SSUD71-103: Principles of Project Management

Description

Managing complex projects involves an understanding of the processes, techniques and tools used in project management. This subject provides an overview of the discipline by exploring these systematically using the internationally recognised Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) as a foundation. Project integration, scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, resource, communications, procurement, stakeholder and, looking forward, environmental management reflect the generic knowledge areas that combine to support successful project implementation and social responsibility. A hands-on (learning by doing) approach is adopted within a flipped classroom delivery strategy to link theory with practice and deal with project change in real-time. A key outcome for students is being able to evaluate how project managers can determine whether they have been successful (in terms of planned versus actual performance) by ensuring that the project is delivered within budget, on time, as specified, and with no surprises. Students demonstrate competency in project integration management, in particular, by preparing a detailed project plan for an authentic case study with the help of a personal 'coach' to provide individual direction and advice throughout the process.

Subject details

Learning outcomes

1. Explore and integrate generic processes, techniques and tools of PM.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the breadth and depth of the discipline.
3. Prepare a detailed project management plan for an authentic case study.
4. Amend plans to accommodate and manage project change.
5. Discuss and model what is meant by project delivery success.

Enrolment requirements

Subject outlines

• May 2020 [Standard]
• January 2020 [Intensive]
• September 2019 [Intensive]
• May 2019 [Intensive]
• January 2019 [Intensive]
• September 2018 [Intensive - Weeks 2 - 4 & 8]
• May 2018 [Intensive]
• January 2018 [Intensive]
• September 2017 [Intensive - Week 8 + Online]
• May 2017 [Intensive - Week 8 & Online]

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