Project Management Fundamentals
Learn key principles, concepts and strategies of project management and apply your learning to a real or case study project.
Discover the key activities in project management and journey through the phases of the project life cycle. We'll explore the art of defining a project – setting objectives, scoping, stakeholder identification, quality and review processes, and honing strategies. Join us in exploring the role of project management in organisations, uncovering the core processes that drive success. We'll highlight the significance of project organisation, emphasising the power of effective leadership, seamless structures, and open feedback channels across the organisation.
Topics
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
- Critically review the project life-cycle phases, processes, tools and techniques and the broader environment in which projects take place.
- Develop a critical awareness of the issues involved in the development of project planning and control activities, including anticipating and assessing business environmental impacts in the earliest stages of project planning.
- Critically evaluate the project objectives of cost, quality and time and the trade-offs and interaction between these objectives.
- Develop in broad outline for a case project a Project Plan.
- Evaluate the relationship between change management and project management and be able to establish a change management process.
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Detailed module informationLearning methods
This module is delivered through online learning, via the University's Virtual Learning Environment, Moodle. A two hour session is planned each week to allow engagement between the teaching team and the course participants to accommodate learner questions and any concerns. The full two hour session may not be required each week.
In the 13 week course duration, there is 9 weeks delivery, with assessment submission 4 weeks later.
Independent Study
Materials and exercises are available online, allowing participants to study flexibly and independently at any time or in any place around existing work and life commitments.
On this course you will also have access to further reading resources and online tutor support.
Assessment
This course is assessed through written assignment, including essay.
Academic Support
The Inclusion Centre advises and supports students who disclose a sensory or mobility impairment, chronic medical condition, mental health issue, dyslexia and other specific learning differences. Applicants are encouraged to arrange a pre-entry visit to discuss any concerns and to view the facilities.
Online Learning & Support
All online learning students, benefit from using our collaborative virtual learning environment, CampusMoodle. You will be provided with 24/7 online access to your learning material and resources, along with the ability to interact with your class members and tutors for discussion and support.
Study Skills Support
The Study Support Team provides training and support to all students in:
- Academic writing
- Study skills (note taking, exam techniques, time management, presentation)
- Maths and statistics
- English language
- Information technology support
Library Support
The Library offers support for your course, including the books, eBooks, and journals you will need. We also offer online reading lists for many modules, workshops and drop-ins on searching skills and referencing, and much more.
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Academic Year 2024/2025
All fees for courses will be confirmed in due course.
Additional Costs
The following course-related costs are not included in the course fees:
- The cost of books that you may wish to purchase.
- Costs associated with your placement / study abroad
- Accommodation and living costs
- Printing
Disclaimer
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