The document outlines an assignment for a course on the role of project managers, requiring a two to three-page paper that covers project management as a discipline, high-demand industries for project managers, and the differences in project management roles across industries. It also emphasizes comparing project success rates in IT with other sectors and necessitates using quality resources while adhering to strict formatting guidelines. The assignment aims to enhance understanding of project management's impact on IT project success and improve research and writing skills.