Masters Research Project Part B
PostgraduateUSA-MPM95022025
Follow up your work in Masters Research Project Part A and complete your in-depth research project. Dig further into your chosen research area using qualitative and quantitative analysis methods. Recommend ways to address project management problems.
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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 B
About this subject
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- Demonstrate the application of theoretical knowledge and skills to execute an academic research-based project or piece of scholarship.
- Collect, analyse, and synthesise information and data through the use of approved research methods.
- Apply expert, specialised cognitive and creative skills to generate conclusions and make recommendations on complex ideas and concepts in the area of project management.
- Demonstrate the application of theoretical knowledge and skills with a high level of personal autonomy and accountability.
- Apply expert, specialised technical and communication skills to design, evaluate, implement, analyse and/or theorise about developments that contribute to professional practice or scholarship in the area of project management.
- Data collection
- Qualitative and Quantitative analysis
- Documentation and reporting
- Project Completion
This subject aims to provide you with the opportunity to apply expert, specialised cognitive and technical skills in a body of knowledge of project management to independently execute a significant research-based project or piece of scholarship.
This subject is the second 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 you for lifelong learning in pursuit of personal development and excellence in professional practice.
You will implement their pre-approved 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.
- Thesis (9000 words or equivalent) (100%)
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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-MPM9501-Masters Research Project Part A (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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