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Courses Handbook 2015

This handbook contains information on courses and components (majors, minors, streams and units) at Curtin in 2015.
Information for the previous year's courses and units is available at Courses Handbook 2014.

MC-PROJM v.1 Master of Science (Project Management)

MSc(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 027245A
Registered full-time Duration: 1.5 Years

Other CRCIOS code

NSW 071483K



Course Overview

Master Degrees (Coursework) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.


Project Management is a distinct professional discipline, having its own body of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques. It involves managing a project from inception to completion and the successful attainment of the project objectives. This course provides the opportunity to gain the understanding, knowledge and skills necessary for performing the role of project manager. It adopts a generic approach to project management and is applicable to any project in industries such as construction, engineering, education, health, commerce, information technology and research and development.


Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.



Course Entry and Completion Details

Applicants for a Master Degree (Coursework) are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au. Subject to the duration of the course applicants usually require a Bachelor Degree or equivalent (and may require relevant work experience), Bachelor Honours Degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.


Specifically, applicants require a bachelor degree; or Graduate Certificate in Project Management or Graduate Diploma in Project Management or Bachelor Degree.


Credit for Recognised Learning

Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au.


Intermediate Awards

A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course:


GC-PROJM Graduate Certificate in Project Management; GD-PROJM Graduate Diploma in Project Management


Pathway to Further Study

Graduates may qualify for entry to Doctoral degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.



Course Organisation

Master Degrees (Coursework) contain a series of units in a specialised area of study which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may also contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from.


Course Learning Outcomes

A graduate of this course can:

1. describe and apply the principles, concepts, tools, techniques and processes of project management

2. think critically to analyse, challenge and adapt concepts and practices of project management

3. critically assess, evaluate and synthesise information in order to undertake project

4. communicate effectively in writing, graphically and orally with various audiences (academic, professional and community)

5. use appropriate technologies to apply the processes of project management

6. use learned skills to continue self development and influence others in continued learning in the project management community

7. have an awareness of international perspectives of project management

8. appreciate the cultural diversity of the wider community as it impacts on project management

9. work ethically as individuals and in teams demonstrating skills in leadership, negotiation and conflict resolution, recognising and valuing the contribution of other disciplines and interests


Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is one and a half years full-time or equivalent part-time study.


Location and delivery Mode


Year Location Period All* Internal Partially Online Internal^ External Fully Online#
2015 Bentley Campus Semester 1   Y     Y
2015 Bentley Campus Semester 2   Y     Y
2015 Sydney Campus Trimester 1A Y        
2015 Sydney Campus Trimester 2A Y        
2015 Sydney Campus Trimester 3A Y        
2015 Miri Sarawak Campus Trimester 1 Y        
2015 Miri Sarawak Campus Trimester 2 Y        
2015 Miri Sarawak Campus Trimester 3 Y        
2015 Singapore Campus Trimester 1A Y        
2015 Singapore Campus Trimester 2A Y        
2015 Singapore Campus Trimester 3A Y        

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.




Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
PRJM6010 v.1   Project and People 3.0 25.0
PRJM6000 v.1   Project Management Overview 3.0 25.0
PRJM6008 v.1   Project Quality Management 3.0 25.0
PRJM6004 v.1   Project Procurement Management 3.0 25.0
  100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
PRJM6003 v.1   Project Risk Management 3.0 25.0
PRJM6001 v.1   Project Cost Management 3.0 25.0
PRJM6002 v.1   Project Time Management 3.0 25.0
PRJM6005 v.1   Program and Portfolio Management 3.0 25.0
  100.0
Year 2 Semester 1
PRJM6006 v.1   Project Management Research 1 3.0 25.0
PRJM6009 v.1   Project Management Capstone 3.0 50.0
PRJM6012 v.1   Project Management Research 2 3.0 25.0
  100.0



Further Information

If you need more course information, you may contact the relevant areas: For Current Students: Student Services Office, please click here for further details: For Domestic Future Students: Future Students Centre, email: futurestudents@curtin.edu.au Tel: +61-8-9266 1000 For International Future Students: Curtin International, email: international@curtin.edu.au Tel: +61-8-9266 7331


Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.




Handbook

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