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Project Management (MGMT90031)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
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Contact information
Semester 1
Dr Bella Gu bella.gu@unimelb.edu.au
Semester 2
Dr Bella Gu bella.gu@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
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The use of project management techniques has risen sharply. Examples of projects include research and development studies, reorganisation efforts, implementation of change programs, installation of a new piece of equipment, advertising campaigns, construction, organising special events and other one-off endeavours. The subject will cover the key drivers of project success, training and leadership in project environments. Project selection is the first critical set of decisions. Matching of the projects selected to the organisation’s strategy is taken as the starting point. Practical tools and techniques will then be introduced to manage the project or special event for success. The subject will also involve the use of an appropriate Project Management software package such as MS Project.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Explain the role of projects in organisations and identify the various roles and responsibilities of the project team;
- Explain the distinguishing characteristics of projects and consequent managerial challenges;
- Describe the uses and limitations of project selection models;
- Develop a formal project plan and explain its purpose, content and readership;
- Use various techniques for scheduling a project and balancing the resource requirements;
- Describe, apply and critique techniques for measuring project progress; and
- Effectively audit a project and discuss the actions taken by a project manager as the project draws to a close.
Generic skills
On successful completion of this subject, students should have improved the following generic skills:
- Problem solving and critical thinking by applying the knowledge gained to case studies and other practical assignments;
- Collaborative learning and team skills fostered through the group assignments; and
- Research and presentation skills relating to project management.
Last updated: 9 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
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: 9 April 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Group Assignment 1 (groups of 3)
| From Week 5 to Week 6 | 5% |
Group presentation (groups of 3)
| From Week 10 to Week 11 | 10% |
Group Assignment 2 (3000 word report plus appendices) (groups of 3)
| From Week 11 to Week 12 | 35% |
End of semester examination
| During the examination period | 50% |
Last updated: 9 April 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Bella Gu Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36hrs (one 3-hour seminar per week) Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
Dr Bella Gu bella.gu@unimelb.edu.au
- Semester 2
Coordinator Bella Gu Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36hrs (one 3-hour seminar per week) Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
Dr Bella Gu bella.gu@unimelb.edu.au
Time commitment details
Estimated total time commitment of 170 hours per semester
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Last updated: 9 April 2024
Further information
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This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Management Major Tailored Specialisation Major Governance, Policy and Markets Major Governance, Policy and Communication Major Tailored Specialisation Major Tailored Specialisation Major Waste Management - 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.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- 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: 9 April 2024