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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.
This unit examines the fundamental principles, strategies and approaches used in project management across a number of industries, for example planning and development, tourism, manufacturing, sport and events.The unit covers project definition, planning, execution, basic feasibility models, management and control, procurement and implementation. Additional topic areas include quality, risk management, project scope management, international projects and development strategies. The unit will include the use of Project Management software to illustrate the various concepts presented. This unit is not available to students enrolled in a project management course.
Unit was previously coded MAN3612, MAN4612, MIS3610
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
This unit is offered on-campus and off-campus supported by Web-based learning materials. Project management software will be provided to both on-campus and off-campus students. i) On-campus students attend a weekly two hour lecture/seminar and one hour laboratory. ii) Off-campus students access modular lecture notes and supplementary materials via MyECU/Blackboard. Regular online access is required.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Recording of MSP2013 activities | 20% |
| Case Study | Group Project Review | 20% |
| Examination | exam | 60% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Recording of MSP2013 activities | 20% |
| Case Study | Group Project | 20% |
| Examination | Exam | 60% |
^ Mandatory reference
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.
This unit examines the fundamental principles, strategies and approaches used in project management across a number of industries, for example planning and development, tourism, manufacturing, sport and events.The unit covers project definition, planning, execution, basic feasibility models, management and control, procurement and implementation. Additional topic areas include quality, risk management, project scope management, international projects and development strategies. The unit will include the use of Project Management software to illustrate the various concepts presented. This unit is not available to students enrolled in a project management course.
Unit was previously coded MAN3612, MAN4612, MIS3610
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
This unit is offered on-campus and off-campus supported by Web-based learning materials. Project management software will be provided to both on-campus and off-campus students. i) On-campus students attend a weekly two hour lecture/seminar and one hour laboratory. ii) Off-campus students access modular lecture notes and supplementary materials via MyECU/Blackboard. Regular online access is required.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Recording of MSP2013 activities | 20% |
| Case Study | Group Project Review | 20% |
| Examination | exam | 60% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Recording of MSP2013 activities | 20% |
| Case Study | Group Project | 20% |
| Examination | Exam | 60% |
^ Mandatory reference
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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