STRP-PROJM v.1 Project Management Stream (MIntlBus)
Major/Stream Overview (Generic)
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
This stream/specialisation is designed to prepare students for entry into the Project Management profession. 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. Students will learn the processes and techniques associated with project management, including: cost, time, quality, risk, communication, human resources and procurement management. Companies are increasingly utilizing projects as the means for achieving their strategic vision and dealing with change. This has put a premium on project management knowledge and skills across all industries. This stream/specialisation takes a broad-based approach to project management, which makes the stream/specialisation suitable to students from all industries.
Professional Recognition
Please see the respective websites for the Project Management Institute (PMI) and the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) for the most up to date information regarding professional recognition for Curtin Project Management units. https://ccrs.pmi.org/search https://www.aipm.com.au/home
Career Opportunities
Individuals who possess project management knowledge and skills are well placed to experience positive change in their career trajectory and find themselves leading projects for their organisation. The modern workplace is fast-paced and continually changing. In order to remain competitive in their industry, companies are increasingly utilizing projects as the means for achieving their strategic vision and dealing with change. This has put a premium on project management knowledge and skills in all industries.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Major/Stream (Generic) Entry and Completion Details
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/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream (Generic) Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. Please refer to the Course Learning Outcome 1 of the Master of International Business
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 0 Semester 1 | |||||
| PRJM6000 | v.1 | Project Management Overview | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRJM6001 | v.1 | Project Cost Management | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRJM6003 | v.1 | Project Risk Management | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRJM6002 | v.1 | Project Time Management | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Further Information
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