Key facts
UNE unit code: MM330
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- Trimester 1 - On Campus
- Trimester 1 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- UNE Sydney Campus
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
Project management is an essential skill that is in demand across a broad range of disciplines and industries.
This practical, business-orientated unit will allow you to refine your project management skills to add value in your role inside an existing business or pivot your career and create a venture in a new direction.
Studying this unit, you will expand your knowledge and hone your transferrable skills in planning, critically evaluating and making executive decisions in project management.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | On Campus, UNE Sydney Campus |
| Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
Students will be required to use a project management software application as part of this unit. Students will be given details of this when the unit commences. The software will be an open access software.
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate an integrated understanding of the discipline of project management, the project life cycle, the nature of managing projects, tools and techniques for project management, and approaches to project management;
- demonstrate an integrated understanding of the nature of strategic project selection in the management of multiple and individual projects;
- critically evaluate and discuss solutions to problems that may arise during the planning and conduct of projects;
- use a range of cognitive, communication and research skills to investigate, analyse, synthesise and reflect critically on relevant theories and concepts in order to solve complex problems in strategic project management; and
- work independently and/or collaboratively to plan and execute tasks to enhance professional knowledge and skills.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Final Examination - Assurance Task | Yes | 50% | All offerings | There is a supervised exam during the teaching period in which you are enrolled. The exam will be offered online with supervision via webcam and screen sharing technology. Coordinated by UNE Exams Unit. Students must obtain at least 50% in the examination (and at least 50% overall) to receive a pass or better in the unit. |
| Online / In-Class Participation | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Active Learning No. Words: 1000 |
| Project Report | Yes | 30% | All offerings | Practical project scoping and planning exercise. No. Words: 2000 |
| Response to Formative Feedback on Project | No | 10% | All offerings | Response to Formative Feedback on Project No. Words: 1000 |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Project Management: A Socio-Technical Approach: 2024 Release ISE
ISBN: 9781266912481
Larson, E.W., Gray, C.F., McGraw-Hill 9th Edition 2024
Text refers to: All offerings
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