Module Catalogue 2024/25

Pre Requisite Comment

Familiarity, preferably at Bachelor Degree level (or equivalent accredited prior learning or accredited learning) with critical evaluation of complex issues involving finance, planning, policy, management, etc coupled with an awareness of economic, environmental, political and societal contexts. Evidence (possibly pre-Bachelor degree level) of some basic mathematical facility and awareness of scientific thought. For non-native speakers, evidence of English language competence (to a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, with higher levels of attainment recommended).

Co Requisite Comment

Non-native speakers of English whose current level of attainment is less than UELA 70 or IELTS 7.0 (or recognised equivalent) in all four aspects of communication (Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing) should be attending the non-credit-bearing in-sessional English language support classes provided by the University.

Aims

The aims of this course are:
To provide students with an awareness and basic understanding of the way a project is planned and managed.
•       To provide an introduction to the theory and practice of project management
•       To provide an understanding of the project planning process
•       To enable participants to use project planning tools and techniques
•       To appreciate risk analysis and management;
•       To be able to design and implement effective monitoring and evaluation for successful projects, and sustainability project indicators.

Outline Of Syllabus

Teaching and learning is through intensive modular attendance in lectures, seminars and interactive group work. Both supervised and independent study and research is required of students in researching and submitting assignments. Summative assessment is by group work presentation and coursework.
Topics include:

Introduction to project management and planning (theory)

Project management in practice

Real World project management

Practical planning exercise

Intended Knowledge Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
The work breakdown for a major project
The planning and scheduling requirements of a project
The need for project risk assessment and how risk might be reduced The need for progress monitoring
The integration of the module content as a “project strategy” for a programme relevant project Basic project management terminology, methodology and the role of project manager
The fundamentals of Gantt charts, Critical Path Analysis

Intended Skill Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students will develop the following subject specific and intellectual skills:
Creation of a simple project schedule
Group analysis of a programme relevant project using relevant project management tools Identification of project stakeholders and their management

Teaching Rationale And Relationship

The use of lectures in support of the principal learning by private study teaching method is an effective means to assist students in the acquisition of a knowledge base that will facilitate understanding of a sizeable and detailed body of materials (IKO1-7).
The ability to study privately is also tested as credit is given for reference material employed.
Group work will provide a platform for team work, active participation to exercise team-membership or leadership
skills, planning, organisational, interpersonal, problem solving skills (IKO5 and ISO1-3).
Independent study includes: Directed study prior to lectures, directed study relevant to group work, which affords an opportunity to bring together relevant knowledge, subject specific and key skills.

Assessment Rationale And Relationship

Group presentation allows students to demonstrate their knowledge of the descriptive material and the basic techniques taught, and also tests analytical ability using a case study.
Formative questions will be asked and answered on the Discussion Boards.

General Notes

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