/RA work
Projects Student submissions
Process1. Work with potential client to develop project details
2. Email Dr. Weaver project details and client name and contact information for approval Must receive approval from Dr. Weaver before next step
3. Client email Dr. Weaver from company email address, include Approval from client stating willing to work with student on project for 100
hours during the semester
Agree to meet with student 1 hour week
4. Submit into the database starting with Student Submission: Will receive link from Dr. Weaver after approval process
Deadline – December 15, 2015
ProjectsProject Assignments
1. Students view projects in database First week of semester
2. Students rank project desire 1-10How your background qualifies you for this projectWhy you think you should be chosen for this projectHow being on this project will contribute to your career plan
3. Dr. Weaver evaluates student preferences, client preferences, additional information about projects
4. Dr. Weaver send email to student and client with assignment
Student Project ManagerResponsibilities
Manage student capstone projectsExtremely professional (must be demonstrated with all
interactions)Ensure the clients satisfaction / Enhance student
learningBuild and maintain strong professional relationships with
clientsProvide excellent quality assurance
Nothing goes out the door without thorough review
Student Project ManagerResponsibilities
Meet with students weeklyF2F | Online
Meet with Dr. Weaver weeklyProvide updates about student projects
Attend additional class sessions (during class time)Schedule provided once project assignments completed
Student Project ManagerRequirements
Successfully completed INST 706 Extremely well organized and detail orientedKnowledge of project management tools and
techniquesFamiliarity with project management software
(Basecamp, MS Project or similar)Technically-fluentStrong communication skills
Additional InformationReturn to Maryland before semester beginsBe professional at all times
Especially when working with clients or potential clientsDo NOT write “Dear Sir/Madam” / use their name: “Dear Mr.
Duffy”
Electronics prohibited in classBring pen and notebook to take notes during class
Interviews are not an excused absenceCompanies respect students that are honest about class
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