Unit Description
Learning to become comfortable and competent in addressing major management issues and decisions in a project-based organisation is the overall objective of this unit. You will develop your understanding of the principles of project management from a middle to senior managerial perspective and develop skills to plan and manage projects with a range of teams.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this unit.
Learning Outcomes
- Explain and evaluate the principles, skills and techniques required for the management of projects and integrate project management concepts in a contemporary organisation's structure.
- Analyse the risks associated with implementing and executing organisation-centric projects and the development of the necessary contingency plans.
- Appraise the importance of teamwork, leadership and the practical application of team based skills in managing human resources within a project environment.
- Evaluate the organisation's business structure requirements against the project management framework to guide the developers and implementers of an emerging project-based operation.
- Apply a high order of skill in analysis, critical reflection and evaluation and professional application.
- Create flexible and creative approaches to the application of knowledge and skills in new situations, to resolve problems and to think rigorously and independently.
Graduate Attributes
AIM Business School has identified a set of attributes that positively impact graduates’ success in business as a manager and leader and these are taught, developed, and assessed to varying degrees in this unit. These Graduate Attributes are:
- Strives for intellectual rigour
- Understanding the changing global context
- Manages for success
- Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Develops mastery of business and management disciplines
- Strives to be a continuous adult learner
Assessment Tasks
The successful completion of Managing a Project-Based Organisation relies on the submission of three assessments:
- Assessment Task 1: Workplace Project (35%)
- Assessment Task 2: Project Management Office Implementation (50%)
- Assessment Task 3: Engagement and Participation (15%)
