MIS290 - Foundations of Project Management

Year:

2027 unit information

Enrolment modes:

First offering Trimester 1 2028

Credit point(s): 1
EFTSL value: 0.125
Cohort rule: Nil
Prerequisite:

Nil

Corequisite: Nil
Incompatible with: Nil
Study commitment:

Students will on average spend 150 hours over the trimester undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit.

This will include educator guided online learning activities within the unit site.

Scheduled learning activities - campus:

1 x 3 hour on-campus seminar (recordings provided) each week. 

Scheduled learning activities - online:

1 x 3 hour online seminar (recordings provided) each week. 

Content

This unit is the cornerstone for Project Management, providing a comprehensive introduction to the essential concepts and practices of successful project delivery. Students will gain a deep understanding of what defines a project, how it differs from routine operations, and the broader organisational and environmental contexts in 
which projects thrive.
This unit will thoroughly explore the project lifecycle, breaking down each crucial phase: initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and finally, closing. This detailed journey will equip you with the theoretical scaffolding necessary for all subsequent, more specialised units. 
Students will learn about key project roles and responsibilities, such as those of the project manager, project sponsor, and team members, understanding their vital contributions to project success. This unit will touch upon the use of project management information systems that support effective project execution. By the end of this subject, you'll have a robust understanding of project management fundamentals, preparing you to tackle complex challenges and contribute effectively to any business environment.

Unit fee information

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Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and consumables.

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