Postgraduate USA-MPM411-2021
Principles of Project Management
Immerse yourself in the history and the theory behind effective project management. Apply your knowledge of project management processes to different contexts and audiences. Describe the skills and qualities that define a good project manager.
$2,650 $2,875
Your upfront cost: $0
Duration
14 weeks
Study method
100% online
Available loans
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Assessments
Subjects may require attendance
Prior study
Not required
Study terms
- 01 Mar 2021
- 19 Jul 2021
- 15 Nov 2021
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QS RANKING 2021
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Times Higher Education Ranking 2021
23
Subject details
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- demonstrate advanced theoretical and technical knowledge of project management processes across a typical project life-cycle
- critically analyse, evaluate and transform project principles in order to provide solutions to complex problems
- generate and evaluate complex knowledge and ideas in project management contexts and transfer to a variety of audiences
- describe the qualities and functions of a project manager within a project team
- apply advanced individual and team skills that include working with people in local, remote, virtual and/or international project team situations
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- PMBOK® Guide project management processes, ISO 21500 'Guidance on project management' and PRINCE2 methodology
- Project management history
- Project management systems and generic concepts
- Project management processes and techniques
- Process integration
- Project environments
- Human skills and the role of the project manager
In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Elective
- OUA-PSU-GCE-2021
- UNE-PRO-GCE-2021
Special requirements
No special requirements
This subject provides you with advanced theoretical and technical knowledge in a range of principles, skills and techniques required for management of projects throughout a generic project life-cycle.
- Group assignment (1500 words per student) (35%)
- Online activities (30%)
- Examination (35%)
Check the learning management system (LMS) of your university for textbook details.
Check the learning management system (LMS) of your university for textbook details.