Procurement Methods (ABPL90327)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
The subject exposes students to construction procurement in a broad sense, by articulating and examining the legal and functional links between multiple contracting parties in project delivery. Different procurement methods with their associated contract types are introduced, and the theories and principles governing their selection discussed. To this end, decision support system tools that can facilitate the selection process are introduced and practiced with case studies. Ethics in procurement, public procurement concerns and strategies, as well as international differences in the use of procurement methods, are also covered.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of the subject, students should be able:
- To build an appreciation of the key issues in construction procurement;
- To provide a clear understanding of the structure, process and characteristics of different construction procurement methods;
- To provide the theories, principle and tools required in selecting the right procurement method (client’s perspective);
- To provide the theories, principles and tools in making go/no-go decision and addressing various requests regarding different construction procurement methods (contractor’s perspective).
Generic skills
At the completion of the subject students should have developed the following skills and capabilities:
- Ability to appreciate the importance and key issues of construction procurement;
- Ability to understand the complexity of construction procurement;
- Ability to appreciate the trends in the application of various construction procurement methods; and
- Ability to understand the varying perspectives of contracting parties in project delivery.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into or selection of one of the following:
- 200 point Master of Construction Management major in the MC-CM Master of Construction Management
- 300pt Program course entry point in the MC-ARCHCM Master of Architecture/Master of Construction Management
- 300pt Program course entry point in the MC-CMPROP Master of Construction Management/Master of Property
OR
All of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABPL90313 | Management of Construction | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ABPL90335 | Contract Management | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ABPL90290 | Fundamentals of Built Environment Law | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Class participation, demonstrating active involvement in a range of class activities and peer discussions | 10% | |
Assignment 1: Individual report focusing on the decision process for selecting the best procurement method for a project. Including articulation of common and innovative procurement strategies, applying critical analysis of the key factors (Product, Programme, Price) | Week 5 | 20% |
Assignment 2: Group assignment, a professional report focusing on the strategic approach (motivation for tendering and/or bidding) for one selected stakeholder in different procurement deliver methods. The report is equivalent to 1500 per group member and the class presentation is equivalent to 500 words per group member (report 30% + presentation 10%). Report Due week 11 and class presentation due week 12
| From Week 11 to Week 12 | 40% |
Examination equivalent to 2000 words demonstrating a critical analysis of the theories, principles and tools applied across a variety of construction procurement methods
| During the examination period | 30% |
| Hurdle requirement: A minimum of 75% of attendance (in class and tutorials) | N/A |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Paulo Vaz Serra Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 3 hours per week Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 24 July 2023 to 22 October 2023 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2023 Census date 31 August 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2023 Assessment period ends 17 November 2023 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
170 Hours
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
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This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation Building Informal specialisation Cost Management Informal specialisation Project Management - Links to additional information
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Last updated: 31 January 2024