Masters Research Project Part A
PostgraduateUSA-MPM95012024
Course information for 2024 intake
Begin an in-depth research project that will stretch across two subjects and 9,000 words.Show specialised project management knowledge. Develop a proposal and dive into the literature. Continue your exploration in Masters Research Project Part B.
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 14 weeks
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Masters Research Project Part A
About this subject
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- demonstrate the application of theoretical knowledge and skills to plan an academic research-based project or piece of scholarship
- implement a detailed proposal and work plan for an advanced and integrated research project
- investigate and critically evaluate relevant information through an international literature search and resulting in a substantial literature review
- Research proposal
- Literature search
- Literature review
- Human research ethics
This subject will provide you with the opportunity to apply expert, specialised cognitive and technical skills in a body of knowledge of project management to independently plan and execute a significant research-based project or piece of scholarship.
This subject is the first of two subjects (MPM 9501 and MPM 9502) that culminate in a 9,000 word research project that demonstrates a high level of synthesis of concepts and prepares the student for lifelong learning in pursuit of personal development and excellence in professional practice.
You will generate a plan to investigate and report on special issues pertaining to a relevant research topic from within the area of Project Management, and within the context of a specialism of interest, if applicable. You will undertake a comprehensive literature search and literature review in accordance with a research proposal prepared in the pre-requisite MPM 8501 subject. Projects which involve empirical research will need to apply for human research ethics approval as a pre-requisite for subsequently conducting the research in Masters Research Project Part B.
- Research proposal (4000-4500 words) (100%)
For textbook details check your university's handbook, website or learning management system (LMS).
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Entry requirements
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.
Prior study
You must have successfully completed the following subject(s) before starting this subject:
USA-CPM8501-Research Theory and Practice (no longer available)
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
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