Unit snapshot

  • Unit type
    PG Coursework Unit
  • Credit points
    12
  • Faculty & College
    Faculty of Business, Law and Arts
  • Placement
    No
  • Pre-requisites
    PROJ5001 - Project Management

Unit description

Analysis of foundational concepts of project management and evaluation of current trends in project management practice and research. Students participate in structured learning activities and demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of core project management concepts in practice.

This unit is an integral part of a selection of courses at SCU Online. Each course incorporates this unit into a complete and immersive educational experience. If you're interested in this unit, we highly recommend enrolling in one of the courses listed below.

 

Unit content

Module 1: Project Management Introduction, Charter and Kick-Off

Module 2: Communication Plan, WBS and RACI

Module 3: Time Management and Cost Management

Module 4: Progress Reporting, Scope Change and Crashing

Module 5: Risk Management and Quality Management

Module 6: Procurement, Teams and Project Closure

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A male project management student in a suit stands confidently before a group of attentive individuals, engaging them with his presence

Learning outcomes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

 

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the Project Management Body of Knowledge; terminology, principles and applications
  • Explain the internal and external roles and responsibilities and present within project management teams
  • Critique current trends in project management research and practice
  • Synthesise and reinterpret a past or existing project using PMBOK terminology and frames

Teaching and assessment

Teaching method
Structured online learning

Assessment
Short written response: 15%
Workbook: 40%
Reflective writing: 45%

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A female project management student stands confidently in front of a whiteboard, ready to present her ideas and engage with her audience

Study this unit in the following courses

This unit is a fundamental component of the full courses listed below, each designed to equip you with the in-depth knowledge and skills needed to achieve your career goals. To fully benefit from your learning experience and apply it to real-world challenges, engaging with the entire course is essential. Explore the courses that include this unit and take the next step towards your professional success.

Master of Education

SCU Online

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