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School:
Huddersfield Business School
Credit Rating:
20
Level (including FHEQ):
I (FHEQ Level 5)
Graded or Non Graded:
Graded
Version Valid From:
2024-09-01
Module Leader:
Abderrahmane Sadou
Version Number
2024.03
Learning Methods
Seminar
Guided Independent Study
Lecture
Synopsis
This module aims to provide a firm foundation in project management. The module focuses on the tools and techniques of project planning and control and provides a firm grounding in the relationship between human resource issues and project management. You’ll learn the foundations of project planning, executing the plan and… For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Strategy
This module will utilise a range of teaching and learning strategies. Core lectures and seminar discussions groups will be supported by a range of additional case studies, contextual material and readings provided via Brightspace. In addition, various group and team activities will be incorporated to facilitate the development of project… For more content click the Read More button below.
Outline Syllabus
The project framework and business setting;Project definition and scoping.The project life cycle: project initiation, design, development & testing, implementation.Project closure, handover and reviewsRisk ManagementProject planning and control mechanisms and systems.Leading and developing project teams;Project Team Management.Understanding the project team/stakeholder relationship.Consider sustainability, environmental, and ethical issues in project management.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the nature and business applications of project management.
2.
Utilise and apply risk management tools and techniques.
3.
Demonstrate a systematic understanding and a critical awareness of current problems which apply in respect of the human elements of project management.
4.
Collate, examine, interpret and manipulate various forms of data and apply it to project management.
5.
Organise, communicate (verbally and orally) and structure financial and non-financial project data in a systematic way in order to manage the project stakeholders’ expectations.
6.
Conceptualise complex interpersonal and team issues both systematically and creatively, make informed judgements and communicate their conclusions clearly.
7.
Demonstrate self-awareness in tackling and solving project team problems.
Formative Assessment
Assessment 1: Quizzes / polls
Summative Assessment
Assessment 1: Presentation
Assessment 2: Written Assignment
Assessment Criteria
The assessment criteria are as set out in the Huddersfield Business School Assessment Guidelines. The guidelines provide criteria for the assessment of both coursework’s and examinations.
The assessment criteria are as set out in the Huddersfield Business School Assessment Guidelines. The guidelines provide criteria for the assessment of both coursework’s and examinations.