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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Project management skills cross subject and functional boundaries to facilitate the solution of complex problems in industries such as information systems, finance, engineering, planning, tourism, manufacturing, sport and event management. This unit examines the fundamental principles, strategies and approaches used by project managers. It introduces the stages of project management from initial project selection through to final closure. Topic areas include planning, estimating, quality management, risk management, managing stakeholders, developing the project team and sustainability in project process and product. NOTE: This unit introduces students to project management and is not included in the Major in Project Management and does not provide credit towards that major.
Unit was previously coded MAN4612, MAN5612, MIS3610
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour lab | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 1 | 13 x 3 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour lab | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 3 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
On-campus students attend a three hour weekly seminar. Off-campus students require regular online access to learning materials via Blackboard. Learning activities include self-paced online video tutorials, case studies and hands-on activities designed to provide opportunities to discover, discuss and apply theory in a meaningful context. In undertaking these activities, students will develop their communication and analytical abilities, experiment with new knowledge and embed workplace-applicable learning. Assessment methods are designed to encourage and facilitate learning. They provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate content knowledge and critical thinking while encouraging the generation of ideas. They also facilitate the gradual development of skills and knowledge by providing opportunities for regular practice and timely feedback to students.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Project Report | 30% |
| Assignment | Project Plan | 35% |
| Examination | Examination | 35% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Project Report | 30% |
| Assignment | Project Plan | 35% |
| Examination | Examination | 35% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Project management skills cross subject and functional boundaries to facilitate the solution of complex problems in industries such as information systems, finance, engineering, planning, tourism, manufacturing, sport and event management. This unit examines the fundamental principles, strategies and approaches used by project managers. It introduces the stages of project management from initial project selection through to final closure. Topic areas include planning, estimating, quality management, risk management, managing stakeholders, developing the project team and sustainability in project process and product. NOTE: This unit introduces students to project management and is not included in the Major in Project Management and does not provide credit towards that major.
Unit was previously coded MAN4612, MAN5612, MIS3610
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour lab | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 1 | 13 x 3 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour lab | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 3 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
On-campus students attend a three hour weekly seminar. Off-campus students require regular online access to learning materials via Blackboard. Learning activities include self-paced online video tutorials, case studies and hands-on activities designed to provide opportunities to discover, discuss and apply theory in a meaningful context. In undertaking these activities, students will develop their communication and analytical abilities, experiment with new knowledge and embed workplace-applicable learning. Assessment methods are designed to encourage and facilitate learning. They provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate content knowledge and critical thinking while encouraging the generation of ideas. They also facilitate the gradual development of skills and knowledge by providing opportunities for regular practice and timely feedback to students.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Project Report | 30% |
| Assignment | Project Plan | 35% |
| Examination | Examination | 35% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Project Report | 30% |
| Assignment | Project Plan | 35% |
| Examination | Examination | 35% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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