Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description This module provides undergraduate students with an in-depth understanding of the principles and practices of project management, with a focus on applying ethical and sustainable considerations. Students learn about the key concepts and tools used in project planning, execution, monitoring, and closure and apply these skills in real-world scenarios. Additionally, students will explore the ethical and sustainability issues that arise in project management and learn how to incorporate these considerations into their decision-making processes. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, group work, and tutorials, students will understand how to manage projects responsibly and sustainably. Throughout the course, students will apply the concepts and tools they have learned through the use of Harvard Project Management simulations. These simulations will provide students with hands-on experience in managing real-world projects, allowing them to put their newly acquired skills into practice. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Understand the Sustainable Project Management principles and techniques, including project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and control, and closure. 2. Ability to apply project management tools and methodologies, such as project schedules, work breakdown structures, and risk management, to real-world projects. 3. Knowledge of ethical considerations in project management, including issues related to stakeholders, stakeholders' rights, and social responsibility. 4. Awareness of sustainability principles and their application to project management, including considerations for the environment, resource management, and long-term viability of projects 5. Development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyse complex projects, identify risks and challenges, and develop practical solutions. Additionally, the module will develop students' written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in teams. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
1.1. Introduction to Project Management1.1.1. Definition of Project Management 1.1.2. Evolution of Project Management 1.1.3. Project Management Processes and Methodologies1.2. Ethics in Project Management1.2.1. Overview of Ethics in Project Management 1.2.2. Importance of Ethics in Project Management 1.2.3. Ethical Dilemmas in Project Management 1.2.4. Ethical Decision-Making in Project Management1.3. Sustainability in Project Management1.3.1. Definition of Sustainability 1.3.2. Importance of Sustainability in Project Management 1.3.3. Sustainability Strategies in Project Management 1.3.4. Sustainability Metrics and Evaluation1.4. Project Planning and Scheduling1.4.1. Project Planning Process 1.4.2. Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) 1.4.3. Project Scheduling Techniques 1.4.4. Project Resource Allocation1.5. Project Cost Management1.5.1. Overview of Project Cost Management 1.5.2. Project Budgeting 1.5.3. Cost Estimation Techniques 1.5.4. Cost Control and Cost Management Tools1.6. Project Risk Management1.6.1. Overview of Project Risk Management 1.6.2. Risk Identification 1.6.3. Risk Analysis and Evaluation 1.6.4. Risk Response Planning1.7. Project Quality Management1.7.1. Overview of Project Quality Management 1.7.2. Quality Planning 1.7.3. Quality Assurance and Quality Control 1.7.4. Total Quality Management (TQM)1.9. Project Procurement Management1.9.1. Overview of Project Procurement Management 1.9.2. Procurement Planning 1.9.3. Source Selection 1.9.4. Contract Management1.10. Project Stakeholder Management1.10.1. Overview of Project Stakeholder Management 1.10.2. Stakeholder Identification and Analysis 1.10.3. Stakeholder Engagement 1.10.4. Stakeholder Communication and Management1.11. Project Closure and Evaluation1.11.1. Overview of Project Closure 1.11.2. Project Closeout Process 1.11.3. Final Project Evaluation 1.11.4. Lessons Learned and Continuous Improvement1.12. Conclusion1.12.1. Recap of Key Topics 1.12.2. Integration of Ethics and Sustainability in Project Management 1.12.3. Career Opportunities in Project Management 1.12.4. Final Thoughts on Sustainable Project Management | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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