Project managers are in the driving seat of progress in every field, across every region of the world. Master the fundamental concepts of project management that form the backbone of any successful innovation, invention or business process improvement. You'll understand the tools and techniques required in the modern world to deliver successful projects, drive profits and build better business.
Total contact hours: 21
Private study hours: 129
Total study hours: 150
Main assessment methods
Individual Report (3,000 words) (60%)
MCQ 1 test 20%
MCQ 2 test 20%
Reassessment methods
100% coursework
Core textbook:
Burke, R. (2017) Fundamentals of Project Management, Project Management Series, 2nd edition, Burke Publishing
Maylor, H. (2010). Project Management. London: FT Prentice Hall
Further suggested readings:
Larson, E.W. and Gray, C.F. (2010). Project Management: the managerial process. 5th edn. New York: McGraw-Hill
Jeffery K. (2012). Project Management, Achieving Competitive Advantage. 3rd edn. London: Pearson Education
Mantel, S. J. et al. (2010). Project Management in Practice. 4th edn. New York: John Wiley & Sons
See the library reading list for this module (Canterbury)
The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
- understand the importance of project management for efficient organisational performance, organisational development and business management;
- critically analyse and reflect upon different approaches to project management and established bodies of knowledge and best practice;
- evaluate and apply a range of established techniques in the field of project management to the execution of a project;
- understand and identify the knowledge and skills required for successful project management in organisations.
The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
- demonstrate development of analytical skills by linking theoretical perspectives to practical situations;
- select and apply appropriate data and information;
- communicate effectively both orally and in writing using appropriate media for an appropriate audience;
- demonstrate initiative and personal responsibility in working and studying independently;
- produce technical reports
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