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Project Management Practices (ENGM90007) // Further information

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  • Subject notes

    LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS

    The subject is based principally on presentations by experienced industry and academic professionals who outline both theory and project management processes as illustrated by project case studies. A major case study is dissected throughout the subject with students working in groups and as individuals to explore the strengths and weaknesses of the project management practices adopted. Workshop dialogue sessions are convened by the lecturer to assist students reflect on the topics presented. In addition to specific assignment work students prepare and present a poster on an aspect of systems based project management.

    INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES

    Background reading on a systems approach to project management is available:
    Blanchard, B.S. and Fabrycky, W.J., 2005, Systems Engineering and Analysis. Upper Saddle River: Prentice Hall International.

    CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS

    Presenters from industry provide insights via the case studies presented. Reference materials are frequently industry based guidelines. Students who are already working in the industry can base their assignment on a project related to their workplace. The main case study dissected throughout the subject is a real and current project.

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  • Available through the Community Access Program

    About the Community Access Program (CAP)

    This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.

    Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants

    Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.

    Additional information for this subject

    Subject coordinator approval required

  • Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students

    This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.

Last updated: 3 November 2022