STRP-PROF2 v.1 Professional Stream (Master Proj Mngmt)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
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. Students have the option to select either the Research Stream or the Professional Stream for their final semester.
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. describe and apply the principles, concepts, tools, techniques and processes of project management, and extend the boundaries of knowledge through research
2. think critically and reflectively to analyse project management problems and issues and generate practical effective solutions to facilitate project success
3. source, critically evaluate and synthesise information to support comprehension and decision making in a project environment
4. communicate effectively graphically, orally, and in writing, with academic, professional and community stakeholders
5. use appropriate technologies for the facilitation of project management processes
6. use a range of strategies that will enable continued learning
7. recognise the value-of an international perspective on project management processes
8. appreciate the cultural diversity of the wider community and its impacts on project management
9. conduct themselves in an ethical and professional manner; demonstrate skills in leadership, self-motivation and working in teams
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| PRJM6001 | v.1 | Project Cost Management | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRJM6000 | v.1 | Project Management Overview | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRJM6010 | v.1 | Project and People | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| PRJM6004 | v.1 | Project Procurement 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 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| PRJM6006 | v.1 | Project Management Research 1 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRJM6003 | v.1 | Project Risk Management | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| ACCT5021 | v.1 | Accounting for Managers | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| FNCE5010 | v.1 | Corporate Financial Management | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| PRJM6009 | v.2 | Project Management Integrated Project | 3.0 | 50.0 | |
| PRJM6008 | v.1 | Project Quality Management | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
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