MBA9052

Project management ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Dr Peter Lawrence

Offered:
Caulfield Summer 2006 (On-campus)

Synopsis: This subject provides an understanding of the basics of project management including project costing, project phases, stakeholder management, the project in the organisation, project implementation, project control, partnering and ISO9000/CMM. Examples discussed will cover a range of applications in blue-collar and white-collar industries. Commercially available software is reviewed and participants have access to a PC-based project management package throughout the subject.

Assessment: Assignment (2000 to 3000 words): 20% + Project management software: 20% + Examination (2 hours): 60%

Contact Hours: 2-hour lecture and 1-hour tutorial per week

Prerequisites: BUS4520 or MBA9009